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An Insider’s Guide to Kennebunkport, Maine

June 24, 2023 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

An Insider’s Guide to Santorini, Greece

June 17, 2023 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

The 7 Best Restaurants in Maui For Unique, Sensational Meals

June 5, 2023 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

For all of its beauty and name recognition, Maui is also Hawaii’s most dynamic island. This is particularly true when it comes to Maui’s incredible restaurant scene. So many local destinations are so different from one another that disparate parts of the island might as well be located on another planet. Upcountry feels miles away […]

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An Insider’s Guide to Seattle, Washington (18 Coolest Things to Do)

May 13, 2023 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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This bespoke guide to Seattle, Washington features a mix of quintessential must-sees and decidedly charming, little-known delights.  Whether you’re a first-timer to the Pacific Northwest or merely someone looking to get an insider’s experience in Seattle, the landmarks, restaurants, shopping, and adventures detailed in this guide capture the dynamism and self-sufficiency that has come to […]

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The 5 Most Charming Hotels in Charleston, South Carolina

April 29, 2023 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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15 Cool Bucket List Things to Do in Northern Virginia

April 12, 2023 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Northern Virginia is something of an enigma to people from outside the state. Those who don’t understand what “NoVa” means have a hard time understanding why super cultured, super liberal, beautifully landscaped Northern Virginia– aka “NoVa”– is so different from the rest of Virginia, which is much more rustic, agrarian, and rural by comparison.  This […]

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17 Awesome Things to Do in Asheville, North Carolina (A Charming Visitors Guide)

April 10, 2023 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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The enduringly charming mountain town of Asheville, North Carolina is quickly emerging as one of the East Coast’s most loveable cities. Nestled up in the NC smoky mountains in the middle of Western North Carolina, it’s a small city known for its quirk, its food, its hopping brewery and coffee shop scene, and above all: […]

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An Insider’s Guide to Baltimore, Maryland (15 Cool Things to Do)

April 9, 2023 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

This insider Baltimore travel guide features not only a personally curated list of the best things to do in Baltimore, but also insider insights as to how to have a truly charming local experience. From exploring the city’s parks, entertainment, and historic spaces to wandering farmers’ markets and dining at Woodberry Kitchen, Baltimore is a […]

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An Insider’s Guide to Santa Fe, New Mexico (17 Awesome Things to Do)

April 5, 2023 by Molly Beauchemin 2 Comments

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Santa Fe, New Mexico is a majestic and quirky city in the so-called “Land of Enchantment” that is famous for, among other things, its rugged desert beauty, the area’s robust artistic legacy, stellar intersectional culture, and lovely, multiethnic, Southwestern-style food.   The landscape of this unique region of the United States famously inspired the work of […]

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The 11 Best Coffee Shops in Honolulu

April 1, 2023 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Here’s the deal: Hawai’i is famous for its Kona coffee, which comes from the region of Kona, on the East side of the Big Island of Hawai’i. While that might be a short plane ride from O’ahu, the city of Honolulu has nevertheless perfected the art and finesse of a good cup of coffee. Today, […]

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