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The 10 Best Restaurants on Martha’s Vineyard (+ Other Lovely Foodie Things to Do There)

July 2, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

Don your Black Dog T-shirt, take a sunset stroll on the beach, lick your melting ice cream, purchase flowers on the side of the road, and indulge in great seafood; Martha’s Vineyard is a quintessential summer destination in New England, and with good reason! Along with Cape Cod, Nantucket, the Hamptons, and Kennebunkport, Maine, Martha’s […]

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

6 Beautiful, Easy Upstate New York Day Trips From NYC

May 9, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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When you live in New York City, rugged nature can seem worlds away, far removed from the hustle of daily life. It’s easy to forget that so many great hikes and cultural institutions also reside just beyond the city limits, easily accessible by train (or, if you’re feeling fancy, a rental car). Below, we spotlight […]

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An Inside Look at Bota Bota, Montreal’s Gorgeous Floating Spa

March 30, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Bota Bota, spa-sur-l’eau, is a beautiful floating spa in Montreal, Quebec that is easily one of Canada’s coolest spas. This floating sauna, bathhouse, spa, and restaurant on the Saint Lawrence River is located inside of a renovated ferryboat docked in Montreal’s Old Port (Vieux-Port de Montréal). Since 2010, it’s been a serene Montreal bucket list […]

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The 5 Most Charming Hotels in Charleston, South Carolina

March 29, 2026 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 […]

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The 7 Best Spas in Paris Right Now

March 12, 2026 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 […]

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An Insider’s Guide to Kennebunkport, Maine

March 10, 2026 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

9 Beautiful Places to Stay in Kennebunkport, Maine

March 5, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

If you’re looking for a gorgeous place to stay in Kennebunkport, Maine, then look no further. This insider’s guide to the best places to stay in Kennebunkport– whether you’re looking for a resort hotel, glamourous camping, or a cute little BnB– has something for everyone seeking a unique stay in one of America’s most enduringly […]

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An Insider’s Guide to Santorini, Greece

February 27, 2026 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 […]

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

February 23, 2026 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 […]

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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 […]

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