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September 19, 2021
The Cyclades is the most well-known of the Greek islands, located southeast of mainland Greece in the Aegean Sea. The islands host some of Greece’s most important archaeological sites and are known for their idyllic beaches, ancient ruins, rugged landscapes, and of course, the iconic, picture-perfect, whitewashed stucco buildings juxtaposed against the shimmering cerulean sea. […]
September 13, 2021
Columbia, South Carolina has the enviable location of being both the home of the University of South Carolina as well as the Capital of the state. The city also hosts the award-winning Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens, the Columbia Museum of Art, and the 1823 Robert Mills House mansion and museum. Nightlife and a vibrant […]
September 3, 2021
Jamaica is the third-largest Caribbean island, and there are several areas to stay. Depending on how much time you will be on the island, you might be able to leisurely visit many different cities and beaches, but or for a Jamaica weekend, you can find lots of fun things to do in Ocho Rios! This […]
September 3, 2021
Barbados is an eastern Caribbean island and an independent British Commonwealth nation. It’s a favorite with couples, but there are also a lot of things to see and do in Barbados with kids. Covering just 166 square miles, it’s the most easterly of the Caribbean Islands and part of the Lesser Antilles. From the boulder-strewn […]
August 23, 2021
Antigua tourism’s tagline is “the beach is just the beginning,” and we certainly found that to be true. While the 365 beaches – one for every day of the year – are stunning, the lush rainforest and craggy coast also offer myriad outdoor activities to be enjoyed and the culture and history are fascinating. Our […]
August 22, 2021
Antigua boasts that it has 365 beaches – one for every day of the year. For a girl who’s happy place is the beach, the opportunity to scour the island from coast to coast to find the most beautiful beaches of Antigua was a dream come true. With nearly 100 miles of coastline, there is […]
August 18, 2021
With almost 100 miles of pristine sandy white coastline lying mostly on the Caribbean Sea, it’s no wonder that Antigua boasts having 365 crystal-clear turquoise beaches – enough to visit one a different one of these palm-swaying paradises every day of the year. Yet there is more to this quintessential Caribbean island; lush tropical rainforests […]
July 24, 2021
Known as the “Hawaii of Korea,” Jeju Island was formed when a volcano erupted nearly 2 million years ago. The main volcano, Mount Hallasan, is surrounded by some 368 smaller volcanoes. Although virtually unknown to Americans, Jeju is a popular Korean honeymoon and vacation destination. The fairly large island offers a plethora of spectacular and […]
July 19, 2021
Fitzroy Island is “where the rainforest meets the reef,” reachable by a 45-minute ferry from mainland Cairns in tropical North Queensland. The 833-acre private island is freely accessible to the public, making a Fitzroy Island day trip one of our favorite things to do during our 10-day visit to the Australian coast. Located within the […]
July 15, 2021
They say everything is bigger in Texas and the sprawling Dallas – Ft Worth area certainly holds true to that claim. Referred to as “the Metroplex,” which also includes Arlington, there are a ton of fun things to do in Dallas and also things to do in Fort Worth that you should not miss! At […]
