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Turtle Bay Resort in Hawaii
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Check-In: Turtle Bay Resort, Oahu

Luxury, seclusion, nature at its finest – all on Oahu’s fabled North Shore Aloha! On our first trip to the Hawaiian Islands we visited both the island of Oahu and the Big Island. Prior to our visit The Husband made one request for our first stop on Oahu – “to stay in one place and

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May 19, 2017
Looking for the best ways to earn reward points for travel? Here are some of the top tips picking the best travel rewards credit cards
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Tips for Picking a Travel Rewards Credit Card

What are some of the best ways to earn points for travel? It’s a question I’m often asked and one with so many answers. For my family, earning loyalty reward points we can redeem for travel has become a gateway to almost free travel. Ok, it’s more like discounted travel…but still. We’ve used travel rewards

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May 1, 2017
Colorado

Eco-Friendly Adventures and Unplugged Escapes Throughout Colorado

What better way to celebrate Earth Day this week than to highlight eco-friendly adventures and unplugged escapes throughout Mother Nature’s playground, otherwise known as Colorado. Throughout Colorado, businesses have worked to develop programs that protect and nurture the environment, and help visitors do their part by immersing themselves in environmentally friendly accommodations, dining experiences and

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April 17, 2017
New York

Brooklyn Travel Guide

The distinct culture, deep-rooted history and magnetic energy of Brooklyn make it one of the most beloved and revered destinations in America. All you need to know is in this Brooklyn Travel Guide.

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March 21, 2017
Massachusetts

8 Incredible (Free) Things to Do in Cape Cod

Free things to do in Cape Cod, they do exist… By Contributing Writer, Alice Ross with Travelista Cape Cod is one of the most popular summer destinations in the United States. Although visiting Cape Cod during the other time of the year would also be a fun experience, summertime offers the most diverse things to do

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March 6, 2017
Things to do in Miami
Florida

Miami Travel Guide

This post is originally from IHG’s Miami Travel Guide. Miami, with world class beaches, vibrant Latin influences and gorgeous Art Deco architecture is the ultimate destination for a beach vacation. You’ll find relaxation, trendy nightclubs, amazing cuisine, cutting-edge art galleries and plenty of culture, and there are great hotels in Miami near it all. Things

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February 22, 2017
For the Love of Wine. Click over to read what award winning winemakers have to say about when they "fell in love" with wine.
Interview with a Winemaker

For the Love of Wine…

Carpe Travel has had the privilege to interview several amazing winemakers, this Valentine’s Day we shares the details on when they fell in love with wine.  

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February 10, 2017
Colorado

Lunch or Happy Hour with a View? The Best Rooftop Bars in Denver.

By Hans Ebenman, Contributing Writer Visiting Denver soon? Looking for some rooftop bars and restaurants with amazing views of the Rocky Mountains?  The Rooftop Guide has rounded-up the best rooftop bars from all over the world, including Denver. Here’s our list of the best rooftop bars in Denver. Los Chingones Mexican food, cozy atmosphere, might

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February 8, 2017
Looking for things to do in Santa Cruz? How about wine tasting? Click over for The MUST visit Wineries in Santa Cruz.
California

The MUST Visit Wineries in Santa Cruz

By Tom Masters, Contributing Writer Santa Cruz is well-known for being the “birthplace” of surfing and hosting more than 20 luxurious miles of sandy shoreline where surfers gather to hit the waves. You may be surprised to hear that just like Napa Valley and other popular wine worthy areas of the country, Santa Cruz is

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February 1, 2017
Colorado

Taking an EPIC Family Vacation…is Possible

As a parent the work never stops, even on a vacation. There’s little people who need to be fed. Activities to be planned that make everyone happy. Backpacks, snacks, water bottles and epi pens to keep up with. Playing lifeguard at the pool when all you really want to do is sit and sip a

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January 26, 2017

Four Great Reasons To Travel Internationally With Your Kids

By Chris Price, Contributing Writer When it comes to traveling, many couples would rather leave the kids at home than drag them along for the ride. There are some pretty good reasons to leave children with grandparents or other trusted family members or friends when traveling. These include reduced expenses and some nice alone time

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January 23, 2017
A guide to Colorado's Diverse Winter Accomadations
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Colorado’s Diverse Winter Accommodations

Colorado is synonymous with winter. In fact, the state is one of the top winter destinations in the world, but it’s not just a winter snow skiing and boarding destination. Across the state, hotels, lodges, ranches and even yurts have elevated their offerings to appease guests and create an unforgettable winter vacation, many of which

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November 11, 2016
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New Orleans Most Haunted

New Orleans creepiest places to catch the paranormal As the home of Jazz, Cajun food, and the yearly Mardis Gras celebration, New Orleans has a special place in American culture. Yet aside from these well-known customs, The Big Easy has also become notorious for legends of the paranormal. While walking the French Quarter, visitors can

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October 4, 2016
Colorado

Things to do in Denver with Kids (and without): GameWorks

It’s summer and we’re back in Colorado for the next few months. As the summer temperatures continue to rise, finding activities to beat the heat is key. Yes, the pool, white water rafting, paddle boarding and escaping to the high country top my list but they’re not always do-able, especially on a Thursday afternoon. Enter

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July 14, 2016
Arts in the Open - a great family event at
Colorado

Theatre Hikes at Chautauqua Park Boulder

This post has been updated since its original posting on August, 2014. Do you like to hike? What about see live theatre performances? Did you know you can do both at the same time? Arts in the Open, formally known as Colorado Theatre-Hikes combines the two – an outdoor hike with amazing views paired with

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July 2, 2016

Hiking with Kids: Top Steamboat Springs Hiking Trails

Winter in Steamboat Springs, Colorado may be filled with skiing, sleigh rides, sledding and snowmobiling but summer has even more activities to offer. Hot Springs. Rafting. Camping. Biking. Hiking. And more… Given that hiking tops our list of family summer activities in Colorado I’ve rounded up seven easy Steamboat Springs hiking trails that are perfect

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June 20, 2016
California

Check-in: The Craftsman Inn

A Charming Napa Valley Bed & Breakfast in Calistoga The Craftsman Inn is one of the top rated Calistoga bed and breakfasts in Napa Valley, and for good reason. This upscale bed and breakfast occupies a restored 1910 Craftsman house in downtown Calistoga. The house was restored in 2006 and the owners did a fabulous

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May 2, 2016
Colorado

Powder Steering: Learning to drive a snowcat

Forget carving the slopes on skis, try sculpting the snow with a snowcat. The power and the speed made my heart race, 10 miles per hour never felt so fast. I pulled the two control leavers to slowly bring the Bison X down in speed, it wasn’t graceful of course but in a rather jerking

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March 10, 2016
Inspiring TED Talks to fuel your wanderlust
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Top 5 Inspirational TED Talks (to fuel your wanderlust)

Did you know today is the last day of Christmas? You know, those “12 Days of Christmas” we hear in all the marketing hype really begins on Christmas Day, not the 11 days before.  (Click here for your history lesson. ) And so I have a question… So, this is Christmas, and what have you

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January 5, 2016
Top Fitness Apps to help you stay fit when traveling
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Top 9 Fitness Apps to Help You Stay Fit While Traveling

Creating and sticking with a fitness routine is one thing, it’s a completely different thing when you’re traveling. I’ve tried it. Hitting the hotel gym for an hour, running alongside the beach, trying to find a safe yet interesting jogging route, doing my Pilates routine that’s scribbled on a piece of paper I keep in

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January 1, 2016