21 Day Trip to Europe in A Carry On!
How to Survive Life in the Suburbs
by Stephanie
5M ago
Packing for a vacation to Europe can be a bit stressful.  Packing for a last minute 21-day trip to Europe with just a carry-on bag?  That notches things up to a whole other level.  This kind of adventure requires some super strategic planning, some smart packing and maybe even a little bit of luck. Want to know a secret? It can be done. This past summer a fun challenge was thrown in my lap.  A very, very lasting minute invitation to meet my daughter in Milan Italy and spend the next 3 or so weeks tripping through Europe with her. The only catch?  I had only 48 hours t ..read more
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Making Our Travel Dreams Come True With HomeExchange
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by Stephanie
1y ago
Where would you go if could go anywhere in the world? Seriously. Anywhere.  This is the question my Hubby and I recently found ourselves asking each other and this time….we gave ourselves permission to dream big! We’ve stayed in laid back Caribbean resorts, been to Florida countless times and made memories on some life changing trips to Europe, the only problem? Instead of our travel bucket list getting shorter it just keeps getting longer. So where do you start? If you could go anywhere, where would you and how would you do it?  Simple. You start with HomeExchange. What exactly is H ..read more
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How To Pack For Travel NOW!
How to Survive Life in the Suburbs
by Stephanie
2y ago
There are fewer things that can throw me into a tizzy then those who try to pack without a list.  Why would one try to do this?  Lists.  Are.  Good.  The only thing that makes packing more difficult than doing so without a list? Packing for a trip during a pandemic.  Now of course we can debate all you want about whether one should be travelling right now – but I’m not going to do that.  For me, for my family, what we need right now is some quality time together and to leave the conversations about Covid behind for a little bit.  So today I bring to yo ..read more
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Missing Adventure? 5 Reasons To Travel Now
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by Stephanie
2y ago
Current mood; frustrated.  I feel like we’ve been living life on a treadmill.  Going about our days, getting it done but not really living our best lives.   I’m feeling a tad stir crazy.  I’ve gone from someone who was self admittedly spoiled – travelling multiple times a year – to being trapped in our house, in our town, in this Province.  Maybe trapped is a bit strong of a word because honestly I know we could have jumped on a plane but I’m a rule follower and I’ve been waiting for that proverbial green light.  Here’s the thing, I am missing my travelling life ..read more
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Planning My Return Trip To Tampa!
How to Survive Life in the Suburbs
by Stephanie
3y ago
By now you all know I’ve left a piece of my heart in Florida.  A quick flight or even drivable from Ontario, it’s the perfect place for that family vacation, a quick romantic getaway, a place for foodies or adventurers, Florida offers a little bit of something for everyone.   One of the places that’s calling me back?  Tampa and I’m looking for inspiration for my next trip by looking back on my last one. Last time I was in Tampa we stayed at the Fenway Hotel, spent hours wandering around The Oxford Exchange, explored Honeymoon Island and fell in love with the Florida Aquarium. &n ..read more
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50 Dreams The Week I Turn 50!
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by Stephanie
3y ago
Not so long I stumbled across a little something that struck a chord with me.  A challenge?  A call?  Boiled down…simply an idea to start building a list of dreams.  To take some time and create an unedited list of anything you want out of your life.  I started.  I stopped.  I worried.  Was it silly to create a list now as I crept closer and closer to 50?  Um no.  I think because I AM celebrating my 50th birthday -THIS WEEK – while at home riding out a worldwide pandemic (instead of in the French Rivera as we’d planned) it’s more important tha ..read more
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Craving that Florida Sunshine
How to Survive Life in the Suburbs
by Stephanie
3y ago
Current need.  Sunshine.  I just want to sit on a beach and soak in the sun – but not just any sun.  That Florida sun.  It just seems to shine a little brighter, last a little longer, show off a little more.  Maybe this is why Anna Maria Island is calling me back. Known for its bike-able roads, beautiful beaches, quaint shops, galleries and restaurants, it doesn’t take long to fall in love with the area and feel like a local.  Once you’ve been all you will do is dream about going back. Where To Stay A fabulous choice while staying at Anna Maria Island is the simpl ..read more
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Let’s Get Creative This Christmas! – $100 Breakaway GC Giveaway
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by Stephanie
3y ago
The following is a sponsored post. Are you like me and struggling to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list?  I pride myself on not just giving the same old sweater or socks (not that there’s anything wrong with that)…but on finding a gift that will bring a smile, some true joy to the recipient.  It really is better to give than to receive, right?  That’s why I’m once again proud to be able to highlight some incredible ideas form Breakaway Experiences.  You can shop from the comfort of your couch, find a little something fabulous for everyone on your list and the ..read more
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Top 10 Not So Scary Movies
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by Stephanie
3y ago
With each passing year the “holiday” of Halloween morphs into something a wee bit different for me.  Way back in the day it was all about the well thought out costumes and parties.  My University roomies looking as cute as possible and hitting up the right bars and parties.  Can I just say a big hallelujah there was no Twitter, Facebook, Tik Tok or Instagram back in the day!  Once I got married it was about throwing the ultimate house party, costumes always required for entrance – we were hanging on to that Halloween fantasy as long as we could.  When our babies arrive ..read more
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5 Must Have Toys For The Lake!
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by Stephanie
3y ago
There is simply nothing better than heading to the cottage with the family for a holiday.  Long days swimming in the crystal clear lake, countless hours hanging out on the dock – connecting, laughing and eating far too much junk food.  Quiet nights by the campfire roasting marshmallows and making memories.  But.  Yes, there is  a but.  There is still some entertainment required.  Whether your children are 2 or 22 before you head out on your cottage vacay, take some advice from me and make a little bit of time to plan some fun – because busy kids are happy ki ..read more
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