I checked into the Fairmont Banff Springs on a Friday afternoon and upon pulling up to its grand entrance immediately understood why it’s nicknamed "The Castle of the Rockies". Surrounded by majestic mountains and just a short walk from the resort town of Banff, the hotel sits high at 4,600 feet and is more castle than hotel with a stone facade and…
Read MoreIf you follow me on Instagram, you know that I just announced I'm 21 weeks pregnant with our first child, a baby girl due in November! Shortly before we found out the happy news, we spent a long weekend in Miami and I've been anxious to share the details of our stay ever since we returned…
Read MoreIf you follow me on Instagram, you know I recently spent some quality time in my home state of Montana. It had been four years since I had been home during the winter months, so I gladly welcomed the…
Read MoreThe second half of our week spent in Italy in late September was enjoyed in the country's northern lakes region on the banks of Lake Como. The lake is home to plenty of storied hotels, but one that continues to be a favorite among jet setters is the luxurious Grand Hotel Tremezzo, which we chose…
Read MoreThere are few things more timeless than vacationing on the shores of the Mediterranean. The thought of it immediately conjures up images of Jackie Kennedy and Grace Kelly looking fabulous while boating along the region's iconic coastline. This is the experience I've dreamed of for years, so when our travels took us to Italy's Amalfi Coast last month, I knew we had to make the most of our time! For me, the foundation of any great trip means choosing the perfect hotel, and we couldn't have been more pleased with..
Read MoreIf you're like me, West Virginia doesn't initially come to mind when thinking of must-visit travel destinations. However, thanks to one gorgeous resort nestled in the mountains of this southern state, it should be! Here's why... At the end of August, my mom and I took a quick girls' trip to The Greenbrier…
Read MoreIf you don’t know this about me, I love a great hotel and am constantly searching for new ones across the globe to add to my must-visit list! Earlier this year I discovered Ocean House, a Relais and Chateaux property in Rhode Island, online and instantly fell in love. So, when May rolled around and Greg and I were contemplating where to spend Memorial Day weekend, I immediately suggested Ocean House and…
Read MoreEvery once in a while you visit a resort or location that's so magical and unforgettable you know it's a destination you'll make a point to return to one day. For me, Sugar Beach Resort on the beautiful island of St. Lucia is one of those places. This past November Greg and I celebrated our one year wedding anniversary, and leading up to the milestone we knew we wanted to do something special. With Thanksgiving just a few days later and plans to spend the holiday in Barbados, we decided to head to…
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