What a winter we’ve had – and though we are all looking forward to Spring Break, recent weather and major geopolitical events have us all a bit shaken and feeling vulnerable.  Below is what I do to control my travel experience as much as I can. Whether you are traveling solo or with your family/friends,…

When it comes to beach towns along the West Coast, the climate is drastically different from North to South. A coastal town in the Pacific Northwest is going to be a very different trip than to one of the white sand beaches in Southern California. However, what all the places on this list have in…

Considering I’ve had a chance to travel all across the US over the years, I like to think I know a thing or two about picking some of the best summer vacation spots in the US! There really is nothing like traveling between the months of June and August. The weather is just about perfect…

Have you started planning for your next summer trip? Here are some ideas to get you started! 1. A Quietcation The world is noisy and it’s only gotten noisier. When was the last time any of us have made a true, concerted effort to disconnect and actually find some peace and quiet? Probably not since…

When I travel to the beach for vacation, I look forward to spending time exploring small towns up and down the coast from where I am staying.  Aside from the beach, these little towns are the main attraction providing unique traditions and memorable experiences to visitors of every age. No matter whether you’re shopping for…

Ahh shoulder season, aka my favorite time to travel! And no, I’m not talking about my actual shoulders but those months in between low and high season when the weather is nice but the crowds are few and the prices still reasonable. Shoulder season happens twice a year. The first is that sweet spot right…