5 Days of Roman Wonders – History, Culture, and La Dolce Vita!

By |2025-04-04T17:28:02-04:00April 4th, 2025|Articles, Blog|

The magnificence of Rome, the Eternal City, unfolds through its rich art, iconic architecture, delectable food, high fashion, and vibrant neighborhoods. A visit to this 2,000-year-old city offers a fascinating journey back in time, immersing you in the era of emperors and gladiators. Strolling through the historic center, you'll witness the genius of Roman and [...]

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Choo-Choo Charm: Sleep in Style aboard Vintage Railcars

By |2025-03-27T09:26:58-04:00March 26th, 2025|Articles, Blog|

Sleep in Style aboard Vintage Railcars You do not have to be a train enthusiast to appreciate the one-of-a-kind escape offered at Hideaway on the Hocking, 15 minutes south of Athen, Ohio. They've transformed colorful, vintage train cabooses into cozy cabin suites, each parked on sections of the original rail tracks that once passed by [...]

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Hideaway on the Hocking: A Springtime Rejuvenation Vacation

By |2025-03-27T09:24:24-04:00March 26th, 2025|Articles, Blog|

Contemporary Cabins If you're in the market for a fun, easy escape, look no further than Athens County in southern Ohio! Our recent family road trip to Hideaway on the Hocking, 15 minutes south of Athens, was quite the rejuvenation vacation. We were greeted by warm spring weather and sunny skies, making for the perfect [...]

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Soaking in History: A Tranquil Escape at the Omni Homestead’s Warm Springs Pool

By |2025-02-24T12:07:12-05:00February 24th, 2025|Articles, Blog|

The Warm Springs Pools at the Omni Homestead Resort in Virginia offer a one-of-a-kind, rejuvenating experience, where nearly two million gallons of natural mineral waters flow daily from the heart of the Allegheny Mountains through the town and into these historic natural pools. The soothing thermal springs maintain a steady 98-degree temperature and have been [...]

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The Magic of Winter at the Omni Homestead, Va.

By |2025-02-24T12:08:00-05:00January 29th, 2025|Articles, Blog|

Nestled in the heart of the Allegheny Mountains, the Omni Homestead Resort transforms into a winter wonderland when the temperatures drop. January is nothing short of magical, especially when it comes with heated pools, soothing thermal waters, crackling fire pits, cozy snow-covered domes, and delicious dining—all under one roof. With its charming blend of historic [...]

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Junto Hotel: Fun in Franklinton

By |2024-09-12T15:17:36-04:00September 12th, 2024|Articles, Blog|

The Junto: A Lifestyle Hotel We used The Junto Hotel as our home base for a staycation in Franklinton as part of my research for The Insiders Guide to Columbus, 3rd ed. It was our first time staying here and we had a really nice experience. The king suite was spacious and modern with nice [...]

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Epic Golf at Bedford Springs Resort Old Course

By |2024-08-01T15:16:49-04:00October 24th, 2023|Articles, Blog|

Keeping the birthday golf tradition alive on the gorgeous and highly challenging Old Course at The Omni Bedford Springs Resort. The beautiful Allegheny Mountains surround the historic course (c. 1895) while a babbling trout stream criss-crosses through it. Our room overlooked the golf course, allowing us to watch the blazing autumn sunsets. We both really [...]

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Sweet Serenity: The Spa at The Omni Homestead

By |2023-10-24T16:13:26-04:00July 6th, 2023|Articles, Blog|

We excel at spa-ing. It might be Dan's and my favorite thing to do together, besides golfing, cooking, gardening, and many other things... but knowing that a fabulous spa day is approaching, I tend to get a little giddy. As a longtime patron of Omni Hotels, the Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia, has been on [...]

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Ritual & Refinement: Afternoon Tea at the Driskill Hotel

By |2024-07-02T13:33:18-04:00February 27th, 2023|Articles, Blog|

I have been on an Afternoon Tea odyssey for years. There is something genteel and charming about the formality of it all. Tea cups with roses. Tiny sandwiches. Tiers of miniature sweets. We accepted a gracious invitation to enjoy Afternoon Tea at the Driskill Hotel, Austin's classic Grand Dame located downtown on Brazos and 6th. [...]

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The Nation’s Oldest First Tee

By |2023-01-25T16:48:52-05:00January 24th, 2023|Articles, Blog|

Old Course at The Omni Homestead Resort I love a good history lesson! While researching the two golf courses at The Homestead- The Old Course (1892) and The Cascades  (1924) - I learned the Old Course has the nation's oldest first tee in continuous use. It was a little geek-out golf moment to think we [...]

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The Homestead: America’s First Resort

By |2023-01-24T23:25:06-05:00January 24th, 2023|Articles, Blog|

As a longtime patron of Omni Hotels, the Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia, has been on my to-go list since they acquired the property in 2013. I appreciate the hotel group's custodianship of beautiful resorts often on the National Trust for Historic Preservation and recognized by the Historic Hotels of America, both of which [...]

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Taste of Travel: Apfelkuchen (German Apple Cake)

By |2024-07-31T14:32:09-04:00October 25th, 2022|Blog|

This classic German apple cake is given a hint of fragrant nuttiness by adding almond paste to the batter. Use a variety of tart and slightly sweet apples, but wait to slice them until it is time to add them to the cake, otherwise, the apple's flesh will oxidize and discolor. When it comes time [...]

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