Meeting Fiona at the Cincinnati Zoo in Ohio
Fun fact: The Cincinnati Zoo has been around since 1875. Since we’ve made it our mission to discover the wonders in our own backyard, we had to take a trip to Ohio to check it out. And we were so excited, because we would get to do a behind-the-scenes tour of the facilities. So, we […]
Hiking with Giants in Kentucky
Since y’all know that we like to walk and run like our lives depend on it, for this adventure, we decided to embark on our longest hike yet, listed at 13 miles, at a local park while we were in Kentucky. But first — as usual — there’s coffee. Since Daniel is addicted to the stuff, […]
Our Airstream Adventure: Daniel’s First Time Emptying the Poop Tank
Yes, you read that correctly. While we always make sure to look for the silver lining in everything, sometimes even the loveliest of experiences can have a not-so-pleasant side. And when the only bathroom that’s available to you is on wheels, you know you gotta empty that tank at some point. Obviously, I let Daniel […]
Our Crazy Airstream Adventure
What if we tried to shop 100% American-made and as locally sourced as possible for a full year? Was it possible?
The Inn on 5th in downtown Naples: Reserve now for holiday deals
If you’re looking for a luxurious Florida getaway, it seems all roads lead to Naples. Not just to the Ritz- Carlton (see Cindy Cockburn’s story), but to an extraordinary 119-room boutique hotel in the heart of downtown: the Inn on 5th. This AAA Four Diamond, Forbes Four-Star hotel is located in two iconic buildings across […]
Ahhhhh! A safe place to spa at Orlando’s Four Seasons Resort
Our time at the Spa at Four Seasons, which reopened in July, was more than just a couple of appointments; it was a luxurious escape.
Paradise Without a Passport: Escape to The Breakers
After months of pandemic lockdown, I needed a getaway to soothe my soul. NOW. The Wall Street Journal headline tells me I’m not alone: “Vacationers venturing out – but not too far.” Airlines are out. Road trips are in. So off I go across the state to jump in the Atlantic, overlook the sea at sunrise, enjoy gourmet options in lavish surroundings […]
Play, stay, even study: A family golf-cation at Reunion Resort
My son Zack started playing golf over a year ago, but this summer after five weeks of golf camp and lessons from a pro, it was official: He’d caught the golf bug. From then on he wanted to spend more time on the course and the driving range. Reunion Resort in Orlando offered just that. Only […]
A luxury oasis just an hour away: Four Seasons Resort Orlando
The Four Seasons is a brand synonymous with luxury, and just an hour away from Tampa Bay the Four Seasons Resort Orlando is an oasis from the real world. Nestled on 26 lushly landscaped acres, the AAA Five Diamond resort offers innumerable ways to escape. There are activities to fit everyone’s desires. You can spend […]
Rolls Trip: Cruising the Tamiami Trail in a Cullinan Black Badge
“Does your gator bite?” It seemed like a reasonable question as four feet of beady-eyed, scaly-skinned baby alligator was thrust into my hands for a quick photo op. “Not right now. But you wouldn’t want to be doing that in six months’ time,” deadpans Tom, our tour guide, who just a few minutes earlier had […]