Baltimore {Stay: Sagamore Pendry Hotel}

We are headed home from a fabulous long weekend in Baltimore, Maryland! John’s lacrosse team had a tournament outside of the city and we came in a little early and stayed a little late to explore Charm City. I left my laptop charger at home and that foiled my plan to write blog posts as… Read More

Ritz Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes

To wrap up my series on Universal Orlando, I’d be remiss if I didn’t share about my February stay at the Ritz Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes. This luxury property is part of my Virtuoso resort collection and is located just minutes from the Orlando theme park magic, but feels miles from the madness. While I… Read More

Universal Orlando {Loews Portofino Bay Resort}

Loews Portofino Bay Resort is my top choice for both my own family and my clients. It is beautifully appointed, convenient to the theme parks, has excellent service and a variety of wonderful amenities.   It is a real escape from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks and makes relaxing at the end of… Read More

Universal Orlando {CityWalk & Theme Park Dining}

Over the course of our visits to Universal Orlando, I had the opportunity to dine quite a few times in CityWalk.  This dining, shopping and entertainment area lies directly between Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando theme parks.  There is no separate security and it is easy to pop out of the park for a… Read More

St. Regis Girls Getaway

The St. Regis Atlanta is my “hometown” favorite for a staycation. We’ve been as a family, a couple and with girls, and there is something for every occasion. After a 2020 break, I was thrilled to scoot off for a luxurious 24-hour getaway with a couple of friends as an early Mother’s Day gift from our husbands!… Read More