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items Fantastic places we have visited all over the world.
Quebec is a perfect winter destination if you like snow.....I mean love snow and cold. It was -16 the last time we visited. Perfect time to go is February during their winter festival.
Québec City Tourism Official Website
This hotel is a absolute must stay. It is amazing and so beautiful. It is center to most everything you would want to do overlooking the St Lawrence River. Downtown looks like Christmas the entire winter. Just amazing.
Luxury Hotel in Québec City | Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
The Four Seasons Bora Bora is above and beyond any expectations. The over the water bungalows are very private and beautiful. They have glass windows in the floor so that you can view the water and wildlife. Some have personal pools but if you want ...
Bora Bora Luxury Resort | Five-Star
We stay at the Bellagio when we go to Vegas. Make sure you get a room with fountain views. You set your TV on the hotel channel and you can hear the music along with a breath taking view. The rooms are beautiful and the hotel is in the middle of most...
Bellagio
One of the most amazing shows you can see. The acrobatics verses the swimming is spectacular. Absolutely my favorite show ever.
"O" by Cirque du Soleil
Super pumped city. Recommend going when the Christmas decorations are out. It is cold but that makes it even better. Make sure to see the Statue of liberty, World Trade Center, and Wicked the board way show.
Times Square
Very nice hotel at a more affordable rate. Centrally located in Times Square. Close to everything or within walking distance.
New Hotel in Times Square | SpringHill Suites NYC
We had our wedding in front of the Eiffel Tower near The Wall of Peace. The most romantic and beautiful city ever. The city is a walking city so wear hood shoes.
Paris, France: All You Must Know Before You Go (2025)
Beautiful place to see. It is centralized and easy to visit.
Arc de Triomphe
As a much visited tourist attraction you have to go see tgis museum as it is magnificent and pictures can't do it justice.
Louvre Museum
Absolutely beautiful and breath-taking must see site.
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
We got engaged in London so it is one of my favorite vacations.
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in London (2025) - Must-See Attractions
This hotel is modern and centrally located. If you are lucky get a room facing Big Ben it is amazing at night. Also if you are a 28 days later movie fan....you can see the hospital on the left of the bridge that the movie was filmed in. This hotel ti...
Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
The Eye is a must do in London. The views are magnificent during the day and night.
The London Eye
Love this bridge and it is a must see when in London.
London Bridge
I am a huge English royalty fan. Westminster Abbey checks all the boxes. Knowing that Kate and William took their vows right where you are standing is unreal to me. All of the history and royalty that is buried in the floor. Completely breathtaking.
Westminster Abbey
You have to go just to say you went. Truly amazing place with so much history. In the bottom there is a memorial for Diana and Dodi Fayed featuring the ring he gave her before their tragic accident.
Harrods
You know you have to go see the Palace if you are in London. Who doesnt love England's royalty.
Buckingham Palace
This is the oldest restaurant in London. You need to make reservations before you go as they fill up fast. It is very pricey but a really tasty place. You have alot to choose from even if you dont like Londons menu. The coolest thing is this restaura...
Rules
Just a neat place to see. The crown jewels are held there and is worth seeing.
Tower of London
Rome was a unforgettable place to visit with tons to do and see.
Rome | Italy, History, Map, Population, Climate, & Facts
The Vatican was breathtaking. To see where the Pope was appointed and we actually got to see someone entering the Room of Tears which was a very rare experience for tourists in the Sistene Chapel. The Sistene Chapel was just unforgettable. We took an...
The Holy See
So much history and simply amazing site. A must see while in Rome.
24h – Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine
Easy walk and beautiful fountain area. No tickets needed.
Trevi Fountain
Beautiful location resort was excellent. There is some confusion on transportation from the boat dock to the hotel as taxi service is quite difficult and unorganized to say the least.
Discover Isla Mujeres ~ Isla Mujeres Net
We loved this resort. It is like being on a cruise that never moves sort of. You have all the luxuries of having full buffets and all the domestic alcohol you can drink. If you tip well you will never have an empty cup. The hotel offers other restaur...
MÍA Reef Isla Mujeres | Official Website
This has to be one of my favorit trips. Our hotel was right on the water with a water view room. Finding your way around id like a maze but so much fun. We tried to pizza ourselves to death as it was soooo good. There are tons of leather shops and th...
Venice, Italy: All You Must Know Before You Go (2025)
Centrally located to most things in Venice. The Rialto bridge, St Mark's square, and St Mark's Basillica. Ho into every church you can because they are breathtaking. This hotel offers free breakfast and it is all of the croissants and fruit you can i...
Hotel Palazzo Abadessa
A beautiful place you must see while in Venice.
St Mark's Square in Venice - Piazza San Marco
Worth every moment to see tgis magnificent place.
Saint Mark's Basilica
One of the more famous bridges close to shopping and many restaurants a must see
Must-see in Venice: Rialto Bridge
Beautiful place but not overly mind blowing for us as it looked alot like Myrtle Beach area. If you want to have a great time and drink 24/7 even at 6am at Dennys then it is the place for you.
Key West
So we had to go as we heard all about it from different people. So you walk in get a drink and think I'm going to sit back and watch a bunch of fabulous naked bodies running around. Well not so fast. I was not taking my clothes off unless Brad Pit ca...
Garden of Eden
This is worth seeing and will take most of your day. We took a plane and that was such a memorable trip. Take your lunch with you and you can enjoy the beach too.
Dry Tortugas National Park
We only go here to go to Universal Studios to be honest. You can stay anywhere close to the parks. We have stayed outside and inside Universal and staying inside is much cooler and you have perks staying inside.
Visit Orlando | Hotels, Restaurants, Things to Do & Vacation Guide
We love Universal and Island of Adventure. They always have really cool things going on from Mardi Gra to Halloween Horrors. The two parks are so much fun and they each have a Harry Potter world. My favorite rides are the Mummy, all of the Harry Pott...
Universal Studios Florida
Worth staying. It is the more affordable resort in Universal and has access to the boat ride to the parks.
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando™: An Island Escape
Fun place and its the park with the Starwars world. My favorite ride is the Tower of terror, old ride but fun all the same.
Disney's Hollywood Studios
This is a cool park and hosts the Avatar world
Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park
I love this place as they have tons of shopping and food. The Lego shop is so cool, and if you forgot to buy a gift while at Disney no worries you will be able to find something here.
Disney Springs
If you want to stat outside of Disney but be close and also close to Disney Springs without getting into the car this is your hotel. It has a great on site pool area and within walking distance of Disney Springs. This is a walking on an over the stre...
Wyndham Lake Buena Vista
This is an off the beaten path small town near Charleston. Very cute town with lots of places to eat and shop. It's a nice place to take it easy.
Beaufort, SC
We love this hotel. It is right in the middle of Beufort and very historical. If you are looking for a not modern place to stay. Rumor is Julia Roberts stayed there during filming of one of her movies.
The Beaufort Inn
I have to say this is one of the most happening city's we have stayed in. We went during Halloween and everyone dressed up and it was a blast. You see a little of everything. Being from SC we have never seen Marijuana limousines just sitting before. ...
Visit New Orleans | Official New Orleans Tourism Website
I love Asheville in NC. It is a cozy beautiful town with lots of places to eat and see. Asheville is known for it's acceptance of all tourist. That being said come one come all as all are welcome.
Explore Asheville
This is a nice bed and breakfast like hotel. You share a play room and general living area but no matter, if you are not an extrovert you can choose to socialize or not. The rooms are spacious and have a large bath. The grounds are beautiful and nice...
Wildberry Lodge
This is another great place to see around Christmas as they decorate each room. Biltmore is one of the largest mansions. It will take you most of the day to see it all. They have a garden and green house you must see. They offer a souvenir shop and a...
Biltmore
Savannah is a cozy little town full of history. It is a walkable town with lots to do. They have special events for most holidays also. We like to stay along the river as there are tons of shops and restaurants. I wouldn't recommend wearing high heel...
Visit Savannah
This is our favorite hotel in Savannah. We like to get a river front room with balcony to watch all of the boats go by. You will also be able to people watch which can be form of entertainment it's self. The hotel is historic and decorated as such. T...
River Street Inn
This is the breakfast place to go to along the river. The biscuits are huge alone. They have a vast menu and alot you can do with a biscuit. They also make a jam "traffic jam" that is a mixture of fruits and is soooo good.
Two Cracked Eggs Cafe | Breakfast and Lunch served all day!
Tybee is such a cute little beach area. You have to cross a bridge to get to it and it is gold at the end of the rainbow.
Tybee Island
Absolutely beautiful. We stay at at Turtle Bay Resort. The views are breathtaking. We are thinking of trying other islands however Oahu is our favorite.
Oʻahu
We love Turtle Bay resort. It is not in the middle of the city so its not as congested. The views from the cliff just can't be beat. They have their own private beach area which is very nice. The rooms are great and more reasonable. All of the staff ...
Turtle Bay Resort
You can not go to Oahu and not go to the Dole Plantation. It is such a fun site. You have to try the pineapple icecream as you will never be the same.
Dole Plantation
This is a must try while in Oahu. We stopped as we were just site seeing. The best Mexican and super fun restaurant. The views are amazing and the atmosphere is very casual.
Guadalajara Grill Hawaii | Laie HI
I loved Diamond Head. Be prepared for much walking and stairs. My husband always has to incorporate stairs in a vacation. It is some work but worth the site once you reach the top
Diamond Head State Monument
One of the oldest cities in SC. While in SC you have to plan a stay in Charleston. It is rich with history and charm. The streets are cobblestone so be careful if you decide to wear heels. There is tons of shopping you must stop by the Charleston Cit...
Charleston, SC - Official Website | Official Website
This is such a cozy little gem. It is just off Market St where everything is. Very nice historic rooms and staff are great. Public parking is just down from the Inn.
Meeting Street Inn - Charleston
This is a nice area in Myrtle Beach SC. It is marsh so there is no beach front just marsh. There is the Marsh Walk that you must see and can't miss as this is all one road. The Marsh walk has great restaurants for you to try.
Murrells Inlet, SC: Attractions, Restaurants & Things To Do
We use to live here for a few years. It is a great area to live in as you never really have to leave. There is shopping and great restaurants. There is the best movie theater and bowling alley. Lots of walking and bike paths. Everything is just a wal...
The Market Common - Myrtle Beach
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Wilmington is an easy weekend trip for us. A couple of days is enough to enjoy and see it.The river front is very pretty. They have alot going on downtown with festivals, shopping, and food. The Battleship NC is a must see and just a few minutes away...
Wilmington, NC: Home
If you like history and site seeing this is for you. Only a few miles from downtown Wilmington NC
Battleship North Carolina
San Francisco is a great travel idea. They offer tons of things to do and see. You have to have clam chowder in a bread bowl or you didn't do your visitor check list.
San Francisco Travel | Official Visitor Information
I loved visiting Alcatraz. It was just a quick boat ride which was fun by it's self. The history is crazy and I do recommend getting the headset because you will learn so many cool things.
Alcatraz Island
The best area to walk around. You can eat or shop or just site see. The clam chowder is the best.
Fisherman's Wharf
TripAdvisor is so easy to use and helpful while planning your lastest adventure. Not to mention you get some of the best rates available.
Tripadvisor
This is a beautiful stop on your Californa trip. The Aquarium is so cool and the landscape around it is beautiful. While you are their do a little shopping and have a nice meal at one of the local restaurants just down from the Aquarium.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
If you are taking a drive on the Pacific Coast Highway there are plenty of areas to stop and take in the views. You can stop and get back on the road easily. Town is just a few miles away from the coast. So hood restaurants and shopping.
Carmel
You have to drive the Pacific at least once in your life. The views are beautiful. It is real easy to stop on the side of the road to take it all in or take some photos. Just absolutely beautiful.
The Classic Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip
This is a beautiful hotel and it over looks the ocean. It is in an easy location to get in and out. There is plenty of parking and the rooms are so pretty. You can pull out of the hotel right on the Pacifi Coast Hwy. Town is just a few miles away whe...
Coastal Hotels in CA | Hyatt Carmel Highlands