Romantic Vacations

My husband has been traveling for work the last three weeks and will be gone for one more. So, writing about romantic vacations in Santa Fe this weekend felt like a cruel joke. But, even while feeling sorry for myself, I couldn’t help getting excited about this post! I think that Santa Fe…

Romance starts with the hotel.  We first discovered Madrona Manor on a bike ride through the valley and I always thought it would make a great place to celebrate an anniversary or promote romance. It offers perfectly landscaped grounds, colorful flower border along manicured lawns, beautifully…

I want to tell you a secret. Something known only to some very intrepid souls and the locals. Want to know the best time to visit Martha’s Vineyard? No, not during the summer, though that is an ideal time. No, the best time to visit The Vineyard is now. In the winter. Trust me. My wife and I…

Valentine’s Day is on a Saturday this year (February 14th for those of you living under an anti-Hallmark rock).  I believe that is a sign that the most perfect Valentine’s Day gift must be a romantic weekend away. And where better to get away in February than the Sunshine State of…

The Manor at Glen Laurel Inn There are times when a weekend getaway is in order. You just need a bit of pampering, a respite from the hectic daily grind, an escape from reality. An escape from the kids! The Glen Laurel Inn in Rockbridge, Ohio offers the penultimate romantic weekend getaway. …

St. Thomas Harbor from Paradise Point High above the town of Charlotte Amalie in St. Thomas. The St. Thomas Skyride takes you 700ft. up for a stunning view of St. Thomas Harbor, a must-see destination of many cruise lines.

With its upscale restaurants, landmark buildings, beautiful bridges and breathtaking views, San Francisco always tops the lists of favorite US cities and tourist destinations.  Many people come to visit during the summer months and get disappointed by the cold fog and damp weather. However you…

This time of year can shake a soul right to its very foundation. Sure, it’s festive and merry and sometimes our bellies, in fact, shake like a bowl full of jelly. But boy-howdy, when January 2nd rolls around, listen with the right kind of ears and you can hear a chorus of relaxing…

We talk a lot about family vacations on this blog.  We give you tips for traveling with kids and point out things for families to do and see. But what about traveling without your kids? For couples with children, a getaway as adults and not as parents can be rare.  And the longer you’ve been…

My husband and I spent a wonderful, leisurely afternoon yesterday at the Desert Botanical Gardens in Phoenix, Arizona. Despite the 90 degree heat, we managed to stay comfortable among the shady lanes, blessed with a lovely breeze and a cool glass of lemonade. We were happy to discover that our…

Sanibel Island is a great place for a unique beach vacation in southwest Florida. Getting to Sanibel Island Sanibel Island is about a three hour drive south of Tampa.  It’s only 45 minutes away from Southwest Florida International Airport, which is accessible by non-stop flights fom major…

Haven’t we all read the Peanuts books or watched the television specials that showed Snoopy fearlessly flying across the fields into enemy territory? I for one recall sitting in my bunk bed when my grandmother would babysit, and pretend I was Snoopy chasing the Red Baron across France.…

A delicate kiss at Delicate Arch, Utah

From guest blogger Marsha Takeda-Morrison of Sweatpantsmom Okay, so maybe Los Angeles doesn’t come to mind when you’re thinking of planning a romantic getaway. Freeways, smog, Paris Hilton – I admit none of these inspire an enchanting escape with that special someone. But take a look at…

Do you know that you can have great romantic vacations or hold heavenly Caribbean weddings in Jamaica? I have heard of couples enjoying romantic vacations and having Caribbean weddings in Jamaica before but I never really knew why they went there in the first place. Not until I stumbled upon…