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17 Cool Things to Do in Vancouver, Canada

April 2, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Perhaps more than any other region in Canada, British Columbia is known for its rugged, unspoiled nature. Crisp, fresh air, snow-capped mountains, and lush, towering old-growth forests define this sumptuous and increasingly alluring part of the globe. That’s why Vancouver in particular has become synonymous with the great outdoors– but those uninitiated don’t always realize […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: Canadian cities, hiking, nature, restaurants, Travel Guide

Yes, You Can Eat Magnolia Flowers— Try This Easy Magnolia Spice Cake Recipe for Spring

March 31, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Yes, you can eat magnolia flowers— and they’re having a renaissance right now.  Magnolia season arrives in early spring every year, and it is very short– usually lasting only two weeks, so it’s sort of like a shooting star in the realm of seasonal food (like ramps or morels, they are special in that way, […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas, Mood Recipes Tagged With: nature, recipe, small town america

Experience Virginia’s Best Tulip Picking at Burnside Farms (FAQ)

March 27, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Every spring the season of tulip-picking in Northern Virginia seems to go by so quickly that most people don’t even realize they can even go tulip-picking until they see pictures of it popping up online, at which point it’s usually too late to secure any U-pick tickets.  Indeed, tulip season is short but splendid– so […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: nature, northern virginia, small town america, virginia

The 7 Best Hikes in New Hampshire

March 2, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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New Hampshire is a great place to hike with ample access to woods, water, and windswept summits. Below, we spotlight some of the best, most beautiful, most famous, and most accessible hikes in New Hampshire for visitors and Bucket List-oriented locals, alike. Each is special for a different reason, as each hike detailed below reflects […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, exercise, hiking, nature, small town america

Tulip Picking in Rhode Island at Wicked Tulips Flower Farm

February 18, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Wicked Tulips Flower Farm is hands-down the best place to go tulip picking in Rhode Island– and likely all of New England. Every spring, you can pick tulips at this magical flower farm in Exeter, Rhode Island while strolling amongst the bright, cheerful rows of tulips with joyous, carefree abandon. It’s a lovely hidden gem […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: nature, rhode island, small town america, yoga

The 5 Best Places to See a Beautiful Sunset in Maui

February 17, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Of all the Hawaiian Islands, Maui is perhaps the most family-friendly because– much like O’ahu– the island has a little bit of everything. This is particularly true when it comes to sunsets. Because Maui’s sunny South shore has over 6 miles of sandy beaches and only 10 inches of rain per year, it’s an ideal […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, Hawaii, maui, nature

The 8 Best Things to Do in Sintra, Portugal

February 10, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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With its enduringly romantic, secluded charm, Sintra, Portugal is a lush, forested town about 30 minutes outside of Lisbon on the Portuguese Riviera. Defined by indigenous cork trees and ubiquitous craggy mountains, it’s a beautiful natural escape from the city and the perfect day trip from Lisbon, Portugal that has become increasingly trendy in recent […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: europe, Europe travel, european cities, nature, Relaxing getaway, restaurants, spas

An Insider’s Guide to East Hampton

January 30, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin 5 Comments

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Known for their fresh air, peace and quiet, and beautiful beaches, the Hamptons are a constellation of coastal villages along the East End of Long Island. This bespoke travel guide spotlights everything you need to know about the area, as well as what to do and how to get there.  With an abundance of beautiful […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, nature, nyc, Relaxing getaway, spas, Travel Guide

The 9 Coolest Flower + Plant Shops in NYC

January 22, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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New York City, like the rest of the world, has become enamored with plants, flowers, and greenery in general. Whether you’re a houseplant lover or just looking to buy a fresh bouquet, below are the best, coolest shops for buying plants and flowers in NYC– a city that has no shortage of eclectic options.    […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, nature, nyc

The 5 Best Hikes on O’ahu, Hawai’i (Incredible Views You Need To Experience)

January 22, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin 3 Comments

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The island of Oahu has some of the best mid-range hikes in all of Hawai’i. While the best hikes on Oahu aren’t always obvious to outsiders, locals know that apart from Stairway to Heaven– a fabled, dangerous, and technically illegal hike that you should not attempt– social media and the Internet forums are making many […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, exercise, Hawaii, honolulu, nature, oahu, Travel Guide

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