I know, I get it. COVID-19 stomped all over my travel plans too. With CDC travel restrictions and canceled cruises, my Miami and Bahamas trip poofed into the air. My first reaction was “What, it’s Memorial Day weekend and I’m staying at home?!” Really, that was my first reaction. It’s definitely not my style. And, […]
Winter Fun
Winter is upon us and along with it comes thoughts of snow, cold air, and other wintry related themes and ideas. By the same token, it also evokes feelings of warmth: snuggling by a fireplace, sipping on hot cocoa, and bundling up with multiple layers to keep the frosty air out. Although I’m not […]
Radio City Music Hall – Spring Spectacular 2015
This past weekend I had the pleasure of taking in the newest show Radio City Music Hall is putting on. It has a limited run, much like its perennial well-loved and well-known counterpart, the infamous Christmas Spectacular. Two years ago, I purchase tickets to the original springtime show named Heart & Lights. Lo and behold, […]
St. Patrick’s Day
[bctt tweet=”Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Make sure you have your green on!”] SO! Do you have your green on? I sure do! Nails are green, shirt is green…I figure that I have to do my name justice; it IS Gaelic after all! 🙂 Everyone is Irish today, and it’s fun to see the enjoyment and […]
NYC Holiday Events: Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade
I’m dropping another thing into your bucket. Of course, I mean your travel and adventure bucket list. I know its customary for you to visit relatives, eat turkey and watch football on Thanksgiving Day. It is for me too. Matter of fact, I’m going to be eating and watching football with 50+ family members (with […]
World Series 2014: Is ThisTravelling Girl Heading To Kansas City or San Francisco?
You’ve heard me tell you time and time again about adding a little spice to your travel and adventure agenda. Now, here’s your moment…it’s all around you and you can’t escape it. It’s time for the World Series! How cool would it be to see the World Series live in action? I would love to see the […]
HersheyPark In The Dark: Taking Trick or Treating On The Road
As Halloween approaches fast, you may be wandering what to do. I know Eileen’s ideas and reviews on how to get a good scare probably got your mind thinking. But suppose you just want to go on a little Halloween getaway, I get it…you are travel chick! Well, that’s exactly what we did. Last Halloween weekend, we […]
Rollercoaster Review Number 2: Rollercoasters in Busch Gardens, Tampa, FL
As promised, here’s the second in my series about roller coasters. This time, I’m taking you with me on a ride through the different coasters you can find in Busch Gardens, Tampa, Florida. Although it doesn’t have as many coasters as Great Adventure, the ones it DOES have are enough to take your breath away! […]
Calling All Thrill Seekers: ROLLERCOASTERS IN Six Flags Great Adventure
The end of the season is coming fast and furious, and I made plans to get my rollercoaster fix before time runs out! Amusement parks are open for only a certain amount of time each year (except, of course if you live in a place where the climate is conducive to such activities, then they’re […]
Two Birds, One Stone: Amusement Park Fun & A Lesson in Charity and Accepting Various Cultures (and You Don’t Have To Go Far & Spend a Lot!!!)
What would you is one of the most quintessential summer activities would be? Picnics? BBQs? Carnivals? Road trips? Well if you answered any of these you’re absolutely right! This list is in no way a comprehensive one, but these are the most popular. Depending on your personality, you may like some or all. The focus […]