Sunday, December 12, 2021

Blown Away by All-Inclusive Hotel Xcaret Arte in Cancun - Part 1


To say I was blown away by the All-Inclusive Hotel Xcaret Arte in Cancun is an understatement. The food is like art on the plate as well as the palate. The rooms are infused with the culture of Mexico and every decoration is locally sourced. From the magic jungle-smelling bubble bath to the environmentally friendly sunscreen and bug repellent - there is no detail left to be wanting. In part 1 I introduce you to the hotel, a few restaurants and take you on a tour of my room and the different hotel Casa's available. Take a tour of the Xcaret Hotel with me!

Sunday, October 24, 2021

Sailing the Islands of Maine | An Authentic Maine Lobster Bake!


Have you ever wanted to be Jack Sparrow or at least sail on a ship? WELL, YOU CAN!!! Minus the guns and swinging from the mast ropes....and general debauchery that is, lol. Go on a grand adventure SAILING THE ISLANDS OF MAINE!! This cruise in Maine will take you past some of the most rugged and gorgeous coastline of the East Coast. Stop at small islands with populations less than 500 and see how they live, go on scavenger hunts, and eat delicious food like an AUTHENTIC MAINE LOBSTER BAKE! Book your ultimate sailing adventure here: https://bit.ly/3z9Suav SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE SHENANIGANS https://bit.ly/2AtJwfC JOIN THE EMAIL LIST SO YOU DON'T MISS A THANG https://bit.ly/3fQ9j0U

Sunday, August 1, 2021

Destrehan Plantation Tour | Life of a House Slave and Field Slave


TAKE A BREAK FROM THE OLYMPICS AND WATCH THIS! 
Destrehan Plantation Tour with Dianne Honore, who is a descendant of Jean Noel Destrehan, is a tour you DON"T want to miss when visiting New Orleans. Located along the great river road, Dianne takes you through what it was like to like to be a house slave, what the life of a field slave was like, cultural influences that affected the flavors of food in Louisiana, and even does a musical demonstration with a real Mardi Gra Indian about what the sounds of music in the fields was like. This is a plantation tour near New Orleans unlike any other you will experience. 

Sunday, July 18, 2021

Laura Plantation in Louisiana | A French Creole Plantation


Take a tour of the Laura Plantation in Louisiana in the Louisiana River Parishes. There is just as much intrigue and gossip that went on in this house as there was in the French court! #travel #FrenchLouisiana #Plantation #ThingstoseeinNewOrleans #LouisianaRiverParishes #LouisianaPlantation https://youtu.be/KMSBWL_FdS8

Sunday, May 30, 2021

The Ultimate Guide To Dollywood


Dollywood is in Pigeon Forge Tennessee and right next to the Smoky Mountain National Park, one of the most visited National Parks in the USA. There are 9 rollercoasters in this park including the lightning rod, but can you hit all the rollercoasters in one day? YES, I'll show you how to maximize your time at Dollywood to see it all in one day, the award-winning places to eat in Dollywood, the award-winning children's area, the hidden secrets of Dollywood, and the mysterious Wooden Box at the Dream More Resort!

Sunday, April 18, 2021

Native American Ruins in Arizona | Tuzigoot & Montezuma's Castle


Arizona is a safe haven for many Native American Tribes, as well as Ancient Native Americans who were masterful architects. Some ruins date all the way back to 1000 CE/AD. Come with me as we explore ancient ruins, cliff dwellings, desert survival skills of the ancient people of the Southwest United States. We will be visiting Montezuma's Castle, Montezuma's Well, A Pit Dwelling, Tuzigoot National Monument, and Tuzigoot Museum.


Monday, March 22, 2021

Roosevelt Row & First Fridays in Phoenix | Things To See in Phoenix


You know when you have a series of events happen that make you KNOW that you are in the right place at the right time and meeting the right people? That is what it felt like when I met one of the artists of the many incredible murals along Roosevelt Row in downtown Phoenix. Take a look and let me know what y'all think!