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Copicut Woods – A Rustic Escape in Fall River, Massachusetts

We have been visiting a lot of the local preserves and parks around southeast Massachusetts since moving to Fall River. One of our favorites is Myles Standish State Park in Carver. Sometimes, when ...

My Favorite Walt Disney World Rides & Attractions

As we head into the spring and summer months, we hear of more and more people booking their trips to Walt Disney World. While I did not take my first vacation here until my late 20’s, I have ...

The Best Breakfast Spot in Newport: Corner Cafe

Mike and I were looking for a great place for breakfast this weekend before exploring Newport. We have been driving out to this beautiful city frequently since moving to nearby Fall River, MA which ...

Jamestown Island, Rhode Island: The Search for Sea Glass

Newport, Rhode Island is one of my favorite quick getaways from Southeast Massachusetts. There is lots of history to explore, wonderful local restaurants, and beautiful beaches. On a recent cruise, ...

Sweet Treats at Cupcake Charlie’s

I decided to try out a specialty cupcake shop in Plymouth called Cupcake Charlie’s. The shop is located in the popular waterfront area and is one of the top reviewed places in town. I am not a ...

Myles Standish State Forest – Hiking in Southeast Massachusetts

Myles Standish State Forest is a large & beautiful state forest located in Southeastern Massachusetts, about 45 minutes south of Boston, in the towns of Plymouth and Carver. There are plenty of ...

11 Tips for Smooth Traveling with your Pets

As a frequent traveler, I can attest to the inconvenience of traveling with pets. In fact, I have had to complete more than 10 moves across the country with 2 cats! From the constant meowing, to ...

Islesboro, Maine: A Peaceful Retreat Away from the Mainland

Islesboro, a tiny island located off the coast of Maine, is only accessible via ferry from Lincolnville, Maine. I had the very unique opportunity to live in this popular summer colony a few years ...

Southern California Beaches: The Best Beaches of LA & Orange County

Update: I’ve explored a lot more in Southern California since initially writing this post. Please check out my Socal tourist vacation guide for more info on the best beaches, mountain hiking ...

My Favorite Touristy Hiking Destinations

Update: I’ve done so much more hiking since originally writing this article. A few other fantastic hiking destinations I’ve lived in recently include: Flagstaff (a gorgeous 4 season ...