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5-Day Itinerary for First-Time Visitors to San Juan, Puerto Rico

Looking for a Caribbean getaway within the United States? Consider San Juan, Puerto Rico, a U.S. territory located about 1,000 miles southeast of Miami. No passport required (for US Citizens).  It was a great destination for Sam and me, as it had a lot of what we both love when we travel – adventure and

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Planning a Vacation to an All-Inclusive Resort: What You Need To Know

Planning a vacation can be confusing, time-consuming, and exhausting. Consider heading to an all-inclusive resort to alleviate many of the trip-planning burdens. Often located in tropical locations, the resorts include all-you-can-eat food and drinks, pools, activities, and beach access. You might be asking, are all-inclusive resorts worth it?  This post dives into everything you need

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20 Must-Pack Items for Your All-Inclusive Vacation

Booked An All-Inclusive Vacation? Heading to an all-inclusive resort at a beach destination? How exciting! Now that you’ve booked the much-needed vacation, one of the biggest stressors is probably what to pack in your suitcase. I’m always worried I’m going to miss an essential item or not think of something that could’ve made the trip

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View of a oceanfront resort - Courtyard Jekyll Island - with walking path, palm trees, and sandy beach.

Hotel Review: Courtyard Jekyll Island

Courtyard Jekyll Island Overview:  Opened in 2021, the Courtyard Jekyll Island is an excellent, affordable oceanfront property within walking distance from the Beach Village. It’s actually a dual-branded hotel, with the Residence Inn Jekyll Island on one side and Courtyard Jekyll Island on the other. Together, the hotel has 209 well-designed rooms, a spacious lobby

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Complete Guide to Gateway Arch National Park: 10+ Things to Do (2024)

Complete Guide to Gateway Arch National Park Did you know one of the newest National Parks is in the middle of a city, easily accessible and does not require miles of hiking? Gateway Arch National Park, located in St. Louis, Missouri was officially designated as a National Park in 2018. The Gateway Arch, Old Courthouse

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Is New Orleans Worth Visiting? An Honest Opinion

My Honest Review of New Orleans: New Orleans is a very impressive city in a way that’s just not for me. The city has architectural beauty, incredible history, and offers a gorgeous and unique environment. However, I found that to be countered by extremely dirty streets, rude people, and complete craziness. If you’ve never been

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