Category Archives: Travel

Skinny Dennis & The Hugh Bob and The Hustle Outing

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Kourtney

  Our journey into the city for Hugh Bob began in Stamford. Which is one of the most confusing train station I’ve been in in the U.S. Never ever going there again confusing. Did I mention that I printed the … Continue reading →

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The Journey Home: From Park Falls to Minneapolis to Hartford

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Kourtney

          We checked out of Munro Manor and said a sad goodbye to Beth, then we dropped some bookmarks at the library and went to the post office to ship books and souvenirs home. We headed … Continue reading →

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The Great Escape: from CT to MN to WI

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Kourtney

My dad and I drove up to Bradley International Airport near Hartford and stumbled on a replica of the Mark Twain House. We had the conundrum of do we eat before or after the security checkpoint. We opted for before … Continue reading →

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Harris Ranch–The Best Lunch of my Lifetime

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Kourtney

A few hours into our roadtrip from LA to Napa, we reach The Harris Ranch Restaurant. Located in the middle of America’s breadbasket, which produces a large portion of our food source. It’s not just a lunch spot but a … Continue reading →

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Hendry Ranch Wines In Napa Valley

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Kourtney

J and I booked a tour of Hendry Ranch Wines because it was ranked #1 on TripAdvisor for activities in Napa. It had some of the best reviews ever. We decided this was our winery tour and tasting place. The … Continue reading →

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I’m in New York This Week

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Kourtney

I came in Monday night for MWA’s Edgars Week. Crashed with Cousin G and E. Had a wonderful time with them! Today, I’m moving to Ant’s for two nights. This afternoon I’m running some errands in the city. This evening, … Continue reading →

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Movie Review– Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part II

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Kourtney

I can’t believe I saw the final Harry Potter movie in Hong Kong. Perfect timing. I missed the US release date and we were in London for the blink of an eye. But in HK we stumbled across the Times … Continue reading →

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What to Do in the Northwoods in a Day?

Posted on August 11, 2010 by Kourtney

What did we do besides stay at the amazing Deer Haven Lodge? We had a fun packed day hiking 2 miles at the Copper Falls State Park. The water is dark brown and made me long for a root beer … Continue reading →

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Deer Haven Lodge–The best Wisconsin Vacation Getaway

Posted on August 10, 2010 by Kourtney

We pulled up at 6:30 after about 6 hours of driving from Milwaukee. OL and I started smiling the minute we turned into the driveway for Deer Haven Lodge. I stopped the car and demanded he takes pictures. As we … Continue reading →

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Wisconsin Here I come

Posted on August 6, 2010 by Kourtney

I hate the muggy heat of summers here. I got back from Newport and it was nice. 80s. For two days I could wear jeans. Sigh. Now muggy again. But I am heading out to Wisconsin for a long weekend … Continue reading →

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