Winter Vacation Trips: Swim with the Manatees

November 13, 2009 by melanien  
Filed under Destinations, Travel

With fall comes thoughts of winter. I’ve found that winter separates the cold-blooded from the warm-blooded.  I vote for Florida, California, or Maui – they’re all preferable to snow!
Thinking warm thoughts, it’s so great to take a weekend trip over the holidays, and not just to visit family. Florida has it all: Orlando’s Disney [...]

Solo Travel: The Magic of Miami

October 16, 2009 by melanien  
Filed under Single Occupancy, Travel

Single women need a sanity break once in a while. Refresh your mind and body, and throw back a shot of self-confidence, when you travel solo. But where to go? Welcome to Miami.
The last time I drove from Fort Lauderdale to Miami was over a decade ago. My sister and I were in my then-boyfriend’s [...]

Miami, You’ve Got Style

September 18, 2009 by melanien  
Filed under Destinations, Travel

The summer season may be over, but that doesn’t mean its time to pack away your bikinis. Come fall, there is nothing like a weekend away to regroup and do a little self pampering.
The beauty of a long weekend away is that it requires much less effort than a traditional vacation would. Usually, a carry-on [...]