by Steffy McCourt | Apr 12, 2024 | Family Adventures, Midwest, Mommy Getaways, USA |
The Tulip Festival in Holland, Michigan, officially called the Tulip Time Festival, occurs annually in May. The festival brings to mind a special memory. One October in the late 1980s, my mom had a great idea. She was going to plant tulip bulbs all along the...
by Steffy McCourt | Mar 15, 2024 | Canada, Family Adventures, International |
After the longest train ride of my life—18 hours—my son and I finally arrived at our hotel in Quebec. We quickly made our way to our room and fell into our beds. The next day, we jumped out of bed, eager to explore the lively city. We got lost a few times, met...
by Steffy McCourt | Mar 12, 2024 | Canada, Family Adventures |
After a very long day (18 hours!) on a train, my son, George, and I were so happy to land at the very stationary Hotel Champlain. Upon arrival, the boutique hotel’s charm was immediately apparent. A wood stove, or poêle à bois, as the Quebecers say,...
by Steffy McCourt | Feb 20, 2024 | Destinations, Midwest, Romantic Retreats, USA |
From the tranquility of Traverse City to the shores of Lake Michigan, Michigan is full of cozy hideaways. Whether a couple wants to visit Northern Michigan or hang out in the cultural hub of Ann Arbor, there is nothing that beats a romantic hotel getaway with a...
by Steffy McCourt | Feb 16, 2024 | Destinations, Romantic Retreats, USA, West Coast |
A hotel date night can be a super romantic night with just a little planning! Whether it’s a luxurious five-star resort or a cozy boutique hotel, there is something about spending the night outside of home (even if it’s less than 5 minutes away)...
