As an annual visitor to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park for many years, I’ve tried most of the popular local restaurants in the area. These are my family’s favorite places that we return to year after year.
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A Foodie Long Weekend in Charleston
Planning a long weekend to Charleston? This guide has everything you need to know before you go, including tons of great places to eat, suggestions for where to stay and ideas for what to do in between meals.
Beaches Turks and Caicos Dining Guide (Updated 2026 w/New Treasure Beach Village)
Planning a trip to Beaches Turks and Caicos? With 20+ dining options on the property, you have lots of choice about where to eat. Here are my reviews of all the restaurants and food trucks at Beaches, including the restaurants in the brand new Treasure Beach village.
48 Hours in Denver with Kids
Denver is an amazing city to visit with elementary age kids. Read on for more information about how I spent 48 hours in Denver, including what to do, where to eat and where to stay.
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Positano, Italy (Updated 2026)
Planning a trip to the Amalfi coast this summer? Here’s everything you need to know about how to make the most of a week in Positano, including the best things to do, our favorite restaurants, recommendations for where to stay on a budget and what it’s like to travel there with kids.
A Family-Friendly Long Weekend in Phoenix-Scottsdale(Updated 2026)
We recently escaped Midwest winter with a long weekend in Phoenix-Scottsdale and our whole family had a great time. Read on for favorite eats, things to do with kids and where to stay in the Phoenix area.
A Family Trip to Oklahoma City
I recently spent a few days exploring Oklahoma City with my preschooler. Here’s my recap of our trip with suggestions for what to do and where to eat in OKC with kids.
A Kid-Friendly Weekend in Cincinnati
Cincinnati is a great city for families to visit. Here’s how we spent a weekend in Cincinnati with a preschool age child.
4 Days in Florence: A Family Itinerary
It’s hard for me to imagine a better city for travel with little kids than Florence, Italy: a compact city center that’s easy on little legs, a delightful carousel and of course all the pizza, pasta and gelato your heart desires. Here I recap our trip with a preschooler and share our itinerary for four days in Florence.









