The taxi rushes through the New York City streets from Times Square to the Hotel Elysee on 54th & Madison. From lights, action, noise to a quiet area near some of the best shopping New York City has to offer. Pulling up to the door a sharply dressed doorman opens my door and welcomes me…
Located at the heart of Pennsylvania, Altoona prides itself for its rich railroad history. As Blair county’s central city, local and outdoor enthusiasts will never run out of activities to do or places to visit, from historical landmarks, to local shops and restaurants, to amusement parks and spending time in the outdoors. I’m sharing some…
Looking for an easy recipe that is low in Weight Watchers Freestyle points, easy to make, and a hit with the entire family? Give this cashew pork stir-fry recipe a try. This is a recipe that can be on the table in under 30-minutes –I love recipes like that. Please note: If you are following…
Chetola Resort is “one of the best stays in the Blue Ridge,” according to Southern Living. It’s easy to see why. Upon arrival, I’m completely in love with the landscape, lodging, location, and the abundance of things to do at the resort and in the area. Located in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, Chetola Resort rests…
Who am I kidding? I don’t need any actual reason to take a girls getaway. It’s simply essential to a life worth living. The only real question is, where? I’ll tell you where – Estes Park, Colorado. We all know that anywhere you go in Colorado is going to give you breathtaking views because of…
On a recent visit to Biloxi, MS, I loved learning about the shrimp and seafood industry and how it’s a vital part of the culture along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. That had me thinking about all the ways someone could experience shrimp while visiting. There are quite a few ways that you can go shrimping…
Wondering how I ended up spending a day in Medina, Ohio? The plan was simple enough. Head to Cleveland to spend two days researching my SecretCleveland book. In January. In questionable weather conditions. I didn’t say I always have the best plans, but sometimes a missed opportunity leads to something quite unexpected and enjoyable. I…
We’ve all had those days where we just want something quick, easy and filling for dinner. This Italian Chicken Breasts Recipe fits the bill. Pair this with a pile of roasted veggies and you have a low Weight Watchers Freestyle points meal that is satisfying and delicious. Prep time: 10 minutes Active cook time: 25-30…
We love spending time in the great outdoors, but when the cold weather starts to set in I tend to stay inside. To say I’m not a fan of cold temps is probably an understatement. Dips below 40 and it’s game over for outdoor fun for me. Alan always tells me I just need to…
After you hit up the big tourists spots like Atlanta and Savannah plan some time to discover these other amazing places to visit in Georgia. There are so many more things to do in Georgia besides the seashore and the big city. Would you believe there are mountain towns that let you hike to waterfalls…
I have wanted to explore Pittsburgh for years. I have driven by the city of bridges many times, but never had the time to stop. So many of my traveling friends were shocked when they heard I have never been and insisted that I fix that immediately. This year on our way to North Carolina I…
This was the first year for Mardi Gras in Beaumont! For years, Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas was held in nearby Port Arthur. A few year ago it moved to Beaumont to offer more room for parking, crowds, and event growth. And yes, Mardi Gras happens outside of New Orleans. In fact, you can go…
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