A guide for getting the most of your time in ACK. Total Days: 3 days | Accommodations: Hotel in Town | Traveled with: Friends | Transportation: Mostly walking, also Uber and bikes | Type of Trip: Relaxing and scenic New England charm | Highlights: White sandy beaches, bike ride, beers and seafood Nantucket is the perfect weekend getaway. It will feel […]
Author Archives: Penelope
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Aug
Aug
Nantucket is an incredible Bachelorette getaway…if you are willing to plan ahead and spend some money. This is for the bride-to-be that loves a good beach day and charming hydrangea-covered cobblestone streets during the day and a great beer and (classy) escapades in the evening. Pros of a Bachelorette in Nantucket Seafood – As one might […]
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Jul
Jul
Deciding between these New England getaways can be difficult. Most of my non-New England friends aren’t familiar with the Cape and Islands. So for first timers, or locals who need weekend inspiration, check out the highlights for a Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket retreat below! Nantucket Bike RidingThere’s no need for a car here! […]
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Jul
Jul
I’ve included a guide to the quaint and quintessential New England stops on a 10 day road trip below! 1 Day on the North Shore, Massachusetts Massachusetts’s “North Shore” consists of the coastal towns North of Boston. Assuming you’re starting in Boston, head north to destination Salem. Salem has the history and intrigue to warrant […]
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Jul
Jul
A local’s guide to exploring and relaxing in the best towns on Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Total Days: 7 days | Accommodations: Hotels | Traveled with: Family | Transportation: Car rental on the Cape and MV. Bike riding in Nantucket | Type of Trip: Beaches and scenic New England attractions and seafood | Highlights: Chatham Bar’s Inn, sandy […]
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May
May
Check these off your Cape Town travel list and you’re guaranteed to have a fantastic trip! Hike the trailsGet some fresh air and enjoy the beautiful mountains overlooking Cape Town. Lion’s Head is a 45 minute- an hour hike with some scrambling at the top. Just enough exercise and adventure to feel really good about it! […]
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May
May
Surprising facts and tips learned while traveling in Cape Town, South Africa! South African cities are casual. When packing, jeans are acceptable almost everywhere – though I would turn it up a notch for visiting vineyards or nice restaurants. Speaking of, the food is incredible. Lots of breads, seafood, game meat dishes and desserts are […]
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Apr
Apr
Just a few fun facts and tips to inspire a South African trip, motivate that delayed booking, or dazzle fellow adventurers! Click here for my specific Kruger Park experience at The Shishangeni Lodge. Kruger National Park is the largest game reserve in Africa. Only a certain amount of visitors are allowed per day and camps […]
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Apr
Apr
Kruger National Park was proclaimed in 1898 and became a National Park in 1921. It is 7,523 square miles, or roughly the size of Israel. Shishangeni Lodge is a private reserve with 39 thousand acres in the southeast corner of the park. The location is a 2 hour drive from Kruger airport or a 4.5 hour drive […]
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Apr
Apr
This is an ideal itinerary for first timers who want a true safari experience and to explore as much of Cape Town as possible. We worked with Siyabona to plan the transfers, accommodations and safari around Kruger. Meanwhile in Cape Town, we chose to spend time in the V&A, Stellenbosch and along Camp’s Bay which […]