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  • Maldives Vs. French Polynesia: Comparing the two most LUXURIOUS places on earth!

    The burning question of MALDIVES vs. FRENCH POLYNESIA!!! Dun, dun dun.. It was always my DREAM to visit either of these places. Seriously, I remember being younger and printing out photos of French Polynesia or Maldives and wondering how I would be able to go to a place like that one day.

  • The Ultimate Weekend Getaway in Quebec City!

    If there was one positive of COVID this past year and a half, it is that we have gotten the chance to explore more of our own backyard. Quebec City has been on our radar for a while now but we never had the chance to make it there! With domestic travel being SO much…

  • MOTHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE

    Looking for the perfect gift for your mama, friend or wanting a hint to give to your husband? Check out these beautiful items- some price friendly and some a little splurge worthy!

  • Unique Hotels in Costa Rica: Hotel Punta Islita

    Hotel Punta Islita, part of the Autograph Collection from the Marriott group, is in simple terms: a little slice of heaven. Located high up a coastal mountain, it is the perfect combination of nature and luxury.

  • Booking a trip to Costa Rica with The Travelogist

    Last Updated on January 11, 2026 by Lynne I am excited to share my experience about booking a trip with The Travelogist. Being in the travel blogging space, I never thought I would use a travel agent or service to help plan a trip. I am good at researching and if you add in my…

  • GEMMA’S NURSERY REVEAL

    When thinking about Gemma’s nursery style, I knew I wanted to start off the vibe with selecting a wallpaper and building on the pattern we chose. Wallpaper is a touchy subject in our house because if it was up to Aaron he would avoid it at all costs. When we were going through renovations, I…

  • 10 Amazing things to do in Tempe, Arizona with Kids!

    My mom and I wanted to plan a girls getaway where we could bring along my daughter Chloe as well! On our list of must have’s when choosing the destination: Hot temperatures, good food and restaurant scene, poolside lounging and overall culture!

  • GEMMA’S BIRTH STORY

    My birth story with Gemma was much different than my birth story with Chloe which you can read HERE . With Chloe I was over due, induced and the labour was longggg. With Gemma, I had spontaneous labour and it was QUICK! 

  • WHAT I PACKED: HOSPITAL BAG

    Last Updated on January 5, 2026 by Marisa Today I’m sharing a list of things I’ve packed in my hospital bag for labor. Having gone through this before, I feel like I know what is actually important to bring and what I can leave behind! Last time I overpacked…big time! I brought way too many…

  • The White Oaks Resort and Spa: Niagara on the Lake Hotel

    2020/2021: The year of staycations! The year of realizing that there are so many amazing spots to hit up that are super close to home! White Oaks was definitely this place for me. Driving to Buffalo for shopping trips ( Hi, Target!) or to leave from the Buffalo Airport, always had me passing by this…

  • 72 Hours In The Energetic Town of Tempe, Arizona

    My mom and I wanted to plan a girls getaway where we could bring along my daughter Chloe as well! On our list of must have’s when choosing the destination: Hot temperatures, good food and restaurant scene, poolside lounging and overall culture!

  • The Amara Resort & Spa: The Best Place to Stay in Sedona

    Last Updated on January 11, 2026 by Lynne While the red rocks of Sedona are large and in abundance, the resort and hotel options in Sedona are a little more scarce. There are a ton of mid range options and Air Bnb’s but there are not many hotels or resorts that check all the boxes…