While doing some research trying to find the perfect meeting point between New Jersey + Massachusetts for my family, you might assume it’s somewhere purely practical like Bridgeport, Connecticut, which technically sits right in the middle. But in reality, most families (mine included) skip the exact midpoint in favor of somewhere a little more special. That’s where the Hudson Valley + Catskills come in....enjoy my CATSKILLS, NY TRAVEL GUIDE here!

This summer, the DeRosa family is gathering for a reunion in beautiful Sunset Beach, North Carolina + we couldn’t be more excited. Below you’ll find a collection of recommendations gathered from our family members as we plan the trip, from favorite restaurants to fun things to do in the area.

I’m so excited to officially share something I’ve been working on behind the scenes… I’m now an affiliate partner with Expedia Group, and I’ve created my very own Travel Shop featuring all of my personally curated hotel recommendations!

My Favorite TRAVEL Books.

VALENTINE'S DAY - Gift Guides + Romantic Getaways

Enjoy my nostalgic blog post rich with vivid memories, and that special kind of Disney magic as I recall my days working for "the mouse" as a Walt Disney Imagineer and Product Developer at Disney Design Group and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Merchandise.

My AMAZON PRIME SALE Picks - TRAVEL Edition!

TOILETRIES - What I'm Packing For Summer Vacation

What I'm Packing For Summer Vacation - CLOTHES + ACCESSORIES

Enjoy my complete Guide To Nantucket, Massachusetts. Here you will find where to stay, where to eat and where to shop and more!

Discover the South of France with my travel guide for the best and most iconic hotels, Michelin restaurants, things to do and more.

These charming small towns + cities from mountains to sunny beaches are the perfect places to welcome fall! Click HERE To Book Your Stay At Any Of The Destinations Below NEW YORK CITY Photo courtesy of Park Lane Peak fall foliage the week of Oct. 4 , but there should be great viewing from Sept. 20 - Oct. 25. Photo courtesy of The Mark Fall is a perfect time to visit New York City . Explore all the shops, restaurants + museums the city has to offer, or relax + take in a Br

Check out all my favorite beach and park essentials.

Since having my first surgery (which you can read about here ) to remove an osteoma from my head, I’ve learned that a little preparation can make a big difference in both your hospital stay + recovery at home. Before going in, I spent time putting together a hospital bag + gathering a few items I thought might make recovery easier. I’m sharing what I packed + what I’ve been using since coming home, all of which are linked on my ShopMy / Amazon list here My RECOVERY Items C

Costa Rica is a place that I really want to visit someday. I want to preface this post with a note that I have collaborated with friends who have visited or live in Costa Rica + did my own extensive research + spoke to many of the businesses mentioned to help write this post. Thank you (you know who you are) for your time, suggestions + feedback! Costa Rica is a breathtaking natural wonder. In addition to world-class beaches, it has some of the most bio-diverse ecosystems o

Zion National Park is only 2.5 hours from Las Vegas, which made it the perfect road-trip adventure. My friends and I drove from Los Angeles to Vegas, checked into the Hard Rock Hotel for the night, and did exactly what our bodies needed before days of hiking + camping: a relaxing dinner, a swim, a bubble bath (very important, for me), and the deepest sleep of my life. Click   HERE   To Book Your Stay At Any Of The Places Mentioned In This Post Click the > arrow to view more p

New Jersey is packed with things to do and spots to see, whether you’re interested in discovering hidden gems or exploring local...

In Part 2 of my New Jersey Travel Guide, I'll take you from Hamburg (the northernmost county in the State of New Jersey + the epitome of...

Part of living a full life in the community includes being able to travel to faraway locations for both work and pleasure. People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) are entitled to this piece of community participation—just like anyone else—and should be able to navigate air transit comfortably to experience the same opportunities as every other traveler. People with autism and other I/DDs often experience barriers to participating in air travel. Airports

If you’ve ever arrived on an international flight carrying 500 passengers, you know that the line at customs can be brutally long. And...