I recently visited Saratoga Springs for a weekend and was so pleasantly surprised by how cute the town is! I went into the weekend not really knowing what to expect. I don’t know anyone who had ever been before so I wasn’t even able to ask someone their thoughts before I booked the trip. However, … Continue reading What to do in Saratoga Springs, NY
I recently spent a week in Flagstaff and northern Arizona and it was awesome. Here are my recommendations on what to do in Flagstaff and what to do in northern Arizona. We flew in to Phoenix and spent a night at the Hampton Inn, then we started the drive to Flagstaff (about 2 hours). Along … Continue reading What to do in Flagstaff, AZ
Visiting the Watkins Glen in the Finger Lakes Region? Here are my recommendations on what to do, where to stay, where to eat, and where to drink! Where to Stay: Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel. Centrally located to downtown and right on the lake, this hotel was perfect for a long weekend. It has a restaurant … Continue reading What to do in Watkins Glen (Finger Lakes), NY
Sao Miguel is a beautiful hidden gem in the Azores archipelago. They are an autonomous region of Portugal and only a 4 hour flight from Boston. Where to Stay in Sao Miguel We stayed in Hotel Talisman in Ponta Delgada. It was a beautiful hotel with very nice and helpful staff. It was in the … Continue reading What to do in Sao Miguel, Azores
I recently visited New Mexico and had a great time! If you are looking for recommendations on what to do in New Mexico, what to do in Albuquerque, or what to do in Santa Fe, you came to the right place! New Mexico is often overlooked by many, but it should be on everyone’s list. … Continue reading What to do in New Mexico
Gruyeres is a quaint mountain town in southwestern Switzerland. When we got there, I felt like I stepped into the book Heidi! The town is famous for its chocolate and cheese (yum!) and the perfect size for a day trip. If you are staying in Montreux, it’s really easy to get to here from there. Eat at Le … Continue reading Gruyeres, Switzerland
Montreux is a resort town in the Swiss Riviera. It is known for its annual Jazz Festival, water-front promenade, and Belle Epoque buildings. While it is a popular city, I think you only need two nights and one full day here. It is a perfect jumping off point for day trips to Aigle or Gruyeres. … Continue reading What to Do in Montreux, Switzerland
While in Montreux, there was one thing I knew I wanted to do – go to Chateau Chillon. Occupied since the Bronze Age, this castle sits on an island using the lake as a natural moat. We spent two hours there and walked through every room. Check out my pictures! Did they convince you to … Continue reading Chateau Chillon, Montreux
On our Switzerland trip, we planned to spend one day in Lausanne. However, once we were there, we fell in love and changed our plans so we had two nights here! Read my blog post to learn more about what we did while there. What to Do in Lausanne Walk along the Ouchy promenade. Situated … Continue reading What to Do in Lausanne, Switzerland
While in Geneva, Switzerland, we took a day trip to Annecy, France. This beautiful town is a must-visit! Nicknamed the “Pearl of the French Alps” and “Venice of the Alps,” this city has won the “Golden Flower” award for being filled with flowers. All that being said, I think these pictures are all it will … Continue reading Why You Should Go to Annecy
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