Orchid Bay Resort: A Quiet Coastal Escape in Northern Belize
If you want Belize without crowds, Orchid Bay is a hidden gem. Located in northern Belize its a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.
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Sunday in Provence
Sunday in Provence – sounds like a movie title, right? There simply is movie magic in this region known for wine, romance, and stunning hilltop villages. From touring a Sunday market like a local to sipping champagne with an amazing dinner, getting to spend a Sunday in Provence was something straight out of movie for … Continue reading
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Greenville Eats – My Hometown is a Foodie Town!
Tis the season…to eat! Since its the season of overindulgence and gluttony, it’s time to share some of my favorite eats in my hometown of Greenville, South Carolina. The food scene in Greenville is surprisingly bold and international. I love that my hometown is getting on the foodie radar of media outlets like Condé Nast … Continue reading
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A Fall Hike to Raven Cliff Falls
In the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area near Cleveland, South Carolina, is a heavily forested trail leading to a spectacular view of a 400-foot waterfall. To get to the trail, drive north of Caesars Head State on US 276 for a mile. You’ll see a large, paved parking lot on the right. Take the second right … Continue reading
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Wildcat Wayside Falls are “Purr”fect for a Family Hike
It’s a historic rest stop with waterfalls. You can see one of them from South Carolina’s Highway 11, also known as the Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway. It’s a small park, only about 60 acres, but it’s packed with nature and history. This hike is easy and great for families since it’s a one-mile loop to … Continue reading
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East Tennessee Thanksgiving at Historic Hale Springs Inn
In the East Tennessee town of Rogersville, you’ll step back in time to an era gone by. It’s almost like time has stood still for decades in this small town. My mom and I were retracing some family roots last Thanksgiving and spent a couple of nights in Rogersville where many of the buildings date … Continue reading
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This Lake is a Real Gem – Hike to Gem Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park
Gem Lake is a local’s favorite in Estes Park, Colorado. It is part of Rocky Mountain National Park but doesn’t have the crowds of Bear Lake and other popular lakes in the park. I’ve hiked it multiple times, and well, it’s a true “gem” of a lake. It’s a 3.4-mile round trip hike that starts … Continue reading
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More Than Just a Bump in the Road
At first glance, you may just drive on through this tiny town that appears to be nothing more than a bump in the road on Highway 285. But stop in this special place in the middle of nowhere, especially for lunch (or breakfast). I’ve done it several times and every time I had a great … Continue reading
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Sunset From Below Sea Level
Magical, stunning, spectacular, mesmerizing, fantastic, breathtaking – all wonderful ways to describe a sunset in Death Valley National Park. But, watching sunset from 282 feet below sea level in Badwater Basin will leave you speechless. Standing in the lowest spot in North America and watching the sky turn from shades of yellow to pink and … Continue reading
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