Let's be honest: a family ski vacation can sometimes feel like you need to win the lottery before you even make it to the mountain. When lift tickets cost a small fortune, you might wonder if it's better to stay home and build a snowman instead. Not so fast! There are plenty of ski destinations where you can hit the slopes without emptying your savings account. Think shorter lift lines, uncrowded runs, charming mountain towns, and maybe even enough money left over for hot chocolate (or...
9 days ago • 3 min read
Halloween in the U.S. has a pretty familiar script: costumes, candy, and a lot of pumpkins. But if your family, friend group, or multigenerational crew happens to be traveling this time of year, it's worth knowing that plenty of other countries have their own take on the season. I’ll be experiencing Día de los Muertos in San Antonio, Texas and I can’t wait to see what it’s all about! Here's a look at how different places around the world mark the end of October, in case you find yourselves...
16 days ago • 3 min read
There's something about October that makes a group text turn into an actual trip. Maybe it's the first cool snap after a brutal summer, maybe it's the itch to get away before holiday chaos, but whatever the reason, fall is prime time for a friends' getaway. Here are some of our favorite cozy fall escapes for a girls' trip, guys' trip, or any group of friends looking to make the most of the season before it slips away. Wine Country Weekends Fall in wine country isn't just about the wine - it's...
23 days ago • 2 min read
Hey friend, Things have been a little crazy here, as I've just returned from my trip to Comté and Annecy, France (don’t miss the highlights on Instagram) and am heading out this week for Haywood, North Carolina for the annual SATW (Society of American Travel Writers) Conference. After this, I have Día de los Muertos in San Antonio, a Florida football weekend, a girls' trip to Fredericksburg, and a holiday vacation to New Zealand (where we will leave another one of Finn’s cremation stones). I...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
This summer I helped my parents book a last-minute Alaska cruise, and I was honestly surprised by how difficult it was to find availability. Between limited cabin choices, sold-out sailing dates, and fewer options for the best itineraries, it was a reminder that Alaska is one destination where booking early really pays off. If you're thinking about going in 2027, now is the perfect time to reserve your cruise. One of the reasons I love recommending Alaska by cruise is that it makes exploring...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Over the past few years, my husband has become mildly (okay, completely) obsessed with multi-day walking trips. It started with the West Highland Way in Scotland, then the Tour du Mont Blanc through France and Switzerland, and most recently The Slate Trail in Wales. Watching him plan (and recover from) each one got me thinking about how well this style of travel fits this audience, whether you're bringing the grandkids, sneaking away with your partner, gathering a group of friends, or...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Lock In Your Holiday Travel Now Quick check in: if I asked you right now where your family is spending Thanksgiving or the December holidays, could you answer? If not, you're running out of time. September is when travel insiders quietly lock in both the where to go and the where to stay, before Halloween decorations go up and the best destinations, rooms, and rates for the season disappear. Below, we've grouped this year's best holiday trips by the kind of holiday season your family is...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hey friends, If you know me, you know fall is my season. There's just something about the shift from summer chaos into crisp mornings, cozy sweaters, and a packed calendar of my favorite seasonal traditions. Unfortunately, here in Dallas, I think we have a little bit longer to wait for cooler temperatures, and they can’t come soon enough. Here's what has me excited this fall, plus a couple of upcoming trips I can't wait to share with you. 🏈 The Things I Can't Get Enough Of College Football -...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Travel Around What Your Group Already Loves If the kids are settled in school, it’s time to start thinking about fun travel for you! Some of the best group trips start with a shared obsession: a love of wine, a standing pickleball game, a weekly yoga class, or a mahjong table that’s been going for ten years. If your group has a hobby that gets everyone excited, a great trip is closer than you think. Below are some of the most popular group travel interests people are loving right now. Food...
2 months ago • 2 min read