Southeast USA travel

Gatlinburg, Tennessee: The Quaint Mountain Town That Surprises You Every Time Just ten minutes down the road from Pigeon Forge, you can feel the vibe shift. The neon signs thin out, the mountains get closer, and the streets start to narrow. Suddenly you find yourself in Gatlinburg, a genuine mountain town with a completely different […]

The Westin Cozumel: A Travel Advisor’s Honest Review Let me start with the rooftop pool. I need to get that out of the way first because if I bury it at the end, you might stop reading before you get there, and that would be a shame. I will come back to it in detail. […]

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee: Your Complete Family Fun Guide Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is a place that make you understand why families keep coming back year after year. It is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, this town has figured out how to be exciting for every member of the family, from the five-year-old who wants to ride everything […]

Nashville: Music City’s Must-See Highlights Some cities you visit, others stay with you. Nashville is the second kind. From the moment you step onto Broadway and live music spills out of every open door, you understand why people come for a weekend. Music City is loud, warm, generous with its history, and genuinely unlike anywhere else […]

Our Introduction to New Orleans: Food, City Orientation & the Mississippi River Absolutely. A Christmas vacation in Portland, Oregon offers a perfect mix of festive lights, cultural experiences, and cozy winter charm—without the overwhelming crowds of larger cities. From world-class holiday light displays to historic mansions and river parades, Portland delivers a magical yet relaxed […]

Exploring Charleston: History, Hauntings, and Harbor Views Charleston is a city best experienced slowly—layer by layer, story by story. From powerful historic sites to poetic ghost tours and unforgettable sunsets on the harbor, our time here blended education, reflection, beauty, and Southern hospitality in the most meaningful way. Boone Hall Plantation: A Powerful and Necessary […]

Things to do in Charleston, SC Plantation beauty and hidden Charleston🌳🌿 Our first morning in Charleston, we went to Boone Hall Plantation, one of the oldest working plantations in America. The all-access admission ticket allows you to explore its breathtaking oak-lined drive, historic mansion, and moving exhibits that share the stories of the enslaved people […]

Hilton Head, South Carolina I’m always on the lookout for properties that deliver on both comfort and character. I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Sonesta Resort on Hilton Head Island. Tucked among live oaks and steps from the sand, this property offers the perfect mix of resort luxury and coastal relaxation. We […]

Disney World- Animal Kingdom Why Animal Kingdom Was My Favorite Park During my recent Disney trip, Animal Kingdom (AK) quickly became my favorite park. The atmosphere here felt less frantic than Hollywood Studios or Magic Kingdom, despite the crowds. On our last day, I decided to revisit AK alone to truly soak it all in, […]

Disney World -Hollywood Studios We decided to visit Orlando since a family member was in the Disney College Program, making it the perfect excuse for a trip! Although it was the busiest time of year, as a teacher with school-aged kids, it was the only time we could get away for an extended vacation. We […]

Savannah, Georgia A Day Well-Spent in Savannah: Squares, Stories & Southern Charm 🌳🌿 There’s something enchanting about Savannah—a city draped in Spanish moss ( not Spanish nor moss btw) and steeped in history. We spent a day exploring this Southern gem, and I left completely smitten. From wandering through sun-dappled squares to enjoying a memorable […]