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Great Virginia Weekend Getaway Ideas

Posted 13th January, 2021
By Alex Kallimanis
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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.

Posted in North America, USA, Virginia. Tagged Charlottesville, couples travel, historic hotels, Shenandoah Valley, Staunton, travel, USA, USA travel, Virginia, wanderlust, weekend, Williamsburg

Tips for Planning a Great Trip to Australia

Posted 18th November, 2020
By Alex Kallimanis
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For many, Australia is a far off destination filled with exotic animals and friendly locals. Recent surveys have shown that Australia ranks first on many Americans’ travel bucket lists. Bell is Australian and we return to the island continent every few years to visit family and explore new destinations. Australia is on the bucket list of many and requires careful planning due to the long distance. Here are some tips for planning a great trip to Australia!

Posted in Australia. Tagged Adelaide, Australasia, Australia, couples travel, hotels, Melbourne, Sports, Sydney, travel, trip planning, wanderlust, wineries

Hampshire County, West Virginia: Mountain Getaway Tips

Posted 24th September, 2020
By Alex&Bell
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Hampshire County, West Virginia is located less than a two-hour drive from Washington, DC. The Allegheny Mountains dot the terrain with wonderful hiking opportunities. And the South Branch Potomac River offers outdoor recreation options in a pristine landscape. You can also enjoy picturesque highlights on the Potomac Eagle Scenic Railway.

Historic Capon Springs Resort, offers a relaxing reprieve, where you also can enjoy a soaking bath at the spa or play golf. With fall on the horizon, the promise of vibrant autumn foliage makes it a great time to visit. Here are some highlights of Hampshire County with tips on planning a visit!

Posted in North America, USA, West Virginia. Tagged Capon Bridge, Capon Springs, couples travel, Hampshire County, Koolwink Motel, Potomac Eagle, Romney, South Branch Inn, travel, USA, USA travel, wanderlust, West Virginia

New Orleans Food You Have to Order When Visiting

Posted 25th May, 2020
By Alex Kallimanis
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New Orleans is an iconic American city, with a culinary scene to rival any competitor. Founded in 1718 by French colonists, New Orleans was previously the capital of French Louisiana before the United States acquired it through the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. New Orleans is famous for its Creole cuisine, unique dialect, distinct music and annual festivals like Mardi Gras.

New Orleans is nicknamed the Big Easy. It is built along the vast Mississippi River, which is the largest river in the country. A favorite pastime in New Orleans is indulging in the city’s wonderful culinary scene. Here are some New Orleans foods you have order, with recommendations on where you should try them!

Posted in Louisiana, North America, USA. Tagged Acme Oyster House, Beignets, Central Grocery, chargrilled oysters, Cochon Butcher, couples travel, Crawfish Étouffée, Food, Louisiana, Muffuletta, New Orleans, Po Boy, Salvatore Lupo, wanderlust

Hotel de la Bretonnerie in Paris Marais

Posted 2nd April, 2020
By Alex&Bell
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Last updated on March 13th, 2024 at 02:55 pmA treasure trove of elegant highlights make Paris one the world’s most romantic cities. The City of Light earns its nickname for its role in the enlightenment as well as being one of the world’s first cities to adorn its grand boulevards with street lamps. The Marais…

Posted in France. Tagged Boutique, couples travel, Hotel, Hotel de la Bretonnerie, Marais, Paris, Restaurants, wanderlust

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