Hotels
King Charles Inn; Charleston, South Carolina
“You need to back up,” he said kindly. “Back up?” I replied, looking back at the traffic coming towards the King Charles Inn. “Yep.” He smiled. “It’s OK, there is a right turn lane and all the cars will be turning before they get here.” So we backed up and pulled into the complimentary off-street … Continue reading
Pin ItSouthern Style in Charleston, South Carolina
We expected Charleston to be very much like Savannah, Georgia. And, in some ways, it is similar. It’s another lovely Southern city on the coast with a genteel, quiet charm. But in others it is completely and totally unique. For example, Charleston has piazzas. Not pizza, you all. Piazzas. The first definition I found of a … Continue reading
Pin ItRiver Street Inn; Savannah, Georgia
I promised you when I wrote about the wonderful, wonderful time we had at the Tall Ships Challenge in Savannah, Georgia in May that I would come back and tell you about our stay in the truly fabulous River Street Inn and now here I am. Keeping that promise. Because I had been to Savannah … Continue reading
Pin ItI Was SO WRONG About Hilton Head
The first thing I was wrong about when I thought I knew it all about Hilton Head is the fact that Hilton Head is an island. Seriously. Who knew? OK, I guess everyone but me. When people talked about going to Hilton Head on vacation – and many people talk about going to Hilton Head … Continue reading
Pin ItGirlfriends Getaway to Phoenix, Arizona
When it starts to get cool this fall or winter, I suggest you start searching for the least expensive flight to Phoenix, Arizona because this gorgeous and scenic location is the perfect place for your next girlfriend getaway. While Phoenix is a little warm in the summer, the cool, dry desert weather is absolutely perfect … Continue reading
Pin ItGulf Shores/Orange Beach – the Best Kept Secret in Alabama
Drive across Alabama. Now just keep on driving you are totally out of road. You should see the sugar-white sand and crystal green water of the wonderful gulf coast area. Gulf Shores / Orange Beach (click to see Mapquest) You have arrived in one of the loveliest, quietest and most family-friendly destinations in Alabama. Gulf … Continue reading
Pin ItThe Most Perfect Condo in Navarre Beach – Summerwind Resort
We stepped through the door of our condo at the Summerwind Resort in Navarre Beach, Florida with pretty high expectations. I had been coming to nearby Pensacola Beach, also on Santa Rosa Island, since I was a little girl so I knew the snow white sand and emerald water were going to make a pretty … Continue reading
Pin ItFive Fantastic Destinations in Arizona for Equally Fantastic prices
If you’re looking for the perfect place for your vacation this summer, look no further than Arizona. It gets pretty warm in the summer, but drink plenty of water or jump in the closest pool because it’s worth it for the great deals you are going to get. There are plenty of things to … Continue reading
Pin ItSheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort in Chandler, Arizona
I only have one teeny, tiny regret about our stay at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort in Chandler. We only got to stay one night. We were heading home the next day after our epic tour of the Grand Canyon state and had arranged a stay at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort for … Continue reading
Pin ItCulinary Delights at Deseo in the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
Have you ever heard the expression “Life is short, eat dessert first”? As I took a bite of the fantastically designed and fabulous tasting dessert at Deseo, I thought possibly I might consider that the next time I am there. Because it was not only delicious, it, like everything else at Deseo, obviously had time … Continue reading
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