Jill Dutton | Travel Journalist

My 2022 Year in Review: The good, the bad, and lessons learned

On aging, a missing fallopian tube, a health journey, travel, and joy in 2022. What a year it has been! I’ve been thinking about the challenges, triumphs, and joys I’ve experienced this year so I decided to share my year in review a little early. Challenges The year started out with a glitch. I found…

Everything You Want to Know About North Carolina’s Carolina Core, and What to do While You’re There – Itinerary

Carolina Core Quick Facts: ● The Carolina Core is a 120+ mile stretch of central North Carolina from west of Winston-Salem to Fayetteville encompassing Greensboro and High Point and has close proximity to Charlotte and the Research Triangle, all along future Interstate 685. The region has a talent pool of more than 2 million people,…

A Tropical Resort Getaway in the Florida Keys – 3-Day Itinerary

Centrally located between Miami and Key West yet tucked away on the secluded island of Duck Key, Hawks Cay Resort offers the perfect union of solitude and convenience. For guests that live in the United States, there’s no need for a passport. With easy access by car, boat or plane, you can enjoy the best…

Discover the Wonders of Quebec with a Slow Travel Tour from Montreal to the Eastern Townships — 6-Day Itinerary

Experience the Province of Quebec’s legendary “joie de vivre” with an immersive dip into the culture, food, and terroir of this idyllic region of Canada. Montréal – Day 1 Arrive in Montreal and check in at Humaniti Montréal Hotel. Discover the first Marriott Autograph Collection hotel in Québec in all its grace and sophistication. Designed by…

As the Weather Chills North of the Border, Kayak Adventure Season in Mexico’s Baja California Sur Heats Up!

UNESCO World Heritage Site, Loreto Marine Park & the Islands of Loreto in the Gulf of California, Beckon Kayakers to Paddle Winter Blues Away While fall and winter sets in in the U.S. and Canada, a kinder and gentler version of the seasons beckon water sports enthusiasts to the azure Gulf of California. Off the…

Plan a Fall Getaway to Branson, MO – 3-Day Itinerary

Head to Branson, Missouri for a fall getaway filled with pumpkins and spice, fall foliage, festivals, and plenty of old-time charm. Day 1 Arrive in Branson and check in at the Radisson. Aquarium at the Boardwalk Aquarium at the Boardwalk joined Branson’s lineup of thrilling attractions in 2020, bringing more than 250 different sea life…

Grupo Xcaret Announces the 16th Annual Festival of Life & Death Traditions

Xcaret, Riviera Maya. August 31, 2022.- Grupo Xcaret’s Festival of Live & Death Traditions has positioned itself as one of the most anticipated celebrations in Mexico. The 16th annual event will take place from October 30 to November 2 and will feature the beautiful state of Tlaxcala as the guest of honor, highlighting the traditions…

Aruba Offers the Ultimate Wellness Getaway

How to refresh and renew on “One Happy Island” Landing in Aruba, aptly known as One Happy Island, my shoulders drop, and stress effortlessly melts away, even before arriving at my hotel. The driver takes me for a view of the island on the way, pointing out landmarks such as shopping areas, nightlife hotspots, and…

Essential Fall Gear For A Weekend Camping Or Just A Laid-Back Day On The Water — No Matter Your Age

Get ready to hit the trails or the water this fall with easy-to-use gear such as a foldable kayak, a cookstove that uses sticks for heat that can also charge your cellphone, and sustainable products such as trailhead pants made from recycled coffee grounds, and stainless-steel containers to pack and go. These cool, efficient, and essential gear will have you ready for a summer of fun.

Two Adventures in One: Ride the train to the top of Pike’s Peak, then bicycle down with a thrilling drop of 7,000 feet in altitude

The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway now offers one of the ultimate adventures in America – take the famous train up Pike’s Peak and then bike ride down one of the most infamous and famous roads in the world. We’re talking a 19.5-mile downhill run and an elevation drop of more than 7,000 feet….

Jill Dutton | Travel Journalist

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