Have you read Part 1 of this road trip? Click here to check it out. The second half of our trip was a scenic drive along the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, Alabama and Florida. Our anchor point for the next few days was the Margaritaville Beach Hotel in Pensacola. Before reaching this piece of Parrothead […]
Universal’s Endless Summer Resort: All-New Value Category Comes to Universal Orlando Resort
I love a luxury hotel as much as the next person. But I also love saving money (unfortunately, those two concepts don’t always go together). When I travel, I typically go for a budget hotel so that I can splurge more on experiences and dining (oh, and shopping). As much as I would love to […]
Rosewood Tucker’s Point charters Mariner III luxury yacht for guest viewing of 35th America’s Cup
Yachties, water sports enthusiasts and fans of island life in general have their attention tuned to Bermuda. The 35th America’s Cup sailing event takes place for an exciting five weeks beginning May 26, 2017. Hotels, yacht charters and attractions around the island are rolling out offers and packages for this prestigious event. The luxurious Rosewood […]
MGM National Harbor: Top Talent Coming to Theater at MGM National
The Capital Region’s newest destination resort, the MGM National Harbor, opens in just over a month, yet it has already gathered an exciting schedule of top talent. Over the coming months, artists from pop, rock and blues to comedy and R&B will grace the stage at the state-of-the-art Theater at MGM National Harbor. Taking the […]
MGM National Harbor: Complete list of restaurants and dining options
The Capital Region’s newest resort destination, MGM National Harbor, has announced an impressive list of dining options that include celebrity chef restaurants, a European-style pastry shop, sports bar and casual food marketplace. MGM National Harbor, located on the Potomac River, is scheduled to open December 8, 2016. MGM National Harbor’s Executive Chef Jason Johnston played […]
MGM National Harbor: Celebrity chefs bring new dining concepts to the Capital Region
A little bit of Vegas (okay, a big bit) is setting up residence in the Mid-Atlantic region. The glitz and glamour of MGM will soon be open at National Harbor, Maryland, just outside of Washington, D.C. The MGM National Harbor is scheduled to open in late 2016 and will feature luxury amenities, a casino and […]
ICE! at Gaylord Hotels: 2016 Events and Themes
While we’re all watching the heat of Rio de Janeiro and the Summer Olympics, the folks at Gaylord Hotels have ice on the brain. Three million pounds of it to be exact. Gaylord Hotels recently announced themes for Christmas and ICE! 2016, and it’s shaping up to be bigger and better than ever. If you’re […]
Universal Orlando Planning Volcano Bay Water Park
Speculation has been brewing for quite a while, and Universal Orlando has just put the rumors to rest. The resort is indeed planning its third completely new theme park. Joining Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure will be the Volcano Bay water park. At this time, there aren’t a whole lot of details […]
Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld Hotel: 48-Hour Sale
The Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld® is having a 48-hour sale February 10-11, 2015 that offers up to 35 percent off of regular prices. This special offer is good on stays through May 31, 2015 and is the perfect answer to lodging for business trips, romantic getaways, spring break or family vacations. Deluxe accommodations start at […]
Winter and Spring 2015 ‘Instant Savings’ Offer for Travel to Nassau, Paradise Island, Bahamas
Who wouldn’t want to spend the new year with their toes in warm sand and a view of crystal clear Caribbean water? Nassau, Paradise Island, Bahamas is making it this an affordable and feasible option for winter and spring 2015 travel dates. Known for its super soft, white sand beaches and sparkling turquoise water, Nassau, […]
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Caribbean Island Travel Deals
I am not one of those people that will be rushing out at 2:00 a.m. to snag all of the great Black Friday deals. Nope, I’m more of a lay-in-bed-until-10-and-then-drink-hot-chocolate kind of person. You won’t find me in a store on Black Friday. And if you do, call the police because I’ve probably been kidnapped. […]