Amelia Island, Florida is one of the most wonderful places to spend the holiday season, especially during the annual Dickens on Centre festivities. Held annually over a weekend in December, the downtown area of Fernandina Beach is transformed into a Victorian-era village, inspired by the classic Charles Dickens tale A Christmas Carol. It's is the island’s biggest holiday … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Dickens on Centre
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Where to Go Apple Picking in North Carolina
As soon as the fall leaves start to hit the ground, the apples are ready to be picked. The crisp temperatures of North Carolina make it a great place to find the fruit in different varieties, including over 40 styles. The most common, however, are Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, Rome Beauty, and Stayman. Like parts of Georgia and Virginia, Western North Carolina is the main … [Read more...] about Where to Go Apple Picking in North Carolina
Family Friendly Guide to New Orleans
While New Orleans has a reputation for debauchery, especially when it comes to Mardi Gras, that's far from the entire picture. It's a great place to learn about history as one of America's oldest cities. The culinary and music scenes are also unmatched. Visit during the spring and fall for the best weather. There are hundreds of incredible hotels, each with something … [Read more...] about Family Friendly Guide to New Orleans
A First Timer’s Guide to Walt Disney World Transportation
Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida may just be the largest theme park in terms of acreage. It's made up of four parks, two water parks, and dozens of hotels. Disney has its own transportation system, made up of buses, the Monorail, boats, and a cable car. But despite plentiful options, it's not set up in a way that makes it easy to get from one resort area to another. … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Walt Disney World Transportation
Southern Stays: Disney’s Contemporary Resort
The Contemporary Resort opened in 1971 as one of the original Disney hotels, alongside the Polynesian Resort and Fort Wilderness. It's set on the lagoon next to the Magic Kingdom. The AAA Four-Diamond Award hotel was designed by midcentury modern architect Donald Wexler, whose work is found in Palm Springs. It was even the site of a 1973 press conference with President … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Disney’s Contemporary Resort
