I have a feeling there are many ladies out there making their Christmas lists because I’ve had several people email me this week asking for recommendations for spa resorts in New England. If you know me, you know there’s almost NOTHING I like better than a relaxing spa treatment, and especially when it is at a fabulous resort. The following are 10 spa resorts I’ve been dying to try in New England. Santa, if you’re reading this, they are all on my list and I haven’t been naughty!
While in Santorini, we had one night to slip away for some time alone. Although Mykonos was my first choice, the distance from our island would eat away at our time so we decided to go to the small island of Ios. My only apprehension was that Ios is known as the party island of the Greek Isles and hundreds of 20-year-olds flock to the island to party the night away. Being that we were celebrating my 40th, it was the opposite of what I was looking for. I was happy to find that these partiers spend the entire day sleeping off their hangovers and the island would be all ours!
Read about our night away HERE.
Whenever my family returns from vacation, I like to surround us with memories we’ve made on our trip. Souvenirs are great, but I’m not going to put salt and pepper shakers of the Eiffel Tower on my kitchen table. So instead of displaying your “My mom went to Italy and all I got was this lousy t-shirt” souvenir, take a look at these creative ways to display memories from your travels.
The Port Inn, Portsmouth, NH
Portsmouth, New Hampshire is one of my favorite coastal towns in New England. The town is dear to my heart because we had our wedding reception in town and since then have created many family memories here. Portsmouth is only an hour north of Boston and just over the bridge from Maine.
When looking for a hotel in Portsmouth, location is key. The Port Inn is centrally located and has amazing accommodations for the entire family. Please click below to read all about our stay at the Port Inn.
The seacoast town of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, is a must-see destination in New England. Historic buildings, quaint shops, and charming galleries are around every corner. With over 100 locally owned businesses, it is the perfect town to enjoy a stroll during any season. Portsmouth is only an hour north of Boston and just over the bridge from Maine. Every night of the week you can find live music and there are several theaters in town.
However, many people come to Portsmouth for one main reason…the food! This port town has become a culinary destination for people searching for trendy dishes and creative cocktails. With so many places to choose from, your only dilemma will be deciding which to try first. Restaurant Week has become an experience every foodie awaits, and 2016 will not disappoint.
When I dreamed of traveling to Santorini, Greece, I knew I wanted to wake up in Oia, look out my window, and see the traditional postcard view of white cave houses blanketing the hillside. We decided to live in a traditional cave house to feel immersed into the community during our week-long stay.
We arrived at midnight, but the walk through town to our home for the week woke us right up. After seeing our view, we decided to skip the bars and instead grab a beer and sit on our veranda to enjoy our first glimpse of Santorini. I had been dreaming of that moment for years.
The next morning, I opened the door to our room and my jaw dropped when I saw what was in front of me.
Click here to read all about it…
Since I’m not lucky enough to have my own personal assistant, I rely on certain apps to help me out while I’m traveling. Some get me where I need to go and others make it more fun while I’m there. The following are my top 10 apps I use while traveling:
Since so much goes into planning a trip, it is wonderful to get some help. Luckily, help is right at your fingertips. The following are the top 10 apps that I use when I am planning a trip.
