Life In Pleasantville
Food, Travel, Life
Quebec is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and rich history, but among its attractions, the Eastern Townships stand out as one of Quebec’s hidden gems. When the world shut down Canadians had little choice but to get familiar with their own backyard. Thankfully, our backyard happens to be one of the prettiest places on earth. …
On a recent trip through Wales, I was struck by how perfect it is as a family destination. From castles to beaches, hiking trails to adventure attractions, city lights and country walks: Wales has it all. You could spend at least a week or two taking in everything this amazing country has to offer with …
Each time I tell someone we always plan our Walt Disney World trips to take place during the month of August, I’m always asked about the heat. Yes, it’s HOT in Florida in August…but the timing just works well for us for several reasons. The kids are out of school, it’s a fun last hurrah …
For many years Costa Rica was thought of as a travel haven for backpackers and thrill seekers. There were very few all-inclusive resorts and it was just not a “Family Travel” destination. This’s all changing! Central America has become a much sought after travel destination and Costa Rica is leading the way. Several years ago my husband …
This past summer during our Walt Disney World Resort vacation, we were introduced to the wonderful world of MagicBands. We’ve been to Disney several times, but this last visit was the first time MagicBands were available to us. Having used the old “key to the world” cards in the past, I have to say my preference …
One of the perks of being a chef is getting to travel to different cities and try local food. It’s a tough job, but someone has to do it. Over the years, I’ve noticed that most major cities and states have a signature food on the ‘must-try’ list, even if it appears to be slightly …
The hotel is booked, your bags are packed, and the flight is leaving in a few hours. That’s it, right? NO! That’s not it. A seasoned traveller knows what to pack in a carry-on bag. Forget laptops and other work paraphernalia, diaper bags and slings, and anything containing crayons or dinky cars. We’re prepping a grown woman’s carry-on bag; the …
A great travel app should make your life easier, whether you’re camped out under a beach parasol in Martinique or backpacking between B&Bs in Slovenia. There are countless — really, I lost count — apps available for day-trippers and world adventurers to help you prepare a trip, and once you’re on the ground, make the …
