As I entered the 74-acre alpine valley of Granlibakken, I felt like I was on my way to meet summertime friends at camp. With its campus layout, community lodge, ski hill, spa, and zip lines and bridges swinging between the trees, all in a serene, rustic setting, this playground resort for all ages, transported me […]
A Weekend at Four Seasons Philadelphia
During this past spring break, I took my kids to the luxurious Four Seasons Philadelphia for a weekend stay. Four Seasons Philadelphia is a centrally located hotel, right near the Barnes and Rodin Museums, as well as the Philadelphia Museum of Art, a part of town I was eager to introduce my kids to. I’ve […]
A Night at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester, England
If you’re planning to visit Manchester, England and are looking for a place to stay with the kids, the Lowry Hotel is a great choice. Located on the banks of the River Irwell, in the center of town, right near the commercial shopping district and load of things to do, this five-star hotel has 165 […]
The All-New Ocean Place Resort at the Jersey Shore
In the fall of 2012, Hurricane Sandy demolished much of the Jersey Shore. The area is back on its feet and one spot you don’t want to miss is the Ocean Place Resort in Long Branch, New Jersey. Completely renovated, the resort offers a beautiful beach, a spa, a fitness center, indoor and outdoor ocean-view […]
Three Reasons to Stay at the Millenium Hilton
Planning a trip to New York City involves a lot of choices. From broadway shows to restaurants of every type and museums and attractions for every interest, the choices are endless. One of the most important choices though when preparing for a trip to New York City is picking your hotel which serves as your […]
Our Child-Free Visit to Water’s Edge Resort & Spa
One recent Friday night my husband and I headed to Water’s Edge Resort & Spa in Connecticut for a night without the kids. It had been many years since we had been away on our own and we both craved some time away. Life gets so busy sometimes and as much as we love traveling […]
Plan a Mexican Vacation at Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Taking a family vacation to Mexico sounds blissful right about now as temperatures start to decrease and snowflakes start to fall. Although there are many choices of where to go in Mexico, one of our favorite places to visit in Mexico is the Riveria Maya. Four reasons we love Grand Velas Riviera Maya for a family […]
The Ritz-Carlton Buckhead: Luxury in the Details
When you think of the Ritz-Carlton Buckhead you can sum up the experience in one word, details. I’ve stayed twice at Ritz-Carlton Buckhead over the last year and it is a place that focuses on the little things for their guests. It’s subtle and discreet, a love-affair with the guests. Flawless execution is the way […]
Staycation Destination: Sonesta Gwinnett Place
Oftentimes, my husband and I like to travel the 75 miles from our North Georgia home to downtown Atlanta for special events such as Georgia Tech football games, celebrating our wedding anniversary or just having a night without the kids. When we do, we look for a comfortable hotel to extend our stay. When I […]
Bingo and BBQ at Central NY’s Turning Stone Resort
I rushed quietly into the Bingo Hall and scanned the room for my aunts. I spotted them at a table, their bingo sheets laid out in an organized fashion in front of them. I was late. “OK, what do I do?” I asked breathlessly after greeting them with hugs. If you play bingo often, you […]