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Travel + Sloth Nursery Theme Ideas for Your Baby

I’ve always been one to love “themes”. I’m that girl who has been forcing her friends to attend my various themed parties for years. Having a sloth nursery then should come as no surprise! 🦥 Since my wedding in 2014 was travel-themed, most of my home decor is, and even my baby shower was “welcome to the world” themed, I didn’t want to overdo it with another travel themed room. I decided then to merge…

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Where to Stay in Quito: Boutique Hotel Review

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Heading on an adventurous getaway to Ecuador, and not sure where to stay? in Quito? I can help! Try out the old town neighborhood La Ronda, and its boutique hotel- Casona de la Ronda.  Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these, I may earn a small commission (at no additional cost to you!). I was also hosted by this hotel in exchange for…

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How to Travel to Cuba from the U.S. (as a U.S. Citizen)

When this elusive nation finally opened to US travelers, it immediately became a hot topic. My trip to Cuba led me to realize how curious my friends in the US are about life here, and how to travel to Cuba from the U.S. themselves! This post is about the logistics of how to travel to Cuba as a US citizen specifically, but read my 10 day Cuba itinerary and things to do also! Some links…

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Photography in Rome: Instagram Photo Spots

Rome, the eternal city, has so much to offer- Insanely delicious food, fascinating history, and monuments older than we can comprehend.  I hate billing a historic city as merely a backdrop for photo opportunities. However, I know visitors to Rome still want to capture their memories, and have quality photos to look back on. Keeping this in mind, here are my tips for photography in Rome, perfect for creating a personalized photo calendar or capturing…

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10 Tips for Swimming in the Dead Sea (in Jordan)

Swimming in the Dead Sea (in Jordan) is a bucket list experience for many. Here are ten tips to help you have a salty and sweet experience! With a salt concentration of 34% (8.6 times saltier than ocean water!), this is a truly unique experience! The Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth, not just in the Middle East. Despite this, it can still be a high point of your travels!  Some links in…

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Scotland: What to Pack for Winter Travel (for Women)

Trying to pack for a winter trip to Scotland can be tricky thanks to its unpredictable weather. With temperatures ranging from freezing to balmy, it's hard to know if you'll be warm and dry enough. You may luck out with temps in the upper/mid 40's, but it can definitely drop below freezing and get cold enough to snow. There's also about a 50-50 chance of rain each day, so be prepared! To help you be…

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☘️🇮🇪 Ireland how you have my heart Nothing quite ☘️🇮🇪 Ireland how you have my heart 

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I had no idea this small Indiana town has SO much I had no idea this small Indiana town has SO much to do! 🎉 We spent a few days exploring Corydon, Indiana, and it quickly became one of our favorite family getaways! ✨ 

(I’m not just saying that either, my oldest son LOVED it and asked to go back for his birthday next year!) 😇

What we did:

🏡 Stayed at the historic Oswell Wright House, built in the 1860s, complete with a huge backyard & friendly cats my kids loved! 🐈 

🛝 Possibility Playground (biggest accessible playground in the midwest!) @possibilityplaygroundcorydonin 

🍕 @swing_andslice for pizza, arcade games + mini golf- the train that brings kids their drinks was a huge hit!

🛍️ Corydon Extravaganza for antiques, vintage finds + crafts. I def bought a few things! 

🏘️ Downtown Corydon’s Hop & Shop

🌮 Lunch at Mr. Pancho- their salsa is so good!

🎢 @holidayworld , just 45 minutes away!

🦇 @squireboonecaverns - we did a cave tour with our 6 and 3 year old sons

🍔 Locals Bar & Grill: With windows facing the street, the kids were very entertained 

Corydon is walkable, full of friendly locals, and has WAY more to do than we realized. 🎉

We genuinely loved our time here and are already looking for an excuse to go back. ❤️

📍Save this one for your next family getaway! Only about 2 hours from Cincinnati and 30 minutes from Louisville

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🎃Want the perfect fall weekend getaway? (Just a 3 🎃Want the perfect fall weekend getaway? (Just a 3 hr road trip from Cincy area!) 

You really need to put @holidayworld in Santa Claus, Indiana (yes it’s a real city!) on your list! 🎅🏻

It truly exceeded my expectations, and my kids had so much fun that I know we will be going back! 🎢

Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari is such a unique theme park because you travel through different cute holiday-themed sections. ✨

They have 🎅🏻Christmas, 🎃Halloween, 🇺🇸Fourth of July and 🦃Thanksgiving areas. 

I also feel like this park had SO many options for even younger kids. My 3 year old was able to go on most rides (with a parent) and I was pleasantly surprised by that 👶🏼

During Happy Halloween Weekends, the park adds even more fall and Halloween fun! 🎃

Here’s what you can expect:

🦖 Dino Corn Maze Adventure: Filled with life-sized dinosaurs through 12 acres of corn mazes
🚜 Hayrides to and from the corn maze
🍬 Trick-or-Treat Trail for kids
👻 Halloween shows and entertainment
💃 Halloween dance party!
🎃 fall food and treats 

If you visit on a Saturday, stay until dark for their AMAZING drone show (like, truly, I was so impressed by it) 🦖 

Also, something I LOVE about this place in general is that they have:

🚗 free parking
🥤 free unlimited soft drinks (the best!)
☀️ free SPF

Happy Halloween Weekends are Saturdays and Sundays through November 1st, so get planning!!

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This was a longer trip that we did, and it really covered all the best fall New England hot spots, plus time in the insanely beautiful Acadia National Park! 🏞️ 

Hopefully my New England fall itinerary (including Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine and New York) is helpful for your own trip planning! 🍁🍂🚙

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