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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 ...

Ice skating in Providence, Rhode Island: Better than Boston’s Frog Pond

Providence offers a number of fun ways to beat the winter blues. Winter sports are a great way to get outside and burn some calories, plus skating really warms you up. I have been skating for ...

Kitzhof Inn – West Dover, Vermont

Update: After living in New England for several years, I wrote a comprehensive guide on the best things to do. This is such a wonderful area of the country with a perfect 4 season climate. The mix ...

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 ...

O’Connor’s Restaurant and Bar – Worcester, Massachusetts: Great Irish Food!

Update: O’Connors closed in March 2026 after over 30 years of business. If you are looking for something else to do in this area, I highly recommend a visit to the top rated Worcester Art ...