For our adult getaway, we stayed at The Westin Seattle. This iconic hotel features twin circular towers bridged by the common areas at the base. It is ideally located in the downtown area, within walking distance of many of the major attractions. With Seattle being one of the most walkable cities in the country, location… Continue reading 5 Days in Seattle {Where to Stay}
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Four Years Later
A casual discussion about travel four years ago, led me to reach out to Classic Travel Connection for advice on becoming one of their travel agents. Fast forward to 2021, I marvel at how this trajectory changed my life. In the last year alone, I've transitioned to travel full-time, survived major highs and lows in… Continue reading Four Years Later
My Top 5 US Destinations for 2021
If you're reeling from COVID fatigue, desperate for a road trip of epic proportions, then today's post is for you. I'm focusing on active, family-friendly destinations in the Continental USA. So grab your favorite cup of joe and let's begin exploring! 5. Breckenridge, CO It's no surprise that I'm receiving a lot more requests for… Continue reading My Top 5 US Destinations for 2021
Mammoth Cave National Park
Visiting Mammoth Cave National Park in central Kentucky requires a little advanced planning, as tickets are typically sold out about a week in advance. We scheduled our visit in conjunction with Dollywood. Currently, only self-guided tours are available, but Park Rangers are strategically positioned throughout the cave to answer questions and keep traffic moving. Mammoth… Continue reading Mammoth Cave National Park
Dollywood
We visited Dollywood three years ago, and a subsequent visit was long overdue. As we were there the week of the park's 35th Anniversary, we got to enjoy the inaugural Dollywood's Flower and Food Festival. Similar to the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival in Disney World, the theme park comes alive with larger-than-life plant sculptures,… Continue reading Dollywood
Dollywood Splash Country
Next door to Dollywood's DreamMore Resort, is Dollywood Splash Country. It is a 35-acre mountain oasis perfect for cooling down in the heat of summer. As guests of the resort, our park privileges included: i. COVID pre-screening at the resort ii. Tram to the park's entrance v. Early Saturday entry iv. Complimentary package delivery Once… Continue reading Dollywood Splash Country
Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa
Last week, we enjoyed a mini vacation at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa. After the challenges of the last few months, it was just the break we needed! When determining where we wanted to go, it was of utmost importance that the destination prioritized guest safety. Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa capped capacity at 50%… Continue reading Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa
Ark Encounter and Onyx Cave
A few weekends ago, we grew tired of staring at the same four walls. On the Friday after work, we mapped out a route to visit the Ark Encounter in Kentucky, and headed out late Saturday morning. (We were actually supposed to be on vacation at Universal Orlando, but at the very last minute decided… Continue reading Ark Encounter and Onyx Cave
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