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Our Day Trip to Long Row Lavender Farm

Sometimes you just need a little getaway. Our trip to France in May was canceled due to COVID, and it’s been a long time since this travel-loving gal has set out on an adventure. So when my sisters and I had a free Saturday, we decided to take a day trip to Long Row Lavender Farm in Wright City, MO. And it was the perfect escape I needed. Here’s how you can visit Long Row Lavender and what you can expect from this darling gem in mid-Missouri. How to Get to Long Row Lavender Unless you’re really familiar with...

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The Ultimate Guide to ICE! at Gaylord Texan

You’ve decorated the Christmas tree, made puppy chow and ice skated. As festive as holiday traditions can be, sometimes it’s nice to spice it up with something new. This year I visited a friend in Dallas, and we got tickets to ICE! Featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas at the Gaylord Texan Resort. Sculptors turned more than 2 million pounds of ice into a winter wonderland that’s kept at a brisk 9 degrees. And if you combine all five Gaylord Hotel locations, the amount of ice totals to more than 12 million pounds at these attractions and almost 300 miles...

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How I Turned a Long Boston Layover Into an Adventure

Every traveler knows the purgatory of a layover. You’re not on your way, you have no designated adventures and if it lasts too long, it just feels like a waste of time. Kristin has provided excellent tips on how to take advantage of your layover (tips 7 through 10 are musts for me!), but what if you’re not stuck in the airport? If you still have a few hours before leaving, if your flight is canceled or if you have more than enough time to switch planes, those tips will just scratch the surface of that dead time zone....

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9 Best Coffee Shops in Dallas

You don’t have to be a genius to know that coffee isn’t created equal. And neither are coffee shops. I spent my summer living in Dallas and exploring the best of its coffee scene. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite spots in order of preference. Next time you’re down south, be sure to check out these top 9 Dallas coffee shops: 1 . La La Land Hands down, this Dallas coffee spot took the No. 1 spot in my heart. Not only does it have parking but it’s also in the Lower Greenville neighborhood, which means it’s close...

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41 Things to Do in Dallas, Texas

If I’m being real, I never dreamed of moving to Dallas. I had my heart set on the coast, but as life turns out, my plans usually don’t. This summer I moved to Dallas, and very quickly, I fell in love. The first time I came to Dallas was when I moved here, and now that it’s time to go back to school, I’m leaving a piece of my heart and already craving a trip back here. Three months gave me ample time to explore, and here are my top 30+ things to do. Activities + Things to Do...

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The Ultimate Travel Guide to Oahu, Hawaii

Getting paid to live in Hawaii sounds like a distant dream, but for Caitlyn Swope, it’s the real deal. After hearing about how one of her sorority sisters worked as a counselor at the YMCA Camp Erdman, Caitlyn was hooked. An application, video interview and three recommendations later, she was on a plane to Oahu to be a photographer at this camp in Wailua for the summer. (The show Lost was filmed on these very campgrounds.) The paycheck for taking and editing photos of campers isn’t hefty, but room and board is free — in an air-conditioned hut on...

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Photo Diary: Dallas Farmers Market

Before I moved to Dallas, I did my homework. I researched and read different blogs on all the best things to do in Dallas, which yielded me a long bucket list that I refer to most weekends. It’s easy to move to a new place and get so sucked into the daily routine of life: get up, go to work, eat dinner, work out, go to bed, repeat. But not this summer. For these few months that I’ll be spending in Dallas, I want to soak up every last inch of this bustling city. One thing on my list...

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The Beginner’s Guide to Universal Studios

If you’re going to Orlando, there’s almost a guarantee that you’re headed to Universal Studios, Disney World or both. I’ve been to Disney World several times before and have a Disney guide for you, but I recently visited Universal Studios and have all the tips to share for your next trip there. Here’s my beginner’s guide to Universal Studios. Before You Go Check the weather, but there’s a good chance it will be toasty. It was so hot when my family went, so be sure to pack comfy clothes that are well-suited for warm weather. This isn’t the runway,...

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Photo Diary: Dallas Arboretum

I like to hit the ground running. I’m spending my summer in the deep south, in Texas that is, and although I won’t be traveling across the globe this summer, I’m looking forward to digging in deep and exploring Texas. Today I’m sharing a photo diary from the Dallas Arboretum, one of my first adventures of the summer. Other than the fact that it’s all over Pinterest, I also know two couples who got engaged at the Dallas Arboretum. My mom and I made the drive and explored the many plants that this botanical garden has to offer. For...

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