Weekend getaway near NYC for a girls trip
Live within driving distance to the great state of New York? Interested in a weekend getaway near NYC for your next girls trip? Learn about Rochester.
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01, 2019
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08, 2017
Outdoor adventures to experience in New York’s Enchanted Mountains
Outdoor adventures to experience in New York's Enchanted Mountains are plentiful. The Enchanted Mountains is another name for the Cattaraugus County in Western New York. A county so far west, it also borders Pennsylvania. While staying, as well as eating, at Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino, there's plenty of sites to see, and outdoor adventures [...]
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08, 2017
Best dining options near the Enchanted Mountains of New York
When one visits the Enchanted Mountains, located in the Cattaraugus County of Western New York, you wouldn't think there'd be such amazing dining options in this Western New York County. SURPRISE. There's some top notch dining in the area, and I've found the best dining options close to the Enchanted Mountains!. They're located in Seneca Allegany Resort [...]
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08, 2017
Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino: best hotel value near Allegany State Park
Don't let the word RESORT scare you into thinking the room prices will be out of your budget. Traveling with family? Don't let CASINO convince you it's not for families. Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino truly offers the best hotel value near Allegany State Park. Families definitely need to put this property at the top [...]
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08, 2017
Explore Niagara Falls with the entire family
Explore Niagara Falls with the entire family. Once you've gotten yourself booked at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, there's plenty of activities around Niagara Falls, New York. You might not want to leave the beauty of the Seneca Casinos, but you've got to explore Niagara Falls with the entire family. Explore Niagara Falls with the [...]
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08, 2017
Where to stay with your family in Niagara Falls, New York: Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Wondering where to stay with your family in Niagara Falls, New York? Allow me to introduce to you Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino in Niagara Falls on the New York side of the falls. It's in a spectacular location within walking distance of Niagara Falls! Let's face it, so many forget about the New York [...]
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04, 2017
Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort did not work for our family
Disney Social Media Moms Celebration is an invite only event, but you still have to pay a conference fee. It’s not FREE, but it is discounted. It’s an invitation many of those in my industry would love to receive, but Disney can’t invite everyone. Our family has been lucky enough to be invited three years [...]
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01, 2017
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Ladies weekend in Rochester New York has to include a spa visit
Rochester is filled with history, but it's also filled with fun stuff to do with your gal pals! A ladies weekend in Rochester New York has to include a spa visit, and of course, stops at the famous Wegmans that started it all! Plus, the Rochester Public Market, when the weather is nice. Truthfully, I'd [...]
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12, 2016
All around Rochester exploring the world of play, art and George Eastman
All around Rochester exploring the world of play, art and George Eastman, is one of my favorite experiences since starting my travel writing. Don't get me wrong, San Diego, and New York City, are my favorite cities for obvious reasons. However, Rochester has become a place I never expected to fall so deeply in love with. [...]
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12, 2016
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Eating my way through beautiful Rochester in Western New York
Eating my way through beautiful Rochester in Western New York didn't cover nearly enough food, so I plan on heading back in 2017! I got a tease of a taste, a little amuse bouche, if you will. Next trip up, I'm hitting the BBQ places, but this time definitely wet my whistle for a lot [...]
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12, 2016
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The Strathallan Hotel located in the heart of Rochester’s cultural & historic districts
The Strathallan Rochester is located in the heart of Rochester's cultural and historic districts, and since it's a DoubleTree by Hilton property, you get a warm cookie when you check-in. Sweet! Especially after realizing everything at the hotel closes up rather early on a Thursday night, and I've just landed at Greater Rochester International Airport. JetBlue [...]
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12, 2016
Walking in the footsteps of the legendary Susan B Anthony
Walking in the footsteps of the legendary Susan B. Anthony is one of the most powerful experiences any woman can have. The only thing that could have made my footsteps more powerful? Having my daughter with me, following the same path through history. One day, I'll bring her to take it all in. It's a [...]
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12, 2016
Brilliant with a side of personality: Ward Stare
Brilliant with a side of personality doesn't even cover Ward Stare. His talent is extraordinary, and the fact that he's from my home state of New York, brings a sense of pride. I'd have never known of him, or his talents, if not for my daughter's desire to play Viola for her school's orchestra. Go [...]
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11, 2016
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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego: when you want to live like a rock star
Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego. Yup, just like most cities, San Diego has a variety of neighborhoods, and sections. The Gaslamp Quarter happens to be one of my favorite places to hang out in, when I visit my beloved San Diego. It's got all the best restaurants, and we all know my love of all [...]
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07, 2016
Weekend getaway at Mount Airy Casino Resort
Weekend getaway at Mount Airy Casino Resort is a perfect couples getaway for those who love to gamble, love a good spa, and enjoy amazing food.
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05, 2016
Hersheypark: dedicated to safety, not just fun
Hersheypark is dedicated to safety, not just fun. All staff at not just the parks, but also the hotels, are dedicated to the safety of the guests!
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05, 2016
What’s new at Hersheypark this year?
What's new at Hersheypark this year? They've updated one of the pools at Hershey Lodge, there's new food items on menus throughout the park & restaurants.
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05, 2016
Milton Hershey had a vision
Milton Hershey had a vision beyond just chocolate. He started with caramels, moved to chocolate, and decided to give back in a big way.
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11, 2015
Fall is for camping at #KOAMystic
Who would have ever thought I would actually look forward to camping? Certainly not me. The words Fall is for camping would never have fallen out of my face before having kids, but it's kind of the best time of the year to get your "camp on," I promise! We might make a family tradition of [...]
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11, 2015
What went down at Family Forward 2015
I didn't know what I was in for, but I'm so glad we decided to attend Family Forward at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida.
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10, 2015
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Dining at Universal in Orlando
When I go away on vacation, all I truly think about beyond the rides, is FOOD. Dining at Universal in Orlando has so many options for GREAT food!
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10, 2015
Our #UniversalMoments during Family Forward 2015
Our family definitely got spoiled during our MANY #UniversalMoments while at Family Forward 2015 in Orlando. Learn more about what Universal offers families.
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10, 2015
Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Studios offers perks to guests
Orlando doesn't just have one "family vacation destination." Don't get me wrong, we all know what Orlando, Florida, is known for. If you don't, you might need to fill up on some of my family travel articles. Right now, though, I'm sharing another family destination in Orlando. I'm sure everyone out there is familiar with Universal [...]
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10, 2015
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Disney California Adventure helped 3 moms recharge after the kids went back to school
Moms recharge together in Anaheim, California! Who goes to Anaheim without hitting BOTH Disneyland and Disney California Adventure? Not a trio of moms who kept #MomsDisneyDay going strong after the kids went back to school, that's for sure. After we'd had our Disneyland fun, it was obviously time to head over to Disney California Adventure, [...]
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09, 2015
Back to school for the kids, moms recharges with a day at Disneyland
We all need a little time away from the kids, especially after a long, hot summer! #MomsDisneyDay is the perfect solution after kids go back to school!
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09, 2015
Moms recharge at the Anaheim Marriott after kids go back to school
It's time for moms to recharge after the kids go back to school! How did three moms recharge recently? Sleepover at #AnaheimMarriott #travelbrilliantly
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08, 2015
Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Garden Grocer
When we did Disney Social Media Moms Celebration in 2015, we saved a ton of money and time by ordering drinks, snacks, and breakfast foods from Garden Grocer.
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08, 2015
Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: FastPass and Park Hopper Pass
You're heading to Walt Disney World, and you're wondering what this FastPass and Park Hopper Pass stuff is all about. Let me help!
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08, 2015
Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Disney Memory Maker
I'm always behind the camera, & if I'm not, the photos of me are blurry. Disney makes it easier for me to be IN family photos with Disney Memory Maker. #disneymemorymaker
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08, 2015
Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Epcot
I love food, and when I think about Epcot, that's what comes to mind: FOOD! It didn't let me down during Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Epcot experiences!