travel – The Roost View

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February 14, 2024

for the love of france

Bordeaux, France

France is a visual feast for the eyes. That may be one of the reasons I truly love the place. I don't often travel long distance alone, but this year I had a special opportunity. My dear friend who I hadn't seen in 6 years was planning her special 50th birthday celebration. She was throwing a weekend "fete" that she encouraged me to attend. I was going to be the only American, but she insisted it would not be a problem. I would have an amazing time. Hard to pass up! The day I arrived my friend had t[...]

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April 1, 2023

Spring travel ideas

Charleston, SC

As many of you may be gearing up for Spring Break or starting to think about a summer vacation, I thought I would brighten your inbox with some travel ideas. Living in Charleston, the easiest way to enjoy the warmer spring months is to visit our beautiful parks and plantations, walk on the beach or wander the cobblestone streets downtown. Visitors and residents alike can't seem to get enough of Charleston's epic charm. White Point Gardens, Charleston, SC The Dewberry Hotel, Charleston[...]

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November 9, 2022

5 favorite things – travel edition

Charleston, SC

On my recent trip to New York, I was thinking about how I travel and what items people deem "worthy" to make their trip better or more comfortable. I've pulled together my list of items that over the years I've realized really make a difference, plus a cool new find I spotted in NYC and couldn't wait for Harry to try. Airplanes are just plain uncomfortable! As a kid, I used to have butterflies of excitement for weeks before my flight. These days, I'm strategizing how I can get through it with the least amount of discomfort and distract myself for as lon[...]

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January 20, 2022

California Dreaming

San Diego, California

Planning a family trip can be tricky these days. Like many people, we've had a few getaways derailed because of Covid. With our girls at different schools, they have different Spring Breaks. What's more, my work as a realtor makes it difficult to be away during March and April when the real estate market tends to heat up. For these reasons, my husband and I recently decided to take advantage of time off over the holidays and take the family to California. We arrived the day after Christmas and enjoyed our time in the Golden State through New Years Day. [...]