An honest review of Unscripted Durham, a boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Durham, North Carolina.
Checking In: A Review of Unscripted Durham
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Checking In: A Cozy Log Cabin in the Heart of Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Sharing an honest review of the log cabin at the Azalea Garden Inn in Blowing Rock, North Carolina As I hit publish on this post, it’s 93°F in my home city of Charlotte, North Carolina. But in Blowing Rock, just two hours away? It’s a perfect 72°F. The mountains call me frequently in the fall, …
Checking In: A Review of Kimpton Aertson Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee
Sharing an honest review of Kimpton Aertson – a boutique hotel in Nashville, Tennessee If I’ve learned anything from nearly a decade of extensive weekend travel, it’s that where we stay matters. Not just from a safety and comfort standpoint (though those are obviously immensely important!), but from an experiential one, too. When we treat …
The Ultimate Weekend Travel Guide to Greensboro, North Carolina
Sharing a weekend getaway guide to Greensboro, North Carolina, with all the best things to see, do, and eat! I didn’t mean to take quite so long to visit Greensboro. But when you’re exploring the region one weekend at a time, well, your travels can feel like they move at a glacial pace. But one …
Savoring the Season: Your Guide to the Perfect Summer Getaway in Summers County, West Virginia
Sharing my essential weekend guide to Summers County, West Virginia West Virginia just might be the country’s best-kept secret, and I’m all too happy to spread the word. With the exception of a quick jaunt into the northern panhandle, and a chill mountain house rental a few years ago, I’ve spent shamefully little time in …
The Complete Weekend Travel Guide to Rochester, New York
Something I found fascinating when telling friends and family we were heading to Rochester for the weekend was that everyone had a different immediate response: “Eastman Kodak!” “Wineries!” “Garbage Plates!” “Susan B. Anthony!” “Video Games!” It will never get old to me that people’s first reaction to simply hearing the name of a destination is …
8 Essential Restaurants in Rochester, New York
Look, I love an iconic meal as much as anyone else – bagels in NYC, pasta in Italy, tacos in Austin, stroopwafels in Amsterdam, far too much fish in Denmark, barbecue in Memphis… Those meals are popular for a reason and they wind up being a large part of the visitor experience. I’m happy to …
From Scrabble to Suffrage: Four Rochester Museums You Just Can’t Miss
Welcome to Rochester, New York: a city steeped in culture and history. There’s no better way to discover the elements that have shaped the city’s identity than by exploring its captivating museums. From the world’s oldest photography museum to the largest collection of play artifacts, Rochester offers an eclectic array of experiences for visitors of …
What’s New at Carowinds for 2023
Carowinds, a thrilling amusement park situated on the border of North and South Carolina, is celebrating 50 years of fun in 2023. In addition to the park’s usual heart-pounding roller coasters, family-friendly attractions, and a splashing-good water park, Carowinds is upping the ante this year with a flurry of new park additions and a calendar …
Culturally Relevant: The Essential Weekend Travel Guide to Cleveland, Ohio
Sharing a weekend getaway guide to Cleveland’s best cultural attractions, new and innovative restaurants, and chic boutiques – with a side of rock ‘n’ roll, of course.