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Central Rooftop Terrace Guest Suite Welcome Amenity in our Airbnb Welcome Basket
Airbnb Hosting

Is An Airbnb Welcome Basket Even Necessary In 2025?

December 23, 2024December 26, 2024 - by Sarah

If you’ve been reading my Airbnb hosting blog for a while, you know that a fairly common theme is comparing things that you think you’re going to do before you …

Blue Haven Resort Pool
Caribbean / Hotels / Travel / Turks and Caicos

Turks and Caicos Collection: Two All-Inclusive Resorts for the Price of One

December 12, 2024April 24, 2026 - by Sarah

With abundant sunshine for most of the year and short flights from much of the Southeastern United States, Turks and Caicos is a wonderful destination for anyone looking to relax …

Key West Florida in February
Florida / Key West / Travel / United States

Finding The Best Key West Tours For Your Family

December 10, 2024December 24, 2025 - by Sarah

I absolutely love visiting Key West! It’s one of my favorite vacation destinations in the United States. The tropical island weather, exotic feel, and laid-back atmosphere make it a perfect …

Backyard Furniture From Wayfair feat Polywood loungers and cushions
Airbnb Hosting / Shopping

Buying The Best Outdoor Furniture For Airbnb Rentals At Wayfair

December 2, 2024December 9, 2024 - by Sarah

When setting up a new Airbnb rental property, it’s common to focus on the inside. However, in many vacation destinations, your outdoor spaces are just as important! So, today, I …

Wayfair Favorites Dining Room
Airbnb Hosting / Shopping

Wayfair Favorites: Top Things To Buy For Your Short-Term Rental

November 21, 2024December 3, 2024 - by Sarah

When furnishing or updating your short-term rental, you often don’t have time to go from store to store, measuring items, arranging for pickup, and trying to find the perfect item. …

Lima Surf Lessons
Peru / South America / Travel

9 Fun Things To Do In Lima With Teenagers

November 13, 2024December 26, 2024 - by Sarah

When I was on a media trip to Lima, Peru, in late August, I kept saying, “My kids would love this!” I was surprised at all of the fun things …

Munich Germany River Surfing
Europe / Germany / Travel

Munich River Surfing: Tours and Tips For Surfing the Eisbach River

November 11, 2024January 16, 2026 - by Sarah

Last summer, Abby and I took an amazing trip to Munich, Germany, and Salzburg, Austria. It was our first time visiting these beautiful European cities, and we quickly fell in …

Gift Guide / Shopping

Favorite Things Party Gift Ideas + How To Host One

November 8, 2024April 28, 2025 - by Sarah

Today, I want to tell you about one of my favorite traditions—a favorite things party. These gift exchanges are actually really fun year-round, and we love to incorporate them into …

Rome Colosseum Italy Family Travel
Europe / Italy / Travel

Finding The Best Rome Golf Cart Tours

November 5, 2024December 26, 2024 - by Sarah

This summer, our family took a bucket-list trip to Europe for three weeks, visiting the French and Italian coasts, Venice, and Rome. We absolutely loved our time in Rome and …

Travel Bloggers in Italy
Airbnb Hosting

Should You Host Influencers And Creators At Your Airbnb?

October 24, 2024October 24, 2024 - by Sarah

Today, I want to answer a question that came from my Airbnb Hosting Facebook Group: Should you host influencers and creators at your Airbnb? By “host,” I mean give them …

Destin Boat Dolphin Tours
Florida / Travel

Dolphin Tours In Destin, Florida: Everything You Need To Know

October 22, 2024December 26, 2024 - by Sarah

Our family really enjoys taking dolphin cruises whenever we go to the Florida beaches near our home. We all enjoy feeling the warm sun, seeing the blue-green ocean waters, and …

Walking Into Rome Colosseum
Europe / Italy / Travel

Rome Jubilee: Should You Plan A Trip To Rome in 2025?

October 16, 2024December 25, 2024 - by Sarah

We absolutely love Rome and had an amazing time visiting the city this past summer. During our trip, we noticed a lot of areas were blocked off and under construction, …

WAYARUMI Hotel Carhuaz Premier Deluxe Suite
Hotels / Peru / South America / Travel

Wayarumi Sky Hotel: A Stunning Boutique Hotel In Carhuaz, Peru

October 10, 2024October 10, 2024 - by Sarah

Last month, I had the incredible opportunity to visit one of Peru’s lesser-known parts: the Ancash region. You may not have heard of it because, up until recently, it required …

Murano Italy Boat in the Canals
Europe / Italy / Travel

Finding The Best Venice Boat Tours

October 7, 2024October 7, 2024 - by Sarah

During our trip to Europe this summer, we had the chance to explore the French and Italian Rivieras and then spend time in Rome and Venice, Italy. While in Venice, …

Seacrest Beach Rental Condo cover photo for a blog post about airbnb guest damages and reimbursement through aircover
Airbnb Hosting

How Do You Get Reimbursed If An Airbnb Guest Damages Your Property?

October 4, 2024January 6, 2026 - by Sarah

It’s the moment we all dread as Airbnb hosts—when an Airbnb guest damages your property or steals from you. But it will inevitably happen! So, today, I want to discuss …

Swimming With Sea Lions Lima Peru
Adventures / Peru / South America / Travel

Swimming With Sea Lions Near Lima: A Palomino Islands Peru Adventure

October 2, 2024October 2, 2024 - by Sarah

Last month when visiting Lima, Peru, I had the opportunity to go swimming with sea lions in the South Pacific Ocean. It was incredible! So, today, I want to tell …

Lodge At Gulf State Park
Alabama / Hotels / Travel

Stay And Play At The Lodge At Gulf State Park In Gulf Shores, Alabama

September 26, 2024September 28, 2024 - by Sarah

If you are looking for a great hotel in Gulf Shores, Alabama, listen up because today I am sharing all about The Lodge at Gulf State Park.  This is a beachfront …

arriving to Castaway Island on a family trip To Fiji
Fiji / Oceania / Travel

Why A Fiji Vacation Should Be On Your Radar Now More Than Ever

September 23, 2024December 13, 2024 - by Sarah

Bula! If you have ever visited Fiji, you know how important that phrase is in their culture. It means hello, welcome, life, cheers, blessings, good health, and more. For me, …

The Gulf Orange Beach
Alabama / Travel

The Perfect Orange Beach & Gulf Shores Weekend Itinerary

September 20, 2024June 18, 2025 - by Sarah

The Alabama beaches are the perfect destination for a weekend getaway! From beautiful white sand beaches to top-notch dining experiences, you’ll never run out of things to do with this …

Airbnb First Aid Kits
Airbnb Hosting / Shopping

Why You Need An Airbnb First Aid Kit In Your Short Term Rental

September 18, 2024December 26, 2025 - by Sarah

To be a successful Airbnb host and earn 5-star reviews, you need to anticipate your guests’ needs. This is what separates top Airbnb hosts from the average ones. Today, I …

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