Florida Snowbirds: Tips for an Extended Stay

The sunshine state is a favorite wintertime home for many northerners. 663 miles of great beaches, palm trees and outdoor activities offers a sanctuary away from shoveling snow. It is also a great place to socially distance in beachside state parks. I grew up in Florida and we have spent some time this winter enjoying fresh seaside air, while working remotely. One silver lining of the COVID-19 pandemic is that more of us have been able to work away from offices. Whether for leisure or “bleisure,” here are some tips for Florida snowbirds planning an extended winter stay in Florida!

Sunrise over the ocean with a pier in the background

Does Solo Travel in Marriage Make You a Bad Spouse?

Last updated on January 23rd, 2025 at 03:34 pmBell and I met as solo travelers, in a hostel in Brugge, Belgium in 2002. We had both just graduated from university. I was traveling from the USA and she was visiting from Australia. Fast forward to 2005, and we got married in a small ceremony in…

selfie of Alex at the Asakusa Temple, with Tokyo Tower in the background

Great Virginia Weekend Getaway Ideas

Virginia Is For Lovers has been the tourism board’s official slogan for over 50 years. The state features an abundance of natural beauty from the Appalachian Mountains to Chesapeake Bay. Charming historic towns like Colonial Williamsburg pre-date the founding of the United States. Here are some great Virginia weekend getaway ideas from Washington, DC and elsewhere! Included are some fantastic bed and breakfasts and historic hotels around Virginia that we have loved staying in.

How to Earn 120,000+ Delta Miles Without Flying!

Last updated on February 3rd, 2025 at 03:51 pmMost of us were grounded for awhile during the height of COVID-19. I had not been on an airplane since I was in Europe in March, 2020 when nationwide lockdowns first started occurring around the world due to the pandemic. We have been on several road trips…

Japanese women dressed in a kimono under a red Torri gate

Great Washington, DC Day Trips

We’re covering destinations within a 100-mile drive each way as potential day trips in this article. There are great destinations in four states surrounding the District that are within that distance – in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. Below are some of the best Washington, DC day trips! Also, check out our previous article on 25 Washington DC Travel Tips to help you plan a visit to the nation’s capital!

Alex & Bell with masks in front of a mural a guy kissing a girl