Don’t Visit Universal Orlando Resort at Christmas
I’ve read the travel advice. Heck, I’ve written the travel advice: “Avoid Orlando theme parks over Christmas vacation.” Wildly popular parks like Universal Studios and…
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My family and I are sailing on the Carnival Breeze this spring. When I’ve mentioned our pending cruise vacation to local friends, I’ve gotten some…
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4 Reasons to Book a Romantic Getaway at The Reefs, a Boutique Resort in Bermuda
I spent a lovely three nights at The Reefs Hotel & Club in Bermuda with one of my very best girlfriends last month. While we…