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An Insider’s Guide to Kennebunkport, Maine

May 18, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin 5 Comments

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Once known merely as the dreamy backdrop of the Bush family compound, Kennebunkport, Maine is a tiny New England town on the state’s rocky southern coast– the perfect place to have a quintessential New England beach experience. Today, however, Kennebunkport also has a hotel and restaurant scene that makes it a world-class summer travel destination. […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, Maine, nature, Relaxing getaway, restaurants, small town america, Travel Guide

Driving The Road to Hana: 15 Can’t-Miss Experiences + FAQ

April 6, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

The majestic Road to Hana is a beautiful stretch of pristine coast and jungle that traces the island of Maui’s rugged NorthWest shore.  As we wrote in our Insider’s Guide to Maui, the twisting, turning drive is full of stunning waterfalls, enchanting rainbow eucalyptus trees, bright, exotic flowers, and the incredible, enlivening smell of fresh […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: Hawaii, maui, Relaxing getaway

7 Cool Things to Do in Joshua Tree, California (Weekender’s Guide)

April 2, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Joshua Tree, California is a quirky desert community in Southern California that has garnered attention as a relaxing travel destination because of its beautiful desert landscape and quirky, off-grid bohemian vibes.   Specifically, people come here to visit Joshua Tree National Park– a majestic, otherworldly landscape where the Mojave and Sonoran deserts meet. This alluring hybrid […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, California, Relaxing getaway, Travel Guide

The 5 Most Charming Hotels in Charleston, South Carolina

March 29, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin 2 Comments

Charleston, South Carolina is a city that runs on charm. While Air BnB might be the frequent traveler’s accommodation choice of the moment, the experience of staying at a boutique hotel in Charleston is worth the investment. “Southern charm” is best experienced in a social environment. If you want to experience the luxurious old-world hospitality […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, hotels, Relaxing getaway, Travel Guide

Behind-The-Scenes Look at Privé Swiss: Where CEOs & Celebs Get Luxury Mental Health Treatment

March 8, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin 1 Comment

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In a world where entrepreneurs seek out running therapy in Los Angeles and people everywhere are increasingly finding solace in online tele-therapy, immersive care nevertheless remains one of the most intensive and profoundly transformative therapy experiences on the market today. In this landscape where mental health has become an increasingly salient buzzword, Privé Swiss, the […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas, Life Coaching, Travel Well Tagged With: burnout, getting to know yourself, mental health care, Relaxing getaway, therapy

The 7 Best Spas in Paris Right Now

March 2, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Ah, Paris. There’s nothing like a weekend getaway in Europe’s most romantic city– and if you’re in the market for a luxurious spa treatment, there’s perhaps no better place in the world to get one. (Save, perhaps, for Dubai… but that’s a story for another time.)  The best spas in Paris, moreover, are playgrounds of […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: Europe travel, european cities, Paris, Relaxing getaway, spas

The 9 Best Restaurants in Amelia Island, Florida (+ The Best Coffee, Sweets & More!)

March 1, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Amelia Island, Florida has no shortage of great places to eat– as long as you know where to look. As a result, the best restaurants on Amelia Island come in a wide array of contexts, and exploring all the variety is half the fun.  Here, you can find hole-in-the-wall seafood shacks, high-end resort destinations for […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: Relaxing getaway, restaurants, small town america

8 Best Things to Do in Sintra, Portugal

February 10, 2025 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 O’ahu, Hawai’i (25 Cool Things to Do)

January 27, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin 1 Comment

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O’ahu, Hawai’i is a very unique and special island, often described as “Hawai’i’s gathering place” because of how it’s positioned, culturally and otherwise, as the island’s ambassador to the West.  Honolulu, the state capital, is located here, and it’s the most urban region of Hawai’i. Ultimately, its accessible accommodations, navigability, and friendly cosmopolitanism make O’ahu […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, Hawaii, nature, oahu, Relaxing getaway, restaurants, spas, Travel Guide

An Insider’s Guide to Santorini, Greece

January 27, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin 2 Comments

Santorini is a small, crescent-shaped island in the Aegean Sea that’s famous for its charming sun-bleached architecture and dazzling ocean views. Located just off the coast of Greece, it’s one of the dozens of small volcanic islands that dot the archipelago between Greece and Turkey. Today, it’s known for its photogenic pink bougainvillea, reliably sunny […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: europe, Europe travel, european cities, Relaxing getaway, Travel Guide

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