Jasmine The Invincible

In September of 2017, my best friend and I visited New Orleans. I've never felt more at home while vacationing than I did while in NOLA. It is almost like my soul exclaimed: "We have finally returned!" The food & drinks were awesome, the history was titillating, and the adventures were unmatched.  We spent most of our time exploring the French Quarter and trying lots of food (none of which is pictured). If you love history, awesome storytelling, and live for a good bowl steamy goodness -- then New Orleans would be right up your alley.  Photos below. Questions are welcomed in the comments! This courtyard is actually featured in an episode of American Horror Story: Coven! Jackson Square facing Saint Louis Cathedral Louis Armstrong Park Face fulla wonder! Cats Meow on Burbon Street - best karaoke in NOLA Photo credit: @Dangerblurbs @ Invincible_Jas

Shenandoah Crossing is a hidden jewel. This beautiful property is situated along the picturesque backdrop of the rolling Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah River. The campus is located in Gordonsville VA, and it is well off of the beaten path. The nearest stores are about 15-20 minutes away, so you have to be happy with the onsite offerings if you do not want to have to drive very far for entertainment/shopping. The property offers a number of well-done amenities including a gym, horse stables, putt-putt golf, pools and hot tubs, an arcade, a general store and a bar/restaurant.  At check-in you receive a schedule of events for the week that range anywhere from free-$20 per person. My fiance and I noticed there were cool things going on during the weekdays before our check-in, but not much else during the weekend. Monday-Thursday they offered craft-making, tours, and various other activities for guest to enjoy.    It would have been nice to have the option ...

This is not an endorsed post. I used my own money to pay for this trip. Below is my honest opinion of my experience. During our Shenandoah Crossing baecation , my fiance and I decided to venture into the woodlands of Virginia and seek out the majestic Stone Mountain Vineyards. I'd purchased a Groupon for a wine tasting for two which included a cheese plate. The drive from Quicksburg, VA to Dyke, Virginia takes about an hour. It is a beautiful, peaceful ride. We passed farms, adorable country cottages, and miles and miles of sprawling, green fields. That being said, the drive up the mountain is TERRIFYING! It is not at all for the faint of heart. The road is very narrow and literally windes around the edge of a steep mountain. We were scared that a passing vehicle would push us off the roadway, or that a bear would fall out of a tree and onto the hood of our car. On a more serious note, it is very difficult to navigate the roadway if a vehicle is approaching you in the ...

Image from Groupon.com Soooooo let me start this off by stating that I am a cruise fanatic. I have cruised Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and Princess. This wasn't even my first trip to the Bahamas -  I actually visited Paradise Island about 4 months before my January 2016 trip. Previous promotion for Bahamas Paradise on Groupon This adventure begins with me purchasing this Groupon for my mother as a part of her Christmas gift. The deal was for an Ocean View room for 2 people for $189 for a two-day cruise out of West Palm Beach. Not a bad rate at all. I figured I could find her and my Pop and cheap flight for their quick cruise. However, once other family members learned about this deal it quickly turned into a family vacation. Six of us total - myself included. I was in charge of booking for four of us. Two people booked separately but were told they would be across the hall from us. We were fine with that. We figured we'd all be in the same vicinity. I w...

I really needed to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, so I searched on Groupon for a short-drive adventure for under $25. To my surprise (and excitement!) I found a deal for Shenandoah Caverns located in Quicksburg, VA . The deal included admission for two for $27 - a great deal considering general admission is $25 per person full priced. I called up my cousin (one of my favorite travel partners), prepared a picnic lunch, and together we hit the road! Quicksburg is about a two-hour drive from Southern Maryland. My cousin and I ate breakfast and listened to tunes on the way down. There isn't very much to do in the Quicksburg area. It is mostly beautiful scenery, highways, with the occasional gas station/rest stop along the way. This makes it perfect for a scenic drive when the weather is nice. Image from Go Blue Ridge Travel We arrived at Shenandoah Caverns around 10:00 a.m. My cousin and I took photos of the surrounding area then perused the gift sh...