by Cheryl | Mar 22, 2023 | places we STAY
Looking for an amazing staycation for little (or big) wizard? Make sure to visit Loews Chicago Hotel where magic-seeking moguls can enter their own enchanted world at the Wizards and Wands Suite, a suite that has been transformed into a Harry Potter themed wonderland....
by Cheryl | Mar 2, 2023 | places we PLAY, places we STAY
If you are in need of a getaway, you can’t go wrong with a visit to Eagle Ridge Resort. Last winter, my family and I spent a few days exploring the resort and area and had an amazing time. With spring right around the corner, I think a visit here would be...
by Cheryl | Jan 27, 2023 | places we EAT, places we PLAY, places we STAY
Some of my fondest memories in Lake Geneva happen to be when we stay at The Abbey Resort & Spa in Fontana. Located in a much quieter area but still close enough to Geneva Lake, it was exactly what we wanted and needed.It’s been quite awhile since...
by Cheryl | Oct 15, 2022 | places we STAY
As you know my family is obsessed with camping – correction we are obsessed with glamping. When I heard that there were glamping tents near Peoria, I couldn’t wait to check it out. Located just 20 minutes from Peoria in Central Illinois, Sankoty Lakes...
by Cheryl | Aug 14, 2022 | destinations we EXPLORE, places we EAT, places we PLAY, places we STAY
I’ve had Janesville, Wisconsin on my radar for a while and this summer we finally visited. True to its name as The Great Outside, our family found a plethora of outdoor activities: hike the Ice Age Trail, kayak, view public art, admire the gardens, challenge...
by Cheryl | Jun 28, 2022 | places we PLAY, places we STAY
Our summer vacation to New Buffalo, Michigan was nothing short of amazing. From hikes to exploring the downtown to eating our way through town, we couldn’t have asked for a more relaxing vacation even though it rained half the time. The secret to our relaxing...