3-Day Itinerary For Traverse City, Michigan

If you're looking for a perfect getaway for a long weekend, I'd put Traverse City right to the top of that list. While the city is fairly small, it offers a large variety of things to do, and three days is a perfect amount of time to spend here. Here's how to spend an amazing…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 19, 20233Comments

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Everything You Need To Know About Coney Island’s Mermaid Parade

Every year, hundreds of thousands of merpersons and fellow sea critters gather in Coney Island for the annual Mermaid Parade. This year, the Mermaid Parade is held on Saturday, June 20th, 2026. Coney Island's Mermaid Parade is, in my humble opinion, the best day of the year. After having gone to the Mermaid Parade nearly…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 16, 20230Comments

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Where To Eat & Drink In Traverse City, Michigan

If you find yourself in Michigan anytime soon, and you're looking for a culinary escape, Traverse City should be at the top of that list. I had no idea what to expect when visiting Traverse City, but after just a few short days there, I was already pining for my return, not only because of…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 14, 20235Comments

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Where To Stop On A Dog-Friendly New York to Florida Road Trip

One of the most popular road trip routes in the USA is from New York to Florida. There's even a name for New Yorkers who head down to the Sunshine State, either in the winter or for retirement ("snowbirds"). I've done this trip many times throughout my life like a typical New Yorker, and I've…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 6, 20231Comment

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20 Essential Items For A Dog-Friendly Road Trip

As an avid traveler, I hit the jackpot with my Boston Terrier, Bowie, because he seems to also have been bitten by the travel bug. He LOVES road trips. Because of this, Bowie has been to a total of 23 states. He has traveled cross-country with me from NYC all the way to Vegas and…

ByKaitlyn RosatiMay 7, 20231Comment

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3-Day Itinerary In America’s Quirkiest Beach Town: Port Aransas, Texas

One night in New York City, I met a man from a quirky little town called "Port Aransas." He told me that not only was it a beach town, but it was an island. Islands in Texas? BEACHES in Texas? Who knew? Not this New Yorker! I was intrigued, and I knew I had to…

ByKaitlyn RosatiMay 3, 20233Comments

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8 Best Things To Do In Frisco, Texas

When trying to decide another Texan city to visit that was close to Dallas, I stumbled upon a city I had never quite heard of before: Frisco, Texas. I was told it was the safest city in the US, making it one of the best U.S. destinations for a solo female traveler like myself. I…

ByKaitlyn RosatiMay 1, 20230Comments

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Margarita Mile: A Guide To Drinking Your Way Through Dallas, Texas

In February 2023, I was invited to spend some time in Dallas, Texas. What is there to do in Dallas? I wondered, similarly to questioning what there is to do anywhere I travel to. In my quest to find the coolest things to do in Dallas, which turns out, there are quite a bit, I…

ByKaitlyn RosatiApril 17, 20233Comments

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10 Fun Things To Do In Waco, Texas

Waco, Texas, also known as the heart of Texas, is a fairly small city about a two-hour drive south of Dallas. The city is full of rich history, and while it has some darkness to its past, the city is bright, full of fun activities and delicious food, and, above all, well worth a visit.…

ByKaitlyn RosatiApril 15, 20230Comments

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15 Best Things To Do In Dallas, Texas

Texas is a huge state with plenty to offer. From major metropolitan hubs to small Western towns, planning where to go can feel overwhelming. If you're flying in, which it's safe to assume most people are, there's a great chance you'll end up in Dallas. Don't make the mistake of just transferring through Dallas to…

ByKaitlyn RosatiApril 13, 20235Comments