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Why the Breckenridge Wine Classic Is Worth Planning a Weekend Around
Breckenridge, CO is more than a ski town, and it’s 100% worth a summertime visit. I traveled to the cozy mountain town in August for the Wine Classic to sip and eat (and hike!) my way through some of the region’s best beverage and culinary offerings. Between sweeping views, live music and plenty of opportunities…
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How Travel Loyalty Can Save You Money, Time and Stress
As a travel journalist, I spend much of the year traveling throughout the United States and internationally, but my experience with brand loyalty began decades before it became part of my profession. For travelers wondering whether staying loyal to an airline, hotel group or rental car company is really worth it, I’ll share what years…
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Beyond Match Day: Why the 11 American Cities that Hosted the World Cup Are Still Worth a Visit
When North America hosted the World Cup, 11 US cities took center stage on the global sports map. The final whistle’s been blown, but these vibrant metropolitan areas remain top-tier travel destinations. The tournament highlighted how seamless it is to combine major sports hubs with family-friendly getaways. Looking for your next family vacation spot? Start…
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Set-Jetting Through Wales: A Girlfriend Road Trip
Set-jetting turned our girlfriend road trip through Wales into a journey through places made familiar by television and film. But Welsh food, history, language, coastal scenery and the moments between filming locations became just as memorable as the screen connections. Wales feels cinematic, historic and deeply rooted in place. The mix of film and TV…
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Is Princess Grand Jamaica or Princess Senses The Mangrove Right for You? A Dual-Resort Comparison
Given the less than a two-hour flight from Fort Lauderdale to Montego Bay, we arrived at Princess Grand Jamaica to discover firsthand that Jamaica is absolutely open for business and welcoming visitors following Hurricane Melissa. This impressive all-inclusive dual resort combines the family-friendly Princess Grand Jamaica with the adults-only Princess Senses The Mangrove. Between the…
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Florida’s Emerald Coast: The Ultimate 30A Girlfriend Itinerary for Art and Food Lovers
Located on Florida’s Emerald Coast, South Walton encompasses 16 beach communities known for pristine white sand and turquoise waters. Yet the communities along Florida’s Scenic Highway 30A also offer creative experiences that are perfect for a girlfriend getaway. I recently spent a long weekend in South Walton and was blown away by everything the area…
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Escape Manhattan for a Dreamy Waterfront Glamping Staycation
NYC has an island retreat, just 7 minutes and $5 away by ferry. But you can spend more – time and money – at Collective Retreats glamping tents. Paired with an immersive wellness visit to the QC Spa, you can have a unique romantic getaway. And with a gorgeous sunset, a car-free bike ride, sunrise…
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I Went to a Wellness Resort. Here’s What I Actually Brought Home
I checked into Hilton Head Health expecting fitness classes, healthy meals and maybe a massage. Instead, I found myself thinking less about calories and workouts and more about the relationships, routines and daily habits that shape how we age. I came home with a different perspective on what I want wellness to look like as…
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How to Spend 24 Hours at Foxwoods Resort Casino, No Gambling Required
I’m not a gambler, so at first, I didn’t jump at the idea of a weekend at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut, but when I heard comedian Seth Meyers was performing on a Friday night, I was on board. After a relaxing — and very funny — 24 hours at the casino, I’m happy to…