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Cool Off at the Best Bar Harbor, Maine Beaches
Mount Desert Island, located off the rugged coast of Maine, is home to some of the most picturesque natural landscapes in the United States. Best known for Acadia National Park, the island offers visitors a mix of rocky cliffs, quiet forests, and, surprisingly, a few...
Breweries on Cape Cod: Finding the Perfect Beer
Whenever I travel, one of my favorite rituals is to find a restaurant or bar that serves the local brew on tap. If I can find a taproom where the beer is crafted on the premises - even better. Where I live on Cape Cod, there has been an explosion of craft breweries...
Key West Water Activities: Get Out Beyond Duvall Street
Key West and the Florida Keys could perhaps be the ultimate adult playground. Of course, there is the nightly Sunset Celebration, countless bars and restaurants serving conch fritters and key lime pie martinis, rum runners, and just about every tropical drink...
Ocean’s Edge Resort & Marina: Key West’s Luxury Oasis
Ocean’s Edge Resort & Marina is an incredible place to stay while visiting Key West, Florida. During a recent four-night stay, we were able to experience luxurious accommodations including a spacious room, the on-site full-service restaurant and bar, live music,...
Nantucket vs Martha’s Vineyard: Which Is a Better Day Trip?
Disclaimer: This article contains affiliate links (just one).Located off the southern coast of Cape Cod, the islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket are incredible beach vacation destinations in their own right. During the summer months, or even during the late...
Discovery Cove in Orlando, Florida – Review and Guide
Discovery Cove in Orlando, Florida, is the area’s most laid-back theme park. You will not find any rides, slides, or characters roaming the grounds. There are no parades or fireworks. But there are also a few other things you won’t find at Discovery Cove either....
Shades of Green at Walt Disney World – First Timer’s Guide
Military service members and retirees will want to consider staying at Shades of Green Resort during their next family vacation to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. For many families, a trip to the House of Mouse is a costly adventure, but eligible military...
Marriott Grande Vista Review
Disclaimer: This article contains affiliate links. Just a few, no biggie.Bottom Line: Marriott’s Grande Vista Resort offers hotel-style guest rooms plus one, two, and three-bedroom villas that provide vacationers the much-needed maneuver space and resort amenities...
Crystal River Manatee Tours – Kayak, Paddleboard and Swim
One of the most popular reasons to visit Florida in the winter is to enjoy some of that famous sunshine and warm weather. A great way to get outdoors and see one of Florida’s most famous residents, the manatee, is with a manatee kayak or stand-up paddleboard tour....