One of my goals over the last couple of years has been to lean into solo traveling more. I have friends who do it and do it well, and I found myself daydreaming about taking the types of trips they were going on and was wondering what was stopping me. Despite this popular trend, traveling…
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Weekend Getaway: Top 5+ Things to Do in Asheville NC in the Winter
One of the most perfect places for a weekend winter getaway is Asheville and now is a great time to visit to help support the local communities as they are working to rebuild after Hurricane Helene. Here are my top 5+ things to do in Asheville NC in the winter and a few honorable mentions…
Christmas in New York City: a Complete Travel Guide
One of the most magical places to spend some time during the holiday season is in New York City. The decorations are unreal, the city is buzzing, and there is something to do or see on seemingly every corner. Our first visit during the holidays was in 2019 and we had a general idea of…
The Best Things to Do in Wilmington NC in the Fall
One of our favorite spots to get away in North Carolina is Wilmington, especially in the fall. Just because summer ends, does not mean that the beach season is over. David and I enjoy visiting in October and November because there have been times we have visited during those months and enjoyed beautiful 80 degree…
Fall Weekend: the Best Things to Do in Valle Crucis, NC
In November 2021, David and I took a weekend getaway to Valle Crucis to stay at the historic Mast Farm Inn. I swoon over historic inns, and Mast Farm Inn is on the National Historic Registry and Valle Crucis Historical District of Watauga County. This quickly became an annual tradition for us each fall. Our…
