Boston is a city that I can almost call my second home as I've visited more times than any other destination in the world. It's rich in history, arts and culture; there is no shortage of food and of course, shopping (ahem... there is no sales tax on clothing priced at under $175 and then there's … [Read more...]
Farewell, Summer!
Yesterday I sent my girls off to their respective schools, and I headed off to mine - each of us for our own first day. And that, more than September 21, defines the end of summer for me.So I took some time to reflect and look back on the summer we had this year in 2012 - and it was a great one!I … [Read more...]
This is why I MUST go back to San Francisco
I have come to accept that there are two things in life that you cannot control and must simply accept.1. The Weather2. Your ChildrenAnd both of these factors conspired to affect my ambitious San Francisco sightseeing itinerary.Here's what I had planned:Wake up early, breakfast at Omni hotel … [Read more...]
Three Cities, Seven Days…and a CityPASS Giveaway!
I think I'm going to need a vacation after my vacation! I think a quick peek at my California itinerary will help explain why: Arrive in LA, drive straight to Anaheim (driving time 1-1.5hrs)1.5 days at Disneyland, drive to San Francisco (driving time 7-9 hrs)1.5 days in San Francisco, … [Read more...]
Closed: Celebrate the City with CityPASS!! Congratulations to Michelle!
What better way to see the city than with a CityPASS to show you the way. A CityPASS allows you access to major attractions - sometimes skipping right to the front of the line! Each participating city has its favourite sites! You choose your destination city and CityPASS will do … [Read more...]
Cal-i-fornia Girls!
Ah, yes. The Katy Perry song I love to hate has been playing long and loud in my house this past week. Why, you ask?Well, because my girls and I are heading down to California ourselves (only four more sleeps)!It all started as a dream around this time last year. With my marriage disintegrating, my … [Read more...]