Blackberry Farm in the Great Smoky Mountains
Every once in a while, you bump into one of those places that has it all. You could spend a month there and never try everything or get bored. Today I'm dreaming of one of those places located in the…
3 River Cruises for Fall Foliage
It's still plenty warm outside, but you can feel the slightest hints of fall starting to settle in. School is back in session, and the nights are cool and clear. I think it's the best time of year when you…
Frank and Foliage
Autumn is a perfect time to get to know America’s greatest architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. Seeing the fall colors with their hues explosion fills me with a sense of renewal, energy, and a feeling that anything is possible. When this…
Top Romantic Getaways
Wondering where to go for you next romantic getaway? Here are 5 terrific romantic hotels and destinations that are my favorites: San Jose Hotel, Austin, Texas Young Hearts be free tonight. The San Jose is a 1939 motor lodge turned…
Back to School Travel
Forget Back to School...it's Back to Travel Sales! Travel this summer has been tough. Not only have prices really gone up due to fuel costs, but with travel confidence at an all-time high, the industry - which has not fully…
Family Travel: Rehearse the Security Line
The airport can be stressful when you are trying to make a quick trip to the gate and get everyone fed and happy before boarding. One thing you can do before you leave is rehearse the security checkpoint. Make it…
Family Destination: Amelia Island, Florida
How could an Island known as a haven for Pirates and their buried treasure not be an ideal destination for a family vacation? The up-to-no-good buccaneers are long gone, but the colorful history of this Island in Florida - that…
6 reasons to plan a Virginia adventure
There's really nothing like Virginia. It's one of the best places you'll visit for wildlife, history, beaches, wineries, mountains and more. The State has an incredible past and passion for putting it all on display. You'll have the chance to…
Yoga Retreats: Unleash Your Inner Yogi
The stress of life sometimes calls for extraordinary measures. Treat yourself to a break from the routing and get away for a few days to tend to your own well-being. Yoga retreats help you strengthen your skills, learn new techniques…
7 of America’s Best Lake Vacation Getaways
When it's hot outside, there's nothing like a lake vacation. Wow, it's hot out there. Makes me wish I was on a houseboat floating along, soaking in a cool breeze and dangling my feet over the side. While summertime is…