The Canary Islands…where they are, why to go.
Today’s post is written by Katherine Louw as her stories about the Canary Islands have put this destination on my ‘must-go’ list. I admit that previous to my talks with Katherine about her travels, I thought the Canary Islands were in the Pacific Ocean. I just didn’t know. For those of you still guessing, think Europe. To entice you to plan a vacation here, Katherine...
Read MoreMonteagle Cottage Tour: Only $15, Clean Mountain Air Free of Charge
When my friend Ann Shayne asked me to write about the 47th Monteagle Sunday School Assembly Cottage Tour and Bazaar, my response was a speedy, “Are you kidding? I’d be happy to.” Not only is she one of my favorite people, Monteagle is absolutely one of my favorite places. Let’s face it, women run the world. Most of what we love best (think parks, zoos, art...
Read MoreLibby Callaway Shares Her Trip to Paris
I don’t have a lot of age-related hang-ups. Getting older doesn’t bother me: the alternative, as they say, is much less desirable. So on April 30, I faced the first day of my fifth decade with no regrets – not to mention a belly full of pain au chocolate from the amazing bakery next door to my hotel in Paris. My decision to head to France for my birthday was a fairly last-minute...
Read MoreHomewood: My Favorite Place to Shop in Birmingham
My in-laws live in Birmingham so I’m down there quite a bit. If you are lucky enough to spend the weekend in Birmingham, take one afternoon to enjoy lunch and some shopping in Homewood, an upscale area just outside Mountain Brook, in Birmingham. The shopping area of Homewood is like a mixture of Nashville’s Hillsboro Village and The Hill Center. You’ll find Zoe’s...
Read MoreA Trip to the Grammy’s
Laura Lyn Donahue recaps the best gift ever....a trip to the Grammy's with her husband.
Read MoreSan Antonio: Crocodiles, Ghosts & Lots of Fun
Our family went to San Antonio for Spring Break and so many people inquired, “Why San Antonio?” My quick answer was: Southwest Airlines flies there direct and it seems like it’s kid friendly. That’s it! After our visit, I am a true aficionado of this charming Texas town. We are notorious as a family for winging it when it comes to vacations, especially Spring Break....
Read MoreBell Buckle TN Needs Your vote for Single Best Town in America!
Jason Parker Counce, local designer, folk artist, creator, and party stylist, let me know about a contest going on for the Single Best Town in America. Voting has already been pared down to the Top 10 and right now, in 2nd place, is Bell Buckle, TN. The contest ends on April 11. I knew that before I could confidently say you should vote for Bell Buckle, I needed to visit. I made the...
Read MoreNew Orleans: Fun, Frolic & Mostly the Food
I have been to New Orleans umpteen times, each time with a totally different experience. I suspect here in lies the secret of the town we endearingly call The Big Easy. New Orleans, means many different things: the Jazz Festival, Mardi Gras, an anniversary, a fun get away. This time it was to celebrate my sister’s 40th birthday. This post should be titled: the Seesters hit the Big...
Read MoreAre Travel Agents Needed in this Virtual World?
With the 2nd Annual Belle Meade Vacations Travel Show slated for this Thursday evening at Cheekwood, I knew I had to find out how the travel agent business was doing in this day of endless online travel sites and discount bookings. I wondered, “How are Travel Agents surviving?” For over five years I have hiked with two of the most experienced travel agents in town, Ann West and...
Read MoreTurks & Caicos: A Paradise for the Perfect Vacation
Imagine your perfect vacation. I did exactly that when my husband said it was time to get away. It was time to replenish and relax after a long and somewhat taxing year. I knew what I didn’t want: I didn’t want to navigate a big city, or spend 6 – 7 hours on a plane going to an international destination. I didn’t want to drive to a place like Asheville,...
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