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Since I learned of the existence of European Christmas markets, I have been dreaming of visiting during this magical season. My husband is a little less enthusiastic about Christmas, but I knew the boozy hot beverages, beautiful lights, and epic backdrops would win him over (hint: I was correct). Plus, …
My favorite thing about Washington DC is that you can vacation for free! Of course, you’ll pay for food, transportation, and accommodations, but there is no reason to pay for any activities in our nation’s capital. We did a similar long weekend trip to NYC a few months prior, and …
Growing up, I heard a lot about Atlantic City – it sounded like a glamorous place that functioned as an East Coast Vegas with beach access. What’s not to love about that? Since then, it’s certainly had its ups and downs. While it’s not currently a particularly trendy destination, it …
Everyone knows Disney World is a dream destination for the Mickey-loving kids in your life, but how do you keep that sense of wonder when your kids are older? Disney magic with your young adult kids will look different from the trips you took there 15 years prior, but can …
Have you ever heard “there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothes”? That saying originates in Norway (or maybe Finland, they both claim it), where they have a lot of practice not letting unfortunate weather get them down. I completely agree with the sentiment that if you prepare …
What makes Florence such a popular destination in Italy? After all, Italy is full of sights worth seeing, from the mountains in the north to the coastal towns of the Amalfi Coast. Florence is nestled right in the middle of the country, in the rolling hills and valleys of Tuscany. …
