Travel has a way of opening your eyes in ways nothing else can.

Washington, D.C. A week in our nation’s capital gave us incredible history, world-class museums (many of them free!), and plenty of family memories without a big price tag.

Next summer, I’ll be setting off on a river cruise I’ve dreamed of for years — The Danube from Romania to Budapest, sailing aboard the Avalon Passion beginning July 26, 2026. This itinerary blends everything I love most about travel: rich history, stunning landscapes, charming European towns, and the ease of unpacking once while exploring multiple countries.

You know that feeling the morning after a vacation? Your suitcase is still half-packed, your alarm clock feels extra rude, and your inbox is giving you side-eye. That, my friend, is the vacation hangover. And while there may not be a magic cure (besides teleporting back to the beach), there are a few fun ways to soften the blow and keep those vacation vibes alive just a little longer.

If summer was about sunshine and spontaneity, fall is about color, crisp air, and rediscovering the magic right outside your front door. The crowds are gone, the trails are quieter, and the world feels like it’s slowing down—inviting you to do the same.

I’ve been lucky enough to sail with Avalon Waterways not once, not twice—but I'm currently on my way to three times now. And every time I...

If you’ve ever been on a cruise and found yourself daydreaming about your next meal… you’re not alone. For many of us, a big part of the...

As you're reading this, I'm aboard an Avalon Waterways river cruise, slowly making my way from Burgundy to Provence—and falling even more...

There’s something truly special about multi-generational vacations. Whether it's grandparents seeing the joy in their grandkids’ eyes,...

As you read this, I’m traveling through some of the most beautiful and meaningful places in France on a journey I’ve been dreaming about...

Repositioning cruises are one of the best-kept secrets in modern travel. These one-way sailings happen when a cruise line moves a ship...

I recently returned from a training trip to the newest Sandals resort— Sandals Saint Vincent , and let me just say: it’s not just another...

When you think of a European river cruise, chances are your mind drifts to charming villages, castles perched above vineyards, and quiet...

Planning a Sandals vacation? Whether it’s your honeymoon, anniversary, or just a much-needed adults-only escape, you’re in for a treat....

If you’re someone who thinks “beach vacation” sounds more like a sweaty chore than a dream getaway, you are not  alone. Not everyone...

A vintage-style illustration features a couple dressed in formal evening attire standing on a balcony overlooking a river. The woman wears a red dress and the man is in a dark suit; both hold champagne glasses raised in a toast. In the distance, a river cruise ship glides across the water at sunset, with a silhouette of a European town and castle spires on the horizon. The sky is painted in warm shades of orange and purple. Bold text at the top reads “25th Wedding Anniversary

Something is exciting about the launch of a new cruise ship, especially when it builds on a foundation people already love. Celebrity...

If you’ve searched for vacation ideas literally anywhere, you’ve probably seen lots of posts and recommendations about beachfront resorts...

Looking for that perfect gift for the people in your life? Give a gift they'll never forget - incredible experiences and memories made...

Sail into the heart of incredible cities and picturesque towns on a river cruise! An experience like no other, a river cruise allows you...