Take in the spectacular Niagara Falls, visit New York City during the holidays, or explore a fascinating art museum in Boston. Browse ideas in states including Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, and Pennsylvania.
Are you ready for an outdoor adventure mixed with small-town charm? Then make plans to enjoy a scenic train ride & biking adventure in charming Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania. It tops the list when doing a quick internet search for charming places to visit in Pennsylvania, especially when the vibrant colors of the fall season stand…
Have you been to Boston lately? Over the years, I have had the chance to visit this vibrant city on numerous occasions. When the kids were younger, we did all the fun activities like riding the Duck Boats, visiting the New England Aquarium, and following the red bricks on the Freedom Trail. We have eaten…
A trip to New York City during the holidays is a bucket-list item for many people. Seeing the massive tree sparkling in Rockefeller Center, skating in Central Park, catching a show on Broadway, and visiting Macy’s Herald Square top the list for many visitors. Our family finally took a holiday trip, spending two…
Some of my favorite memories of Boston are from time spent in the North End visiting my Italian great aunt and uncle. Their house, built in the 1800s, was steps from the Freedom Trail leading to historic Copp’s Hill Burying Ground and down the street from the Old North Church. I remember every…
Have you heard of the Finger Lakes Region in New York? It’s home to 11 lakes varying in size, with Seneca Lake the largest by volume, Cayuga Lake the longest, and Canadice Lake the smallest. It’s an area I have wanted to explore for a while, and a two-night stay at the Watkins Glen Harbor…
Do you ever need a bit of inspiration to get ready for the holidays? A holiday, weekend getaway with dazzling lights, an outdoor holiday market, and gorgeous plants and flowers in all their seasonal glory might be just the inspiration you need! That’s exactly what we found during a December getaway to Philadelphia and Longwood…
When is the last time you took a road trip? Over the summer I decided that it was finally time to take a road trip to Niagara Falls, a seven and a half hour drive primarily through Pennsylvania and into western New York. The trip was somewhat of a last minute idea with my youngest daughter,…
Is a visit to Niagara Falls on your bucket list?I decided it was time to make the trip when I realized it was just over a 7 hour drive from the DC area. It was the perfect opportunity for a fun, long-weekend mother-daughter road trip with my youngest daughter. Not knowing if my last…
If you have ever taken a trip to New York City, you know it really is a city that never sleeps. Over the last ten years, I’ve been there on numerous occasions, including a family trip, mother/daughter weekends and even as a chaperone on a high school trip. Usually, we have at least one…
(Updated February, 2026) So many things to do – it’s a tough decision to have to make when you visit Philadelphia. I’ve written several posts about Philly, including 24 Hours in Philadelphia, but every time I go, I discover something new to share. Visitors to the city are overwhelmed just trying to cover some…