If Charleston South Carolina is the most sophisticated southern City, then nearby Savannah Georgia is her fun younger sister. General James Oglethorpe docked his ship here in 1733 and declared this Georgia, America’s 13th colony, so there is plenty of history in Savannah too. But Savannah is a self-proclaimed party town on the Savannah River. The saying goes, in Charleston …
Toulouse is a magical city in south west France, the 4th largest, “La Ville Rose” has a vibrant scene – historic but youthful with its University and aerospace culture, and so many great cafes.
Why we love Jekyll Island Don’t you love when a destination exceeds expectation? That is Jekyll for me… just idyllic! This Georgia barrier island is special, from the moment you cross the Causeway waved in by swaying marsh grass of blue, purple and green. You pay the $8 per car Park Preservation Fee to enter the rather exclusive island – …
Behold this nation’s vast, beautiful, preserved park system, yours to explore! America has designated 63 national parks, from Alaska (home to 6 of the top 7 largest parks, and 8 total) to the Florida Keys and the U.S. Virgin Islands, 30 states plus 2 US territories. In total, there are 423 national park “sites” which also include monuments, seashores, preserves …
Beaufort South Carolina and North Carolina both have their southern charm, scenic waterfront, traditional hospitality and seafood, and tremendous history. Which Beaufort is the best? See our reviwe of where to visit -the Crystal Coast and Low Country.
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Florence…Of all the European cities, Florence Italy is by far our favorite… the most beautiful, fun and friendly to visit. Nowhere do we feel more welcome than Italy – the people are beautiful, the food is legendary, the architecture – inspired, fashion lives up to its reputation, and Florence is the heart and soul with a wealth of sightseeing, art, …
One of the best places to stay we have found in Boston is on the waterfront at the Boston Yacht Haven Inn and Marina. This boutique luxury property on historic Commercial Wharf is in the heart of Boston’s best sights and bites, with a commanding view of Boston Harbor from every spot on its private gated peninsula point. It’s a …
Provincetown, PTown, at the tip of the Cape, Cape Cod Mass, is so much fun, festive and full of interesting vibrant people! See our Top Things to Do in Ptown!
NYC Top Things to See and Do Stroll down 5th Ave… this iconic New York City street is fancy, fabulous, busy, and brimming with high end boutiques, shops… it’s a sight to see. Fifth Ave slices the Big Apple in half West to East from North to South. Start at Central Park, 59th Street. You pass the iconic Fairmont Plaza …
Seattle often needles its way into the Top US Cities. The so-called Emerald City (for its surrounding evergreen trees) is famous for its waterfront, the iconic Space Needle, exotic food, Ferris wheel and ferries, sushi, and sports. Seattle is synonymous with “startups” – Amazon, Eddie Bauer, Boeing, Expedia, Starbucks, and the Seahawks, to name just a few. So what are the best things to …
