By latitude (as the - pelican? - flies), only ≈40 miles separate Marco and Captiva Islands, and Sanibel sits just south of Captiva, across a narrow channel. Driving Captiva/Sanibel to Marco is more roundabout, at ≈65 miles. However you measure it, Captiva ...
My most recent HGV trip to Kings' Land was a combination of business and pleasure. I was attending a continuing education seminar held on the Kohala coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. I have gotten spoiled by staying at Kings' Land which was only a 10-m ...
“Have you figured out your 2019 resolution yet?” I asked my husband from across our kitchen table. I’ve brought up this question to him each December for as long as I can remember. He’s known for a long time now what a planner I am, and once a planner ...
“Dad, can you see us ok?” I asked. I’ll never forget showing my dad how to use Facetime on his new phone. He’s actually getting quite proficient at it. “Dad, point the phone up,” I continued directing. “No, not that up!” “A little lower.” ...
I still can’t believe it. In just three months, we are going to be parents! My mind is spinning with all of the things I need to do to prepare for our next big adventure. Nursery. Registry. Hospital tour. Childbirth classes. But now, in week 28 of my preg ...
“Daaaaad! Did you pack Scrabble?” my daughter screams down to be from the top of the stairwell. Ever since our Park City, Utah vacation to Sunrise Lodge, she always makes sure I pack our well-loved Scrabble board. She was only five when we played for ...
I have a paper calendar in my room that I keep hidden safely under my bed. Every day after school I race home, run upstairs, take a Sharpie marker and draw a big, glorious “X” across the entire date box. I’ve been doing this for 92 days now. My mom has be ...
“Did you see Cameron’s latest Instagram story?” I asked, eager to show my favorite person to travel with. My partner and I were catching up on our favorite Netflix show when I found myself lost in alluring travel photos staring back at me on my phone. ...
Although I have been to New York City several times, my most recent stay was during the first week of December. My stay was at my favorite resort, West 57th Street by Hilton Club. I was greeted by the staff, who have become my friends over the years. I ...
Okay, HGV Owners. Here is another reason why I am glad to be a part of the Hilton family/brand. One of the greatest rewards that Hilton Grand Vacations offers its Owners is the opportunity of earning and using Hilton Honors Points. However, I have had t ...
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