Wildwoods Lodge of Maine – Snowmobile and ATV Nirvana
Now that winter has arrived in earnest and snow blankets the hills and valleys of New England, it's time to don your winter woolies and venture out to make long lasting family memories in the snow. Last fall we visited an amazing outdoor sports wonderland tucked...
Snowboarding in Oz – Australia Offers Year-Round Boarding Fun
Start talking about ski towns and snowboard destinations and “the usual suspects” would include the Swiss Alps, the French Alps and Aspen in the United States. But… Australia? You might find this hard to believe, but this continent also has areas that allow snowboarding, particularly...
Cuddle and Bubble on a Romantic B&B Getaway
Love is in the air. But, do work schedules, kids’ appointments or the never-ending alerts sounding off from your smartphone have you and your loved one running circles around each another? Maybe it’s time to stop, take a deep breath and get back to basics...
Looking For A Great Seaside Vacation? – Try Texas!
Looking for a new beach destination? Check out Kemah and Galveston Texas for Your Next Seaside Vacation Having lived in Texas all my life I have much to say about our beaches, not all of it good. However in the last few years the two large...
The Other Face Of Greece – Ski Resorts!
A Quick Guide To The Best Ski Resorts Close to Athens Greece Believe it or not, skiing is a popular activity in Greece! Do not let those brochures and flyers of the deep blue Mediterranean waters fool you into thinking that this is all there is...
B&B Getaways To Napa Valley’s Vibrant Mustard Season
B&B Getaways to Napa Valley Pass “Mustard” With its picturesque rolling hills and sprawling vineyards, Napa Valley is a postcard-perfect destination for travelers. During the Harvest Season in fall, throngs of visitors pour in from all over to revel in celebratory activities including food and wine...
Antarctica – A Top Bucket List Destination
Most people dream of someday having the means and ability to travel to certain destinations; their travel wish lists are generally centered around the desire to spend time lounging on pristine beaches of the Tropics, or taking in the sights and sounds of many great...
Guide to Planning a Road Trip to the Best Vineyards in Australia
Too often, visitors to Australia see only the main attractions, missing the amazing views of the more rural countryside. One of the best ways to truly experience the sights, sounds, and flavors Australia has to offer, is to go on a vineyard themed road trip...
Exploring the Hidden Jewish History of Barcelona
Barcelona 'Call'ing – hidden Jewish history next to Las Ramblas The history of Barcelona is closely connected with that of European Jewry and the city's Call (Catalan for Jewish district) is well preserved. So for anyone interested in tracing the path of their ancestors, or equally...
5 Out-of-the-Box Gift Getaways For Unique B&B Experiences
Holiday tradition calls for gathering with family and friends and sharing scrumptious foods and sweet treats, eggnog and stories of days gone by. But, what about changing things up a bit and taking your revelry on the road? Holiday getaways to a bed and breakfast...
Take The Kids On A Fossil Hunting Adventure In Great Britain
Prehistoric Britain - Great places to take the kids fossil hunting If you're looking for a bit of a different family outing next summer, why not go fossil hunting? The UK is absolutely packed to the rafters with fossils and it isn't just trained archaeologists that...
A Guide to the Best Christmas Markets in the UK
If you are looking for something unique this Christmas but really don’t fancy slogging it out on Oxford Street, why not enjoy your shopping with some of these magical festive experiences at the best Christmas Markets in the UK. London Southbank This market always offers a festive...
6 Weird and Wonderful Things To Do in New Zealand
Only In New Zealand! - Wonderfully Weird Things to Do I’m one of those oddball guys who enjoy trying the weird and wonderful and this carries over whenever I go on a vacation. I try to stay well clear from the usual tourist traps and head...
“The Ultimate Driving Experience” – Memorable or Forgetable?
60-Minute Ultimate Driving Experience Trip Report: Extreme Excitement or Ultimate Disappointment? The old adage, “if it is too good to be true, it usually is” certainly applied to the 60-Minute Ferrari Super Car Driving Experience offered by Groupon. Looking for the perfect gift for my husband...
Discover Umbria – The Beauty of Tuscany Without The Crowds
Known as ‘the green heart of Italy’ Umbria is less trodden than its much talked about neighbour, Tuscany. Yet Umbria offers a relaxing alternative without the crowds and expensive tourist prices with an equally impressive array of rich cultural and historical centres, edible treasures and...
Coober Pedy – Opal Capital of the World and Gem Of The Outback
Have you ever wondered where opals come from and how an opal is mined? The South Australian Outback town of Coober Pedy is surely one of the country’s most unusual destinations on the planet. Known as the ‘Opal Capital of the World’, there are much...
Spooky Road Trip Destinations for Halloween Lovers
My family and I make an annual family vacation revolving around Halloween. My love for the holiday rubbed off on my husband and, in turn, our children. Packing up the car and heading out on the open road has quickly become a favorite family tradition....
Discover Seductive, Secluded, Salento Italy
Discover the charm and beauty of Salento - Italy's less touristy vacation destination Salento is the southernmost region in Italy’s fashionable boot and is loved by Italians for its beautiful weather, long sandy beaches, delicious food, charming classical towns and vibrant festivals. As it’s only in...
America’s Top Native American Sites – A Fascinating Family Vacation Choice
Travel to Native American Sites And Experience Their Rich Cultural History [caption id="attachment_17448" align="alignnone" width="350"] Monument Valley Utah by victorfe[/caption] Why Travel to Native American Sites? Because Native Americans serve as caretakers for the land, a vacation to Native Indian sites provides visitors with the chance to relax...
Costa Del Sol – Spain’s Ideal Destination For Couples of All Ages
Costa Del Sol – The Ideal Destination For Couples Every year for as long as I can remember my partner and I have responded to the question of where we'll be heading on our summer holidays in the same way. It's the Costa Del Sol for...