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Spring Break Travel: My Favorite Quiet Spring Break Destinations

Are you planning a spring getaway? You could travel to a popular warm weather hotspot or you could visit a quieter natural destination for more peace and relaxation. I have come up with a few ideas for quiet spring break destinations, based on my own experiences in each of the areas. If you are ...

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A Fantastic, Snowy Winter Getaway in the White Mountains of New Hampshire

The White Mountains of New Hampshire are breathtakingly beautiful during any season, even moreso during the snowy winter months. The opportunities to engage in fun winter activities like sledding, snowshoeing, sleigh rides, skating, and skiing are endless. Due to the close proximity to cities like ...

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10 Tips for Avoiding Hotel Room Boredom

What to do if you are stuck in a hotel for the night and can’t find anything to do? Whether you had to pull over early because you were tired, got stuck in a storm, etc…you can find things to do to keep you occupied. During many cross country moves and long road trips, I have ...

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The 10 best hotels of 2013

What makes a hotel stand out above the rest? What makes your experience spectacular instead of just good? Is it outstanding service? Amazing amenities? How do you know which hotels are the best if you haven’t tested them out yourself? One option is to read real reviews from people who have ...

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The worst hotels and motels in the US!

Nothing ruins a trip quite like a bad hotel. We expect hotels to be clean and comfortable. In addition, we are looking for a friendly staff and plenty of amenities. According to a “Consumer Reports” survey the most common complaints from hotel customers are uncomfortable beds, noise ...

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A weekend in the White Mountains of New Hampshire

This past weekend I decided to take a trip up to the White Mountains in New Hampshire. I have visited the White Mountains during the spring for a hiking trip, but this was my first winter trip to the area. I decided to book a hotel at Merrill Farm Resort in North Conway. Although not […]

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Mohegan Sun: Vegas Style Casino Fun in New England

The Mohegan Sun is a massive casino which sits on 240 acres of reservation land on the gorgeous Thames River in Uncasville, Connecticut. The casino is very isolated, and thus, makes for a great weekend escape for city dwellers looking to escape the clutter and congestion of nearby hectic cities ...

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A Road Trip through Denver, Oklahoma City, & Little Rock

My boyfriend and I recently took a road trip from Idaho to Tennessee; it was a long journey of approximately 30 hours. Our first stop was 2 nights in Denver. Neither of us have ever been to the city and wanted to check it out.  We stayed at the Quality Inn Central Denver, which conveniently ...

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Trip to Boise – The Greenbelt, Boise Zoo, & Knock ’em Dead Theater

Boise, Idaho is a great city to visit if you enjoy the outdoors; there are plenty of options when it comes to recreation including biking, hiking, and dozens of parks. Mike and I took a 2 day trip this week mainly to do some bike riding along the Boise Greenbelt, a 22 mile path that runs ...

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St. Patrick’s Day Weekend in Bozeman

Last weekend, I decided to take a weekend trip to Montana to run a half marathon. An Irish themed half marathon entitled “Run to the Pub Half Marathon” was being held in Bozeman, a small college town home to Montana State University. The trip from Idaho became more and more scenic as we got ...

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