We were invited to stay at Mayhurst Estate during our visit to Orange, Virginia. This is a 19th-century plantation-turned bed and breakfast. Whether I was enjoying breakfast, chatting with the other guests, or hanging out with the estate manager’s children and petting goats, it felt like a home away from home. Looking for an intimate space to call your own in Virginia? Here’s your guide to staying at the Mayhurst in Orange, Virginia. [This post on…

While visiting Orange, Virginia, we stopped by The Market at Grelen for lunch. Before visiting, I knew that the Market doubled as a pick-your-own farm, but I had no idea it has a cute garden shop and trails. The beauty of the place and the sheer number of family-friendly things to do. [This post on how to spend a day at The Market at Grelen in Orange, VA was originally published in August 2021, and…

Going on vacation soon? Preparing your home before going a vacation is just as important as packing all the right things. I’ve put together a list of things to do to prepare your home before vacation. These are reminders of the things that must be done before you leave the house. [This post on How to Prepare Your Home Before Going on a Vacation was originally published November 2021 and updated August 2022.] How to…

Looking for the best places to go for Labor Day Weekend? As a travel enthusiast with a full-time job, it’s helpful to make the most of long holiday weekends. Labor Day weekend is a good time to get one last family trip under your belt. As summer comes to a close (hard to believe, I know), many of us are scrambling to plan one last hurrah. You don’t need a passport to explore the many…

Looking for simple family road trip tips to help make your next adventure a cinch? As a kid, I LOVED road trips. Being on the open road, enjoying the change of scenery, seeing new places, and meeting new people excited me. But as a parent, family road trips can quickly become a nightmare if you don’t plan adequately.  But it doesn’t have to be a horrible experience.  Simple Family Road Trip Tips Here are some…

You just booked an epic international adventure for your family!! Way to go!!!  Before you slip into vacay mode, you need a travel checklist!  There are a few planning steps that are an essential part of traveling abroad.  But have no fear, I’ve got you covered.  Here’s an experienced-based, detailed checklist of essential things to do to prepare for international travel.   After you tackle the items off of this checklist, you’ll be ready for international…