Southern California is one of my favorite year-round vacation destinations. Beautiful weather, amazing beaches, and plenty of waterfront attractions place it high on my list for summer fun and recreation. Offering a plethora of fun, scenic, and more often than not, completely free things to do, a ...

Chicago is one of the best summer cities! There are so many events, festivals, and beautiful places to explore, making it the ideal summer destination city. Having once lived in Chicago for over 20 years, I have had plenty of summer adventures over the years. Whether you are in a mood for fitness, ...

A beach vacation is the perfect way to cool off during the hot, humid summer months when pretty much any other type of outdoor activity is miserable. Packing well will ensure that you have the best vacation possible. Less time shopping for forgotten essentials on your vacation means more money ...

Spring is one of the best times of the year to plan a trip to Virginia Beach. Assuming you visit outside of prime spring break season, crowds are virtually non existent. It’s nice to stroll along a beautiful beach minus the noisy tourist crowds. Anyone seeking peace and relaxation will ...

The Virginia Beach boardwalk is a beautiful 3 mile stretch of land along the Atlantic Ocean. Visiting during the spring months is a great idea as you will be able to enjoy the double benefit of fewer crowds and cooler temperatures. One of my favorite aspects about the Virginia Beach boardwalk is ...

Best Western Plus Oceanfront (Update: Now Sandcastle Resort) was a perfect choice for our Virginia Beach vacation. It is located right on the boardwalk, and thus, offers fabulous views of the Atlantic Ocean. All rooms in the main building come with individual balconies. Just make sure to book an ...

The 3 mile long Virginia Beach boardwalk features a separate biking and walking path. Being an avid cyclist I really appreciated the separate path. Visiting during April was the perfect time to bike as there were barely any other cyclists on the path. The weather (low 80’s) was beautiful for ...

I took a trip out to Jamestown Rhode Island this weekend to look for sea glass. Jamestown is located on Conanicut Island about a ten minute drive from Newport. The island is connected by bridge and you have to pay a small toll to pass ($2). The views going over the bridge are magnificent! ...

Islesboro, a tiny island located off the coast of Maine, is only accessible via ferry from Lincolnville, Maine. I had the opportunity to live in this popular summer colony a few years back. A handful of celebrities have residences on this small island including John Travolta and Kirstie Alley. The ...

Another winter storm here in the Boston area has me dreaming of the beaches I was once able to visit on a daily basis in Southern California! Southern California is known for being home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. I love the fact that the beaches are so versatile – ...