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05/27/2026

This is your sign to take that PTO. Yes, you don’t have to travel to enjoy it either. Here are some fun things to do around the Garden State to utilize your PTO this June. 💜

(Yes, I know the Lambertville photo was taken during winter lol.)

What else would you add to this list?

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05/20/2026

It’s almost Memorial Day Weekend and I have all the excited feels!

Here is a continuation of someone of my favorite moments and things to do in and around Lavallette, New Jersey during the summer months!

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05/15/2026

Who else is dreaming of a Jersey Shore summer? 🐚

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I grew up going going to Lavallette every summer weekend since I’ve been born. My grandparents bought a little bungalow nestled two blocks from the beach for a super cheap price in 1980 (when my mom turned 16). It’s wild to see how this quaint Jersey Shore beach town has evolved over the years. I may be biased, but I truly think Lavallette is special and the perfect place to vacation in the summer. Many memories were made here ice cream at Salty’s, competitive mini golf games, hours spent in the ocean, painting shells in my grandpa’s garage, shopping with my grandmother, weekends with my cousins and friends, ah I can go on and on.

A bonus is that Lavallette is also close enough as a day trip from NYC! Just take NJ Transit to Bay Head and hop in a short uber ride to this lovely seashore town. 🩵

Have you been to Lavallette, New Jersey?

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05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mamas out there! 🩷

You all have seen my mom in my content, so I figured I’d put together a fun North America mother-daughter travel bucket list for you all! ✈️

Thinking of all those who have lost their mom, those who have lost children, those yearning to be mothers, those with strained mother relationships, those who have chosen not to be mothers, and those with strained child relationships. Remember to always be kind because you never know what someone is going through and a gentle reminder that this is everyone’s first time doing life too. 🥰

05/07/2026

Why is nobody talking about how you can take a short flight from NYC to the Azores in Portugal? While everyone goes to Hawaii, you can get a similar experience right in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean!

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Last year, I had he opportunity to visit São Miguel in the Azores and I was blown away by its natural beauty! From crater lakes to thermal pools and black sand beaches to a lush rainforest, I’m still not over it!

Have you been to the Azores? If not, you need to add it to your Euro summer bucket list!


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05/05/2026

I recently visited Wilmington, Delaware on a weekend trip and believe I found my new favorite spring destination. Discover all the best things to do in Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley.

Spring is a great time for a weekend getaway. From flower fields to renowned dining, discover what to do in Wilmington, Delaware, in 3 days.

05/04/2026

There is no place like spring in !

Here is everything you need to add to your Wilmington, Delaware and Brandywine Valley spring bucket list:
- Stay at , a 24-room Michelin-awarded hotel. 
- Visit one of Delaware’s hidden treasures, . Stroll the woodland paths that feature blooming native plants and check out the formal gardens of a du Pont mansion. I visited during their annual Wildflower Weekend, where there was live music and food trucks. 
- See adorable animals from lemurs to red pandas at the  . 
- Wake up to an elegant morning brunch at in the iconic  . 
- Tour the , which features an extensive collection of paintings by three generations of the Wyeth family. 
- Enjoy the best crafted cocktails at Simmer Down in The Quoin Hotel. 
- Go wine tasting at  in the Brandywine Valley.
- Experience the incredible chef’s tasting menu at  .
- Savor delicious French food in a garden-inspired atmosphere at . 
- Have a tasty lunch at  .  

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Have you been to Wilmington, Delaware yet? 

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05/01/2026

I discovered my new favorite spring destination that makes for a perfect weekend getaway from NYC. Welcome to !

Here is what you must do during a weekend escape to Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley of Northern Delaware and Southeastern Pennsylvania:
- Stay at the stunning , a boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Wilmington.
- Stroll through the charming downtown area. Stop into , and .
- Admire the colorful blooms at Wildflower Weekend at .
- Say hi to the adorable animals at the . Don’t forget to also check out the Jasper Crane Rose Garden in
!
- Enjoy the best restaurants in Wilmington. Experience the innovative 8-course chef’s tasting menu at ; savor French comfort cuisine at ; have an elegant brunch at , and eat tasty pub fare at .
- Nightcap at Simmer Down, a stylish speakeasy-style cocktail lounge in The Quoin Hotel.
- Attend a seasonal, local event like annual Celebrity Chef Brunch.
- Visit the scenic Brandywine Valley. Walk through the and go wine tasting at in Chadds Ford. During my visit, the winery had a fun America 250 Kickoff celebration.

This is your sign to visit Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley this spring! 🌷

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