Total Days: 2 Days | Accommodations: B&B in Town | Transportation: Train into town and walking for the most part | Traveled: Solo | Type of Trip: Getaway from the city | Highlights: Fresh air and mountain views, mom & pop stores Hop on the Metro-North Hudson Line from Grand Central Terminal, and in about 90 minutes you’ll arrive in Beacon. From the station, a free […]
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Sep
Total Days: 2 Days | Accommodations: B&B in Town | Transportation: Metro-North train (no car needed) | Traveled: Solo | Type of Trip: Getaway from the city | Highlights: Mountain hikes, antique and vintage shops, riverside views and quirky pubs Just 80 minutes from Grand Central on the Metro-North Hudson Line, Cold Spring is one […]
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Sep
Sep
Total Days: 2 Days | Accommodations: Hotel in Downtown Providence | Transportation: Car and walking for the most part | Traveled: Friends | Type of Trip: Cultural weekend getaway | Highlights: Exploring Benefit Street and colonial homes, Rhode Island State House tour, excellent Italian food Providence doesn’t get much credit when it comes to New England cities. However, it sneaks in world-renowned universities, beautiful colonial […]
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Aug
Aug
Everything You Need to Know About Shakespeare in the Park NYC Tickets Shakespeare in the Park is one of those quintessential New York City summer traditions you have to do at least once. But if you’re new to it or just haven’t braved the process yet I can tell you how it all actually works. […]
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Aug
Aug
If it IS your first time in Newport, check out this itinerary! BUT if you’ve hit all the famous landmarks, here are some equally impressive (if not more unique) alternatives: Colonial Tree Walk over Cliff Walk If you’ve already enjoyed the Cliff Walk, the Colonial Tree Walk should be next in line. Instead of a water […]
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Aug
Aug
Total Days: 3 Days | Accommodations: Hotel in Downtown Newport | Transportation: Car though Uber will work, walking and biking as well | Traveled: With friends | Type of Trip: Historic sites | Highlights: Harbor sail, Cliff Walk, bike ride to historic sites DAY 1 At a glimpse: Highlighting the views on or near the waterTravel Agenda: Upon arrival, pack a beach bag and drive […]
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Jul
Newport, Rhode Island, is a seaside destination with charming sights and a glamorous history. It’s no wonder that it has become the go-to destination for celebrations. If you’re considering a bachelor or bachelorette party here, check out the below pros/cons, as well as tips and suggestions! Pros of a Bachelorette in Newport Cons of a […]
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Jul
Total Days: 3 Days | Accommodations: Hotel in Downtown Newport | Transportation: Car though Uber will work, and walking | Traveled: With friends | Type of Trip: Historic sites | Highlights: Cliff Walk, Mansions Tour, historic fireplace restaurants Newport is branded as a “summer town” which makes visiting during the off-season a special time! Fewer crowds, no waiting, cozy fire lit restaurants…below is the “winterized” […]
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Jul
Jul
Fun facts and tips about Morocco and modern day life when traveling within and between the cities. Expect all financial transactions to be through cash! Except for at the riads and hotels, almost everything we paid for was in dirhams. The Moroccan Dirham (MAD) is a closed currency, so you can only obtain it when you arrive […]
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Jul
Jul
Total Days: 9 days | Accommodations: Riads | Traveled with: A friend | Transportation: Walking within the cities, otherwise cars, trains, buses | Type of Trip: Site-seeing, admiring Moroccan art and designs, and some very good meals | Highlights: Riads, Medina mazes and an overnight in the Sahara Prepare to be dazzled! The tiles, the colors, the jewels. It’s all very impressive […]