The best resorts for teens are ones where they won’t totally roll their eyes throughout the entire vacation. If you have teens, you know the look! If you can achieve this, consider yourself golden. But that elusive goal doesn’t come easy. These top teen-friendly resorts all have some things in common. Have a dedicated teen area. Are safe so teens can navigate on their own. Have…
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Southern France is one of my favorite places to visit. Whether I am passing through to somewhere else, headed out on a cruise, or centering my stay around Nice, I love being there. Nice embodies all I adore about that part of the world. The water, the art, the access to so many other areas, the shopping, and, of course, the food. Armed with these…
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Are you wondering if taking a Disney Cruise is the way you want to spend your next family vacation? Not sure if your luxury-loving self can survive on a Disney Cruise? I get it! I wasn’t sure if this was the way to go for me either. What I learned, though, is that there are so many ways this cruise line is a step above…
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You must taste some down home Southern cooking in Atlanta. A visit to the capital of the New South isn’t complete without it. Seriously. You won’t get as far as the Alabama border before being force-fed grits and doused with sweet tea. So, save yourself from that fate and try out one of these five spots to get authentic Southern cooking in Atlanta. Don’t worry…
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Starting a garden is hard work. There are a million different variables to consider before you even plant your seeds. And after planting, there is a whole slew of other questions to consider regarding cultivating and maintaining the health of your plants. With that being said, there is a side of gardening that comes naturally. There is something instinctual about caring for the earth, and…
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Chicago is truly a food mecca. Insiders know that the “Second City” is second to none when it comes to fantastic food. It follows that where to eat will be one of the most important questions you ask yourself when visiting Chicago. My advice…Quit counting calories and follow your nose to the delicious aromas all around you. But if you are looking for some suggestions…
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If you think that there is no such thing as family-friendly LA, then you haven’t visited the City of Angels recently. While there is definitely plenty to do for the over 21 set, the kid-friendly options are plentiful as well. Los Angeles is huge, so be sure you have a car with a full tank of gas, some patience to deal with traffic, and a…
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We have officially been at Sugar Water Manor for eight months now. I have spent day after day building the gardens, planting, weeding, harvesting, unpacking (we are still not done), caring for animals and raising animals from young. We have learned so much, but I know our education will never end. Over these months, our focus has been on the outside and the farm, itself….
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Fall is here…Yes, it really is. While it comes with mixed emotions, I am making the best of this time. This means I have found some fabulous finds for fall… Spending a lot of time in the garden and on the farm with the animals, I am always on the lookout for anything that makes my life easier and/or just plain makes me happy. Fall,…
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Special occasions require unique dining experiences. However, it can be difficult for restaurants to accommodate larger groups and still provide an intimate dining experience. But I’ve got great news for people living in the Omaha Metro region…we have Society 1854 at the Marriott Downtown-Capital District. Over 20 foodies were recently invited to taste their menu. I can personally vouch that our table felt distinct, intimate,…
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I was recently invited on a press trip to explore the Kansas side of the KC metropolitan area. This part of town, on the other bank of the river, is often overlooked by visitors to the region. But, after a charming few days spent exploring KCK, Leavenworth and Bonner Springs, I can confidently say it’s an ideal weekend getaway destination from Omaha. After all, it’s…
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Stress-free vacation…aaah…isn’t that what we all strive for. With so much daily stress in our lives, who doesn’t want to leave all their cares behind on vacation. Some of the stress we can control or at least minimize and some we can’t, like airport delays. I was shooting for the “what I can control goal” when I planned a recent trip to Croatia. And I’m…
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