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A Quick Magical Trip to Chicago at Christmas

by geevesupdated on December 27, 2022September 13, 20212 Comments on A Quick Magical Trip to Chicago at Christmas

Wondering what it’s like in Chicago at Christmas? Here are some magical Christmas activities in Chicago that you can’t miss on your quick trip there. In my opinion, there’s no better time to go to …

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Don’t Miss Kennebunkport Christmas Prelude Celebration in Maine

by geevesupdated on December 4, 2022December 4, 20226 Comments on Don’t Miss Kennebunkport Christmas Prelude Celebration in Maine

Ready to get your holiday cheer on in a charming small town in Maine? Get ready for Kennebunkport Christmas Prelude. There are plenty of towns you could visit for some holiday cheer and they would …

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Germany Europe Christmas Travel Adventures

Charming Christmas Markets in Berlin, Germany

by geevesupdated on December 27, 2022October 22, 202115 Comments on Charming Christmas Markets in Berlin, Germany

Planning to visit the Christmas markets in Berlin? When I was a young girl, okay.. technically I’m still young. But, when I was a much, much younger girl.. (way before Pinterest existed), I would sit on my …

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Travel Adventures USA Ohio Christmas

Add A Christmas Story House & Museum to Your Holiday Bucketlist

by geevesupdated on December 27, 2022December 2, 2022Leave a Comment on Add A Christmas Story House & Museum to Your Holiday Bucketlist

Christmas is nothing without classics like A Christmas Story. If you’re a fan of the movie, visit A Christmas Story House & Museum in Cleveland, Ohio.

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12 Day Christmas Giveaway + Holiday Gift Guide

by geevesupdated on December 20, 2022December 9, 20225 Comments on 12 Day Christmas Giveaway + Holiday Gift Guide

Everyday, I receive messages from brands offering me free products, most of which I turn down. As much as I love free stuff (who doesn’t?), my business couldn’t survive on yummy charcuterie spreads and nice …

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Best Christmas Themed Bars for Festive Cocktails This Holiday

by geevesupdated on December 4, 2022November 30, 20224 Comments on Best Christmas Themed Bars for Festive Cocktails This Holiday

If you love craft cocktails and a good theme, you’ll want to put these Christmas themed bars on your holiday bucketlist this holiday!

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Your Ultimate Guide to New Year’s in Hamburg Germany

by geevesupdated on December 28, 2022November 22, 20222 Comments on Your Ultimate Guide to New Year’s in Hamburg Germany

There’s nothing like ringing in the New Year with friends who have no shame dancing the night away with old high school moves, bottles of bubbly endlessly flowing, that glittery dress you were holding onto …

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Forget New Year’s Resolutions, Love Yourself with These 14 Self Care Ideas Instead

by geevesupdated on January 3, 2023January 6, 20221 Comment on Forget New Year’s Resolutions, Love Yourself with These 14 Self Care Ideas Instead

Sometimes we put too much pressure on ourselves to make big changes in the new year and have daunting New Year’s resolutions we often fail to live up to. What if we could skip the …

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Travel Adventures Massachusetts USA Activity Review New Year's Eve

Boston on New Year’s Eve | Roaring 20’s Speakeasy Themed Party Cruise

by geevesupdated on December 28, 2022December 27, 2022Leave a Comment on Boston on New Year’s Eve | Roaring 20’s Speakeasy Themed Party Cruise

Haven’t decided on New Year’s Eve plans yet? That’s ok, it’s not too late! Here’s a recap of a fun Roaring 20’s speakeasy themed party cruise I did in Boston on New Year’s Eve with …

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Valentine’s Day Style Outfits | What to Wear From Head to Toe

by geevesupdated on January 3, 2023February 3, 2022Leave a Comment on Valentine’s Day Style Outfits | What to Wear From Head to Toe

My man could shower me with chocolates, flowers, sweet letters and breakfast in bed… get ready to take me out for a romantic candlelit dinner, and I’d think, “Aww, what a sweet guy”. But, what …

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