Nothing makes me happier than pondering and planning the details of our next trip or adventure. Plan a ski trip for 5 families? On it! Take 12 moms and 20+ kids to Hershey Park? Put me in charge. Monthly Theater Group for 240 and growing? Bring it on! That being the case you would think I would run screaming away from any kind of pre-organized travel managed by a tour group, but that is not the case…
Michael and Stacie closed their China tour down with 3 days in Beijing. Not Stacie’s favorite city, but sounds like the gateway to some pretty interesting and iconic experiences. Their day at an unrestored portion of The Great Wall alone makes me want to grab my group and go…
Last weekend my husband and I celebrated our 22nd wedding anniversary with a trip to Cedar Lakes Estates, a rustic romantic retreat in the Hudson River Valley. I had been casting about for what had been concocted in my mind as the ideal getaway. My criteria included: under 2 hours of drive time from NYC, a freestanding unit with a beautiful view, a heady dose of nature, and a fun vibe. Cedar Lakes Estate checked every box on my list and then some. One day, I’d love to go back with a larger group. Read on to find out why…
My friend Stacie, and this blog’s Editor in Chief, just got back from her biannual work trip to China. This time, she had her husband in tow and some extra time to act as a tourist and see the sights…
I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. I carry my midwestern roots proudly and am often asked by New Yorkers I meet: “You’re not from around here right?” Fine by me. I try to visit Cleveland when I can, which translates to about once or twice per year. As time is limited during these visits my first priority is to see family, friends, and dogs of family friends. What I have neglected to see during these visits is Cleveland and all that this city has to offer. Well that changed this weekend…
We are back in the city and getting into our everyday routines. Fortunately, I have a daily reminder of our past travel adventures and inspiration to plan new ones hanging right on the wall…
When in the Asheville area we got to check out two decidedly different offerings. One created by man and the other by nature. I would recommend adding both to your MUST visit list if you are heading to the area…
My group and I have been having a grand time exploring Asheville and the surrounding area from our home base on Cold Mountain. I loved everything about this house, but I especially loved the view…
As a person who likes to grab her group and go, it should not be surprising to learn that I am a GIANT fan of the destination wedding. The destination wedding is the ULTIMATE expression of grabbing one’s group and going. This post is about the destination wedding we attended in Paros, Greece last summer and the amazing experience we had on the island. If you are interested in traveling to Greece, you should read this…
My philosophy when going on big trips with the tween set (ages 9 to 12) is to throw two things at the situation: animals and adventure. Animals offer an immediate connection that raises the cortisol levels in our brains which equals warm happy feelings. Adventure provides adrenaline and meaningful activities that keep their traveling brains and bodies busy. Our 3 part tour of Ecuador a few years back offered animals and adventure in copious amounts…