Say “learning” or “history” and many people’s eyes glaze over – and suggesting a vacation where you’d encounter both learning and history, may very well result in a distinct lack of enthusiasm. And yet, Williamsburg, Virginia, is consistently a popular vacation destination in the U.S. for families and that is simply because it’s fun (with the learning and history part thrown in). Let’s take a quick tour today to see why! Read more
One of my favorite moderate hotels at Walt Disney World is Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter. The smallest of the moderates, this resort, as the name implies, is themed like the French Quarter of New Orleans with lots of colorful Mardi Gras-style touches. French Quarter is also about a 10 minute walk (or a short boat ride) from its sister resort, Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside. Read more
As we continue virtually traveling this week, I thought it would be great to check out a destination that is fun for all ages, whether in person or virtually: the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. While there are any number of super cool aquariums all over the US, what I especially love about the Georgia Aquarium is all of the at-home learning opportunities they have on their website.
Between the fascinating webcams, daily and weekly livestreaming events, regular animal “updates”, and tons of great lesson plans and activities, you’ll find all kinds of ways to have a blast virtually visiting with some of your favorite sea creatures! Read more
If you have never used a travel agent before, after hearing some of the horror stories from those who had travel plans (or were actually traveling) when the coronavirus pandemic first broke out, you may be thinking that you probably should use one for your future travel plans. And you would be right to think just that, as having a trusted travel professional on your side is ALWAYS a good idea, and even more so when there are challenging situations. Read more
Attention foodies, and wine/beer lovers! If you want to explore all kinds of dining delights, there’s no better way than to plan a vacation all around food and drink – especially here in the United States!
From the East Coast to the West Coast and everywhere in-between, the US has a varied and delicious food scene. Whether it is a hearty steak from a Denver steakhouse, steaming tables of Maryland blue crabs, beer and brats reminiscent of old world Germany in Milwaukee, or a sampling from one of the over 3500 wineries in California, you name it and you’ll likely find it somewhere on an American food vacation!
While we can’t visit any of these places to sample (yet) we can virtually travel to them. Here are 4 favorites for you to drool over for now (warning – do not read on an empty stomach)! Read more