February 17, 2026
Planning a quick Rome trip? Here’s exactly how to see the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Trevi Fountain, and 10+ major attractions in just one day (including the Friday evening strategy that changes everything). Time to read: 14 minutes The taxi pulled up to our hotel at the top of the Spanish Steps. “Taking a taxi instead […]
February 11, 2026
Lexington, KY | January 18-20, 2025 We needed a change of scenery this winter. Somewhere new, somewhere the kids could burn energy without us freezing to death outside, and somewhere within a reasonable drive from home. The Marriott Griffin Gate in Lexington checked all three boxes. Check out the video for a full walk-through of […]
February 3, 2026
Real travel essentials nobody talks about Phone charger. Sunglasses. Medication. You’ve seen those packing lists. Everyone knows you need those things. After hundreds of flights and two decades of trips—from 24-hour city breaks to 2-month European summers with twins—here’s what I learned: The most useful items in my carry-on are the ones nobody puts on […]