During our Lake Champlain vacation, we took a day trip to Burlington, VT! If you’re staying in Plattsburgh, NY like we did, it’s only a little over an hour drive (including the ferry ride across the lake), so it’s an easy day trip. There’s lots to see and do in the city, but if you’re […]

Plattsburgh is right on Lake Champlain, making it a great spot for a vacation! There’s a quaint downtown with lots of restaurants and shops, and there are parks on the lake for beautiful views away from crowds. If you’re planning a trip to Lake Champlain and staying in Plattsburgh, these are my recommendations for 7 […]

Naples Botanical Garden is a must-visit if you’re in the area! I love visiting parks and gardens when I travel, and Naples’ garden was one of the most expansive I’ve visited. My family lives in Fort Myers, FL, and I see a new place every time I visit them. Naples Botanical Garden was the latest […]

Daufuskie Island is one of my favorite places in the US! (And I’ve been to 46 states so far, but few places compare to Daufuskie Island). It’s an island in South Carolina near Hilton Head, and it’s a pretty secluded place. I’ve been several times since I was 10 years old, and every time I […]

Looking for ways to celebrate Christmas in Asheville? It’s such a great place to experience the winter! There are places nearby where you can go skiing or hiking in the snow, but if you’re looking for more holiday activities, there is lots you can do within the city. If you’re spending the weekend in Asheville […]

Christmas at the Biltmore is so magical! I had visited the Biltmore in Asheville, NC previously during the summer, and seeing it all lit up for Christmas was quite an amazing transformation. I went on both the Candlelight Christmas Evenings tour and the Christmas at Biltmore Daytime Celebration tour, and I don’t know if I […]

When I spent a week in Cartagena, I got to go on a Rosario Islands boat tour! The views were amazing, and I definitely recommend getting out on the water while you’re in Cartagena. And you can make a whole day of it and grab some lunch and drinks while you’re out! Rosario Islands boat […]