Braden and I traded Texas for ten days in England during the holiday season, splitting our time between London and the Cotswolds. It was a trip we'd been looking forward to for quite some time, and we spent our days exploring London's neighborhoods, visiting Christmas markets, and wandering through the picturesque villages of the English countryside.
From where we stayed to
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PARIS, FRANCE: TRAVEL GUIDE
Before we welcome our baby boy into the world, we wanted to sneak away for one last international adventure — a "final hoorah" as a family of two. Paris has always been on our must-see list, especially after countless layovers in Charles de Gaulle and glimpsing the Eiffel Tower from 30,000 feet above.
We spent seven full days in Paris with no real set agenda, letting each
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IRELAND: TRAVEL GUIDE
For as long as I can remember, my mom's dream bucket list destination has been Ireland; so, for her 65th birthday celebration, that's exactly where we went!
Ireland has a magic that’s hard to put into words—a blend of rolling green hills, dramatic coastlines, and warm, welcoming locals. Our trip was as much about the stunning landscapes as it was about soaking up the
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TRAVEL GUIDE: WINTER PARK, CO
My family and I just returned back from a magical 5-day winter wonderland getaway to Winter Park Resort in Winter Park, CO. We honestly couldn't have picked a better time to go, the weather was absolutely perfect and it made for ideal skiing and snowboarding conditions. As someone who had never skied before, I was ready to experience the "fresh powder" and see what all the hype
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THE ULTIMATE NAPA VALLEY TRAVEL GUIDE
Well, hello there! Braden and I recently got back from our two-year wedding anniversary trip to Napa Valley and boy, was it perfect! There's not much more that can make me happier than my sweet husband, great wine, and ideal fall temperatures.
I've rounded up all of our favorite places that hopefully can help you when planning your next trip to Napa. Since there are so many
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