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Review of TownePlace Suites Hotels in Fayetteville, NC

July 22, 2020 by Karen Dawkins 7 Comments

Fayetteville hotels near I-95

My husband and I just took a much needed break from the 24/7 world of life with kids. We love them dearly, but a weekend getaway for couples is good every now and then. So, when the Fayetteville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (“Fayetteville CVB”) invited us for a getaway, we said yes! I worked […]

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Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa in Short Pump: A review

October 18, 2019 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

I don’t often post hotel reviews on my site. To be honest, if you want to know hotel amenities, there are lots of sites out there that have all that information, so why clutter the internet by repeating the same old thing? But, sometimes, a hotel is more than the sum of its parts. And […]

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Relaxed elegance at The Rosemont Inn B&B

August 21, 2019 by Karen Dawkins 3 Comments

Fireplace mantle with tea cups at the Rosemont Inn Bed and Breakfast

In the scenic mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania, the Rosemont Inn B&B in Montrose is the perfect place to stay. Enjoy New England style charm, great food and a comfortable, memorable stay.

Filed Under: hotels, Pennsylvania, Reviews

Turquoise Place: Best of Orange Beach Alabama Resorts (a review)

March 9, 2019 by Karen Dawkins 8 Comments

When I was invited to Orange Beach, Alabama to learn about the Leave Only Footprints eco-tourism initiative, I got the chance to stay at the Turquoise Place by Spectrum Resorts, one of the most luxurious Orange Beach, Alabama resorts. You know this kind of place — it’s a stunner that turns heads. And, if you’re […]

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Hotel Perks…beyond the free breakfast!

December 15, 2018 by Karen Dawkins 8 Comments

Family vacation can be pretty pricey, and lodging takes up a big chunk of the cost! So, picking hotels with the best perks helps you make the most of every dollar you spend. One of my favorites is the Embassy Suites free happy hour, especially if traveling for work. I can mingle with other business […]

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Fall getaways: Why let summer have all the fun?

August 27, 2018 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

This is a sponsored post based on my personal experience with Ibotta. All opinions are mine. With fall travel season just around the corner and the stunning North Carolina mountains just a few hours away, I am saving up for a weekend getaway to a mountain cabin. My son requested a trip to the mountains […]

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King and Prince Resort: Where FUN is the royal decree!

June 1, 2018 by Karen Dawkins

The King and Prince Resort on the beach at St. Simon’s Island, Georgia. Sounds swanky, doesn’t it? I sure thought so! I first heard of The King and Prince Resort about five years ago and knew I needed to visit someday. I thought it might be good for a romantic getaway with my husband, where […]

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Toyota RAV4 Review: His and hers

May 4, 2018 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

My husband got a new job a couple months ago and has to commute to Raleigh every day. He drives a decent car, but it’s not very comfortable — and it’s got about 90,000 miles on it, so he’s in the market for a new one. One of the vehicles at the top of his […]

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2017 Mazda 6 review: Fun times in a mid size sedan!

February 9, 2018 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

2017 Mazda 6 Review of Mazda USA's mid size sedan

Taking the 2017 Mazda 6 Grand Touring on a trip to Pennsylvania, I knew I faced 400 miles of driving and nine long hours behind the wheel. The car attached to that wheel, in this case Mazda’s mid size sedan, decides whether that road trip is good, bad or somewhere in between. With the Mazda […]

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2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid: Classic Toyota quality in a modern package

January 13, 2018 by Karen Dawkins 1 Comment

On our recent family trip to Florida, we got to use a luxury 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. A longtime fan of both the dependable Toyota brand and SUVs, this was a wonderful vehicle for our family. Each of us looks for something different in a vehicle, and the Highlander exceeded everyone’s expectations. For me, it’s […]

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Meet Karen Dawkins

An avid traveler, I enjoy discovering new places: history, culture, and adventure. I love it all! Well, not bugs. I don’t like bugs very much, so I probably won’t visit a bug museum.

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