Not long after David and I received our second doses of our vaccines, we decided that we wanted to get back to New York City. Our last trip there was our trip in December 2019 and we were both itching to travel back to do what we do best: walk around, people watch, and enjoy…
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How I Packed for New York City
One of our favorite places to travel together is New York City and we just got back from our first trip to the city since December 2019. One question I am often asked is how I pack for our travel since I refuse to check a bag. David and I travel well together because we…
A Review of Seabird in Wilmington NC
Seabird is the hottest, new restaurant in Wilmington, NC and it is one of the best meals that I’ve had this year! It’s a beautifully designed space in historic downtown Wilmington and Chef Dean Neff has created a menu that is the perfect mix of oysters, unique Southern favorites, and delicious seafood bites. While it…
Boutique Hotels in Raleigh, NC: Heights House Hotel Preview
Last month, I had the opportunity to tour the newest boutique hotel in Raleigh, which is also a stunning historic landmark in Boylan Heights in downtown Raleigh. Not only is it a boutique hotel, it also doubles as a venue and a gathering space. The historic preservation of this building is simply stunning. Keep scrolling…
Places to Stay: The Colonial Inn in Hillsborough NC
In March of 2018, I went on a day trip to Hillsborough for the first time. While I was wandering around the side streets, I came across a beautiful building that had chippy paint, gorgeous double front porches, and these big amazing windows. I wrote the message below in that blog post: The Colonial Inn…
