Journal

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What I Learned Volunteering at a St John Beach CleanupMy first morning volunteering for a beach cleanup on St. John began before the island felt fully awake. The roads around Cruz Bay were quiet, the air was…
A guide to tipping etiquette at all-inclusive resorts in the CaribbeanAll-inclusive resorts make vacation spending feel wonderfully simple. Meals, drinks, activities, and entertainment are usually covered in one upfront price,…
Orlando breweries for a relaxing post-park drinkA day at Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando can leave your feet tired and your schedule pleasantly loose. Once the last attraction is over, a neighborhood…
How I Spent a Layover in Orlando Without Leaving the AirportOrlando International Airport can feel like a destination of its own when a connecting flight gives you several hours between takeoff and landing. I had enough…
A Fresh Walk Through Wekiwa Springs State ParkWekiwa Springs State Park has always been one of my favorite places near Orlando for slowing down outdoors. The spring, clear run, shady hammocks, and familiar…
The Most Instagrammable Photo Spots at Universal’s Islands of AdventureUniversal’s Islands of Adventure is one of those theme parks where a camera seems useful at every turn. The lands change dramatically from one walkway to the…
A Weekend Along St. Croix’s North ShoreSt. Croix’s north coast is made for an unhurried weekend. The route links historic towns, quiet beaches, coral reefs, forested hills, and scenic overlooks,…
Snorkeling gear rentals in Cruz Bay: my practical reviewSnorkeling is one of the easiest ways to experience St. John’s bright water, rocky coves, and busy reef life without booking a full-day excursion. In Cruz Bay,…
How to navigate the Disney Skyliner with a strollerThe Disney Skyliner is one of my favorite ways to move around Walt Disney World, especially when I am traveling with a child and trying to avoid another…
A Family Day at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor ComplexA visit to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is one of the most memorable family outings on Florida’s Space Coast. It combines real spacecraft,…