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Nordik Spa-Nature Chelsea: The Largest Spa in North America
Tucked into the hills of Chelsea, just outside of Ottawa, Nordik Spa-Nature is not only beautiful—it’s the largest spa in North America. I visited on a fall trip with my sister, and it quickly became the highlight of our weekend. There’s something about a spa day like this—quiet, intentional, and rooted in nature—that allows you…
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Things to Do in Wintergreen During the Off Season
Wintergreen during the off season might just be one of Virginia’s best-kept secrets. While most people associate this Blue Ridge mountain escape with ski season, there’s something incredibly special about visiting in early spring—when the air is still crisp in the mornings and later in the evenings, but the sun warms the afternoon, and the…
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St. Patrick’s Day Pretzel Bites ☘️
St Patrick’s Day pretzel bites are one of the easiest festive treats you can make, and they never fail to disappear within minutes. If you’re looking for something simple, sweet, and a little nostalgic to celebrate the holiday, these are perfect. I make a version of these for Christmas every year and they are my…
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4 Maine Beach Towns You Don’t Want to Miss
Whenever I think of Maine, the song “Sailing” by Christopher Cross drifts through my mind. For some reason, my imagination always places Maine in the summer — sailboats gliding across sparkling harbors, a fresh lobster roll from a nearby shack in hand, and the simple pleasure of sitting at a picnic table watching the lively…
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A Quiet Mountain Escape at Iris Inn in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains
Perched high above Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, Iris Inn in Waynesboro Virginia, offers a quiet mountain retreat where sweeping Blue Ridge views and wooded seclusion invite travelers to slow down. With a handful of guest rooms and cabins tucked into the mountainside, the inn feels designed for slowing down and soaking in the surrounding landscape —…
