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How to Master Park City’s Mountain Mixer: Sip and Savor Your Way Through the Festival
Park City, Utah, is a year-round luxury adventure playground. Skiing and mountain biking are the typical adventures but I was there for a different high-energy reason – the Mountain Mixer cocktail showdown. This is a great destination for a group, with high-end restaurants, a spa and hiking added to the mix. Why You Should Visit…
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Everything You Need to Know About Taking a Ferry from Spain to the Canary Islands
After road-tripping through Spain in a campervan, my husband and I weren’t ready for the adventure to end. Instead of returning our campervan, we took it with us aboard the Fred Olsen ferry from Huelva, Spain, to Tenerife in the Canary Islands. I’ll admit, 33 hours on a ferry sounded like a very long time.…
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10 Best Things to Do in Venice with Kids
Venice, Italy, is enchanting, marvelous and one of the most uniquely beautiful places on earth. It’s also crowded, frustrating and overwhelming, especially if you’re a little kid and your view of the city is mostly of the torsos of tourists crowded around you. But Venice can be genuinely magical for families if you know how…
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How to Spend a Mouthwatering Solo Weekend in Bellevue, Washington (Pisco, Cebiche, and Corgi Included!)
I arrived at La Mar Bellevue expecting to learn how to make cebiche. I didn’t expect to spend the afternoon laughing, mixing Pisco cocktails and discovering just how different Peruvian cebiche is from anything I’ve made at home. For my latest getaway, I journeyed to Bellevue, Washington, for a weekend tailor-made for solo women travelers…
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Slow Travel in the Algarve: A Girls’ Trip Beyond the Beaches
Many have heard of the Algarve in southern Portugal for its vibrant beaches and beautiful coastlines. However, I recently ventured to the coastline to enjoy the destination past its beaches and dive into a slower, more relaxed lifestyle. What I discovered is a deeply diverse culture that offers the perfect backdrop for a girls trip.…
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The Compton Bentonville Review: Luxury Rooms, Trail Access and Dining
Having spent years exploring Bentonville, I brought friends from LA, NYC, and Miami to challenge their expectations on a recent girlfriend getaway. Expecting a sleepy town, they discovered a sophisticated, wellness-focused hub—anchored by our stay at The Compton. Beyond its 142 stylish rooms, the boutique property seamlessly pairs outdoor adventure with hospitality, offering a cycling…
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Romance on the Seine: Why Viking’s Paris & the Heart of Normandy Cruise is the Ultimate Couples’ Escape
I truly believe the best way to tour Europe is on a river cruise. Unpack once and walk right off the ship at your destination to cut the stress of traveling between cities. If you’re a couple looking for a great getaway together without the usual travel stress, this is for you. Highlights Editor’s note:…
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An Inside Perspective on Florida’s Newest All-Inclusive Resort with Teens and Tweens
Voco Sandpiper is Florida’s freshly opened all-inclusive property under the IHG umbrella. Everyone has been buzzing about this new destination because it is an all-inclusive, which is uncommon stateside. It offers a more accessible option for regular families like mine compared to luxury resorts in the same area charging thousands of dollars per night. Highlights…
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Is the Platinum Club at Princess Grand Jamaica Worth It for Families? A Firsthand Review
Less than two hours from Fort Lauderdale, I visited Montego Bay following Hurricane Melissa, staying at Princess Grand Jamaica. This new all-inclusive masterfully balances high-energy family fun with quiet, upscale adult spaces through a layout that prevents chaos or noise. For families, the key decision at booking is whether to splurge on the premium tier.…