Did you know that National Pie Day is celebrated on January 23rd every year? This delicious day definitely deserves a little love. And maybe a road trip or family vacation to celebrate some of the best pies in different US destinations. If you have been craving a slice of pie (and who hasn’t!), it may […]
What are your first thoughts when you bite into a buttery and flaky croissant? Do you feel like you have finally reached that moment of peace and contentment? Do you at least feel like you have escaped the rest of the world? Whether or not that is the case, the one thing you probably do […]
Does your family love to indulge in candy occasionally? Maybe you like to enjoy a piece or two every once in a while. You probably even have a favorite candy you can’t live without. Today is National Candy Day. I thought I would go through and list all the favorite candies for each state. Maybe […]
Do you enjoy biting into a moist, frosting-covered chocolate cupcake? I know I am always ready to enjoy a cupcake or two. No matter what the flavor! That’s one of the reasons why I am more than ready to celebrate National Chocolate Cupcake Day. As a travel advisor and frequent traveler, I have managed to […]
Gumbo is a soup that became popular down in the state of Louisiana. So popular that it is now considered the state dish. If you haven’t tried gumbo yet, you don’t know what you are missing. This flavorful soup/stew is quite tasty. There are many different gumbo recipes on the internet that you can try. […]
National Dessert Day is one of my favorite National Days. I mean, who doesn’t love a sweet treat every once in a while? I know I enjoy a nice piece of pie, cake, or another dessert on occasion. Especially when I am traveling. Have you tried to find out the must-try dessert of a destination […]
In my home state of Pennsylvania, pierogis are a big deal. First, you have Mrs. T’s Pierogis located not too far from me in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania. Then you have the fact that pierogis are a staple at all high school sporting events. And other school-related events. But before you think we are crazy at the […]
Are you ready to plan your next family vacation? You may be, especially if you had an amazing time this past year, vacationing with your family! As a travel advisor, I can tell you it is never too early to start planning another vacation. As adults, we can always use a break from the hustle […]
Every city, or state, seems to be known for specific types of foods. Chicago is known for its pizza. Philadelphia is known for Philly cheesesteaks. So, what about New York state? Is the Empire State known for specific foods? The answer to that is yes! There are quite a few best foods to eat when […]
The state of Virginia has some diverse landscape. So, it shouldn’t be surprising that they have some incredible foods you should try when you visit during a family vacation. After all, Chesapeake Bay brings in delectable seafood. Local produce grows out in the valleys. And you can’t forget about the beef produced on the numerous […]
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