Straddling the US/Canada border, the Thousand Islands region sits on the Saint Lawrence River. This archipelago boasts over 1,800 islands, varying in size from barely-enough-room-to-stand to over 40 square miles. Whether you’re exploring on the water or spending time in the towns dotting both shores, there’s plenty to do and see in the Thousand Islands. […]
A Taste of Street Art (and Delicious Eats) in Atlanta
Some months ago, I spent a few days in Atlanta for work. A cursory search for offbeat and budget-friendly attractions showed me that Atlanta is home to a bevy of impressive street art, and I knew I had to make time to see some. With the limited time I had in the ATL, I was […]
Destination Review: The Food, Entertainment, Beach, and Pools at the Royalton Riviera Cancún Resort and Spa
There’s so much that we loved about our stay at the Royalton Riviera Cancún! In this post, we’re going to focus on the property amenities, including the food. Find out what we liked (and what could be better!)
Hotel Review: Family Vacation at Royalton Riviera Cancún Resort and Spa
Coming from New York, Cancún proved to have the most affordable flight options for a luxury tropical vacation for our family of five. We’d be able to fly there and stay at an all-inclusive 4-5 star resort with family-friendly amenities. In addition to being within our allotted budget, the Royalton Riviera Cancun caught my eye.
[Free Printable] Organize your Travel with this daily itinerary planning worksheet
Planning a trip? Download this free daily itinerary planning printable to make organizing your trip easy and fun! This free printable PDF includes: Cover Main Trip Details Daily Planner How to use this printable Mix and match what you need and print as many of each page as you like! We recommend having your worksheets 3-hole punched and […]
I Love New York: Visit Untermyer Gardens in Yonkers
Nestled on a hill above the Hudson River, Untermyer Gardens and its grounds offer visitors an beguiling respite from normalcy.
Mexico Travel Advisory: Is it safe to travel to Mexico?
Is it safe to travel to Mexico? I’m here to remind you to always do your due diligence when researching travel destinations. Confirm your sources and weigh all the facts alongside the objective reasons behind your personal concerns before you jump to judgment about a place you want to visit.
International Travel Safety: How to Stay Safe When You Travel
Nearly 40 million US residents travel internationally every year. While the chances are very good that you’ll never experience actual trouble while traveling, you should familiarize yourself with travel safety basics so that you can be informed while you roam, and you can wander more confidently.
Destination Review: 6 Reasons Why the Ruins at El Rey are Perfect for Families to Visit
El Rey archaeological site doesn’t get anywhere near as much fanfare as its larger cousins but it is significant in its own right.
Destination Review: Our Visit to Xel-Há in Quintana Roo, Mexico
With only four full days and an entire resort’s worth of all-inclusive amenities to enjoy, I was extra picky about what we wanted to do on our two designated days off-property. Xel-Há and Xcaret came up multiple times in conversations with friends stateside— they just loved both of these parks when they visited Cancún!
The Neon Museum: An Homage to Old Las Vegas
Located conspicuously off-strip and bright enough to read by, the Neon Museum sits on the very edge of the tourist-trekked portion of Las Vegas.
snowboarding, new experiences, and Stratton, VT
It’s July. This post is obviously late. Please forgive the transgression! A couple of years ago, we decided that it was time to learn to snowboard before it was too late. We didn’t want to look back a few years from now and regret not having tried it in our relative youth. And let’s be real— osteoporosis/bone density […]
Visiting The Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC with Kids
One of our favorite cold-weather pastimes is to visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. We’re about an hour n’ a half away from Midtown Manhattan by car, so day trips to the city are a welcome treat! Every time we visit, we discover and rediscover awe-inspiring art from throughout history. The […]
Where to See the Bats in Austin, Texas
The bats under the Congress Avenue Bridge are an iconic and ubiquitous Austin feature. The bats in Austin are represented in so much of the culture and media surrounding the city, and the sight is truly breathtaking.
Family Friendly Travel: A Quick Weekend on South Padre Island
A Day and a Half on South Padre Island Twice a year, my colleagues and I get together for a week of coworking. For our most recent retreat, we left our respective corners of North America and met in Austin, Texas (home of our official headquarters). To me, weekends are for exploring, and I wanted […]
A Few Tips for Easier Air Travel
Yup, traveling can be stressful, especially when it’s work-related air travel. Working for a remote company, there are only a few times each year for the whole team to connect in real life. Spending some real-life face time means traveling to our semi-annual company retreats. Our retreats are awesome, but let’s face it— the actual traveling […]