As I hear the news about yet another terrorist attack my heart sinks. Having spent two weeks in Turkey just last month the suicide bomber incident in the heart of Sultanahmet really hit close to home. My heart goes out to those affected by the violence and to all the Turkish people. After the initial … Read more
If you have been to Istanbul you must have seen them: they sit on rugs at the Grand Bazar, they walk on the sidewalks of Sultanahmet and doze off on the steps of mosques. They might even startle you by sneaking into your hotel room and they keep you company while they wait patiently at your … Read more
The Hotel Ranola is a chic boutique hotel is in the heart of downtown Sarasota. Filled with character, history and funky modern ambiance combined with 21st century amenities . Just a short walk from countless restaurants and stores the location of this small, privately owned hotel can’t be beat. On our recent trip to Sarasota … Read more
When it comes to Guatemalan traditional food there are quite a few Guatemalan dishes that are unique. From cow’s tongue and brains to red ants and strange combinations like a seafood and plantain stew there are lot of unique Guatemalan foods that are worth trying! Guatemala Episode of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern A few … Read more
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Hampton by Hilton. The opinions and text are all mine. Growing up my family traveled quite a bit and my fondest memories as a child are related to travel experiences. As a teenager and during my college years I subscribed to travel magazines and … Read more
If you’re looking for an authentic experience and something unique to do in Lake Atitlan visiting the small town of San Antonio Palopó is a grreat option. Perched on the mountainside of Lake Atitlán in Guatemala, San Antonio Palopó is a small town that has remained relatively unspoiled. Unlike Panajachel, you will not find many … Read more
Even though the summer is officially over for us and the kids are back at school we always take advantage of the weekend to travel. We love making little short road trips to explore our own backyard and are always on the lookout for new and interesting attractions and beaches in Southwest Florida. This past … Read more
The Florida Keys extend for 113 miles along the Overseas Highway, from Key Largo to the southernmost point in the United States in Key West. The upper and middle keys encompass Key Largo, Islamorada and Marathon and are separated from the lower keys by the 7 mile bridge. The upper and middle keys are closer to … Read more
We travel a lot and love to embark on road trips and adventures both far and near and because we live in Florida and just minutes from some of the most beautiful beaches in the country we spend a lot of time near water. It’s really important to always be cautious when you are … Read more
We love family road trips and this summer we are planning to add a few more road trips to our list including a road trip from New York City to Toronto. Along the way we have made lot’s of mistakes and since summer is here and lots of people are preparing to head out … Read more
