My husband and I bought a Peloton bike during the pandemic. I’m pretty sure half of the U.S. did; Peloton sales skyrocketed that year! We are avid gym goers, and because everything shut down at the beginning of COVID, we needed to figure out a way to keep our bodies moving and to keep our […]
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Sun Valley, Idaho is nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, and this small town is all about rich history and natural beauty. It was established in the 1930s as one of the first ski resorts in the United States. And since then, it’s been a magnet for celebrities, artists, and outdoor enthusiasts. One
Welcome to Amsterdam, a city that’s like a big, friendly playground for art lovers and foodies. In Amsterdam, art isn’t just in museums; it’s all around you, from cool street art, to hip art galleries, to famous museums like the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum. And getting around is a breeze—just take a leisurely
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Welcome to Split, Croatia, a romantic haven that seamlessly blends ancient history, breathtaking natural beauty, and culinary delights to create the perfect setting for a dreamy getaway. Split’s charm lies in its remarkable Roman ruins, most notably the stunning Diocletian’s Palace. Imagine strolling hand in hand through the labyrinthine streets of this 1,700-year-old UNESCO World
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A destination that weaves together natural splendor, rich history, and breathtaking coastal beauty, making it an unforgettable experience. Dubrovnik boasts a stunning backdrop of azure waters and rugged cliffs, creating a captivating contrast against its historic architecture. The city is renowned for its magnificent city walls, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which offers visitors a
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Summertime in Paris is pure magic. Since I visited Paris for the first time in winter time and did most of the touristy things then, Paris in the summer for us was spent outside, picnicking, walking, exploring the Parisian streets and drinking lots of good wine. The one thing we repeated in summer that we’ve
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London, you are a beauty. So elegant, grand and diverse. A city I want to go back to again and again. I have been wanting to go to London for over 10 years, and we finally made it happen this Summer. My husband and I allocated a full week to exploring the gorgeous city of
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My husband and I recently went to Maui for a week. We did a lot of research ahead of time, specifically on: what area to stay at, when to go, how long to go for, what to do, what to see, where to eat and what to bring with us. I can definitely get into
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Can you guess what the best 5-star hotel in Barcelona is for me? Let me give you 2 clues: The chain is known as a members-only club. It was first started in London. I’m not gonna leave you hanging here. ? Mainly because I am super excited to share this gem of a spot with
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San Francisco, such a unique city. It’s vibrant, colorful, energetic, full of smart and driven people, with amazing restaurants and stores, a nice mix of historic and new architecture, right by the water, and pretty predictable when it comes to weather (mostly foggy and rainy, with a slight chance of a sunshine surprise). It’s a
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Paris. What a romantic scene. ❤️ It was my mom’s dream to go to Paris together as a family, and so when we all met for Christmas in Barcelona in 2017, we decided to hop on a plane – only a two hour non-stop flight away – and spend a few days in Paris to
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This guide is here to give you helpful tips as to how to enjoy Barcelona to the fullest during the hot Summer months. I’ve been to Barcelona during winter, to spend Christmas and New Year with my family, and during summer, to use it as a hub to travel around Spain with my brother, and
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This guide will give you the Barcelona travel inside scoop for Barcelona in the winter. In the last year, I have been to Barcelona on both occasions; in December to spend Christmas and New Year, and in Summer to use it as a hub to travel around Spain. Both experiences were great and unique. I personally
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Our fourth Italian stop in our 11 day Italy trip was Positano. We had just visited Rome, where we did a lot of walking, learning and sightseeing. And at this point, we were craving something a little bit more laid back and calm. Positano is a gorgeous southern coastal town located in the Amalfi Coast,
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Our third Italian stop in our 11 day Italy trip was Rome. At this point, we were two for two on our trip: blown away by our two Italian stops (Venice and Florence), each unique and wonderful in its own way. We felt like we had still more to exploring left to do in Florence,
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Our second Italian stop in our 11 day Italy trip was Florence. We were sad to leave Venice, since we loved it so very much, but we were very excited to explore other regions of the country. While in the train from Venice to Florence, we could already see the difference in the landscape and
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Venice is a dream: a city full of history, extremely unique and beautifully constructed. A true work of art. If you haven’t yet been there, you must go! You will not regret it. We went on a trip to Italy for 11 days and our first stop in Italy was Venice. As soon as we arrived
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In this day and age, it’s tough to be able to get two weeks off in a row from work and to set enough money aside to splurge on travel. And when we do make the decision to put that time and money aside, we want to make sure every second and penny counts. I
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Mykonos was our third and last stop in Greece. We got to it by ferry, which was a two hour ride from Santorini via SeaJets. Taking a ferry was the only transportation option from Santorini, as there aren’t any direct flights from Santorini to Mykonos. However, the ferry was short and comfortable. A word of
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Santorini was our second stop in Greece. We got to it by plane, which was a quick 50 minute flight from Athens with Aegean Air. The only other option was to take a ferry, but the ferry from Athens to Santorini is an 8 hour journey, and since we had limited time in Greece, the
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