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Historic Sites & Homes

Hidden Spots for Afternoon Tea on the Space Coast

Feb 26, 2026

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7 min read

Hidden Spots for Afternoon Tea on the Space Coast

A historic Queen Anne house plus a new cozy spot in downtown Melbourne, Florida.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Food

Jan 22, 2026

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8 min read

🐸Frog Legs, Gator Tails & Florida Fun

Discovering if Frog Legs Really Taste Like Chicken at the Fellsmere Frog Leg Festival

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

Ft. George Island: A Beautiful Place with a Difficult History

Jan 8, 2026

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10 min read

Ft. George Island: A Beautiful Place with a Difficult History

A ferry ride, memorable meals, and an eye-opening plantation visit.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

Helen, Georgia: A Little Slice of Bavaria in the Blue Ridge

Dec 18, 2025

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11 min read

Helen, Georgia: A Little Slice of Bavaria in the Blue Ridge

A festive mountain town with yummy food for an easygoing winter getaway

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Montréal, Canada

Wandering Through Mile End: Montréal’s Creative Heart

Dec 4, 2025

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9 min read

Wandering Through Mile End: Montréal’s Creative Heart

Inspiring street photography and artisan boutiques in Mile End before heading downtown to view contemporary art.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

November in Montréal: From Hochelaga to a Historic Chapel Tower

Nov 27, 2025

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9 min read

November in Montréal: From Hochelaga to a Historic Chapel Tower

Snowy strolls, shared meals, and a chapel that tells Montréal’s earliest stories.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Touring the Oldest House in Upstate New York: The Bronck Houses of Coxsackie

Oct 23, 2025

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8 min read

Touring the Oldest House in Upstate New York: The Bronck Houses of Coxsackie

A journey through 17th-century Dutch heritage, Revolutionary roots, and Hudson Valley charm.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

Oct 16, 2025

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10 min read

A Quick Burlington Getaway

Exploring Burlington Vermont's waterfront, Church Street, and a cruise on Lake Champlain.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

Oct 9, 2025

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7 min read

Discovering Vergennes and Lake Champlain’s Maritime Museum

History, heritage, and great food as we took the scenic route to Burlington, Vermont.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Covered Bridges and Fall Colors in Schoharie County NY

Oct 2, 2025

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6 min read

Covered Bridges and Fall Colors in Schoharie County NY

A fall road trip with covered bridges, a pretty park, and a cozy café.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Autumn Wine Adventures in the Northern Hudson Valley

Sep 25, 2025

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6 min read

Autumn Wine Adventures in the Northern Hudson Valley

Tasting rooms, vineyards, and cozy wine bars to explore this fall

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

Short but Sweet: Exploring York & Hershey, PA

Sep 4, 2025

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8 min read

Short but Sweet: Exploring York & Hershey, PA

From a riverside mansion filled with artwork to a butterfly atrium and rose garden in full bloom, here’s we how ended our summer in PA.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Exploring Clermont, NY: A Mansion, Ruins & Riverfront Picnic

Aug 21, 2025

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8 min read

Exploring Clermont, NY: A Mansion, Ruins & Riverfront Picnic

Discover Clermont State Historic Site - Home to seven generations of Livingstons, sweeping Hudson River views, and one unforgettable house tour.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Exploring Pleasant Valley NY – a bit of History and a big Brunch!

Aug 14, 2025

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6 min read

Exploring Pleasant Valley NY – a bit of History and a big Brunch!

History buffs and brunch lovers will definitely enjoy in Pleasant Valley in Dutchess County. I’m glad we checked it out!

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

Modern Montréal: Wild, Artful and Delicious

Aug 7, 2025

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7 min read

Modern Montréal: Wild, Artful and Delicious

Discover immersive wildlife habitats, stunning contemporary installations, and memorable meals in Montréal.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

Gothic Beauty and City Views in Montréal

Jul 31, 2025

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5 min read

Gothic Beauty and City Views in Montréal

Notre-Dame Basilica, rooftop dining, and the oldest public clock in the Americas—just a few gems from this unforgettable city.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

Step Inside Lawndale Historic Home: A Rockledge, FL Hidden Gem

Jul 10, 2025

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5 min read

Step Inside Lawndale Historic Home: A Rockledge, FL Hidden Gem

Explore this beautiful late 1800’s home, built by citrus pioneer Hiram Smith Williams and take a step back to 19th-century Florida.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Rhinebeck, New York: A Charming Hudson Valley Getaway

Jun 19, 2025

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5 min read

Rhinebeck, New York: A Charming Hudson Valley Getaway

Explore tree-lined streets bursting with restaurants, shops and more.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

Fellsmere, FL – Interesting History, Good Eats and Neat Shops

Mar 20, 2025

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4 min read

Fellsmere, FL – Interesting History, Good Eats and Neat Shops

We made two separate day trips to Fellsmere, Florida in the last month, and I couldn’t wait to share this hidden gem with you all. If you love small towns with rich history, good food, and a little bit of quirkiness, you’ll definitely want to add this spot to your travel list!

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Food

Mar 6, 2025

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4 min read

Turkey Creek Sanctuary, Palm Bay Florida

Walk through an undeveloped, native Florida landscape, on a well maintained boardwalk with a few creek overlooks. Then when you're done, head over to Mee Maws for some southern BBQ.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Food

Hidden Spots for Afternoon Tea on the Space Coast

🐸Frog Legs, Gator Tails & Florida Fun

Ft. George Island: A Beautiful Place with a Difficult History

Helen, Georgia: A Little Slice of Bavaria in the Blue Ridge

Wandering Through Mile End: Montréal’s Creative Heart

November in Montréal: From Hochelaga to a Historic Chapel Tower

Touring the Oldest House in Upstate New York: The Bronck Houses of Coxsackie

A Quick Burlington Getaway

Discovering Vergennes and Lake Champlain’s Maritime Museum

Covered Bridges and Fall Colors in Schoharie County NY

Autumn Wine Adventures in the Northern Hudson Valley

Short but Sweet: Exploring York & Hershey, PA

Exploring Clermont, NY: A Mansion, Ruins & Riverfront Picnic

Exploring Pleasant Valley NY – a bit of History and a big Brunch!

Modern Montréal: Wild, Artful and Delicious

Gothic Beauty and City Views in Montréal

Step Inside Lawndale Historic Home: A Rockledge, FL Hidden Gem

Rhinebeck, New York: A Charming Hudson Valley Getaway

Fellsmere, FL – Interesting History, Good Eats and Neat Shops

Turkey Creek Sanctuary, Palm Bay Florida

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