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The following articles and blog posts were written for various publications by Wanderlust Tours owner, Shawnie Kelley. All content is copyrighted and can not be reproduced without consent.
5 Days of Roman Wonders – History, Culture, and La Dolce Vita!
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 [...]
Choo-Choo Charm: Sleep in Style aboard Vintage Railcars
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, [...]
Hideaway on the Hocking: A Springtime Rejuvenation Vacation
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 [...]
Soaking in History: A Tranquil Escape at the Omni Homestead’s Warm Springs Pool
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 Magic of Winter at the Omni Homestead, Va.
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 [...]
Junto Hotel: Fun in Franklinton
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 [...]
Experience Matters: Omni Downtown Austin
"Experiences Matter Here" isn't just a tagline for the Omni Hotels brand, it's a reality. Experience the Club Level Experience the Pool
Epic Golf at Bedford Springs Resort Old Course
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 [...]
Sweet Serenity: The Spa at The Omni Homestead
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 [...]
Ritual & Refinement: Afternoon Tea at the Driskill Hotel
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 [...]
The Nation’s Oldest First Tee
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 [...]
The Leveque Hotel: A Beacon of Hospitality
The Leveque Tower has been a beacon of the Columbus skyline since 1927. This iconic Art Deco building was built by the American Insurance Company as an office building with 600 hotel rooms. The attached [...]