I have a destination wedding for two of my dear friends to thank for taking me up to the oh-so-lovely Waitsfield, Vermont. About 3.5 hours north of Boston and not far from Burlington and Montpelier, here are a few photos and recommendations from a fantastic weekend.
What To See & Do
While the winters offer plenty of activities for ski and snowboard enthusiasts, summertime in Waitsfield is all about the picturesque scenery, cycling, hikes, and more. Like this.
With multiple pools, a lazy river, delicious restaurants and amenities galore, I am kicking myself for not staying a few more days at the Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate. I first heard about the resort through a speaking opportunity at the Social Fresh East Conference, but I was so smitten that I know I’ll be back again. Until then, I hope you’ll enjoy reading about my stay!
I often mention the Christian Science Plaza and get a, “Huh? Where?” type response from fellow Bostonians. Regardless of your interest in the Christian Science religion (the massive building is the church’s Global HQ, built in 1894 and expanded in 1906), the scenic plaza, surrounding reflecting pool and fountain in the summer make it a fun place for a stroll.
Ah, Amsterdam. From picturesque canals, to delightfully narrow homes and stylish people speeding by on bikes, spending a long weekend here is a memorable experience.
I was fortunate to end a 10-day trip in Europe in Amsterdam over 4th of July. While celebrating America’s freedom from the British was not on the agenda, here is what I would recommend to stay, what to see and where to eat and drink for a few days.
What To See
Sandemans Free Walking Tour As I was a solo traveler for my time in Amsterdam, I opted for a free group walking tour from Sandemans. I’ve done a few trips solo and my general rule is to find some sort of activity that’s social each day. It could be a walking tour, eating at the bar at a lively restaurant, but it helps to have some casual conversations with people.
As for the walking tour, I enjoyed it. It was the first thing I did in Amsterdam and it helped me to get my bearings. We went through the Red Light District, saw the Anne Frank House, and much, much more. While the tour is free, the guides do work on tips, so be prepared to give them 10 euros or so per person for their time. You can also put down a small fee to reserve a specific tour time, but FYI, that $$$ does not make its way to the guides (or so our guide told us).
Berlin has been on my travel bucket list for some time and this summer, I finally got the chance to visit. Between the history, edgy street art, interesting bars and restaurants, I enjoyed exploring Berlin. Here’s what I would recommend for attractions, restaurants, bars and a great place to stay.
What To See
The Berlin Wall While this photo was taken near Potsdamer Platz, there are several locations to see the Berlin Wall. TimeOut does a nice job of documenting the areas.
