Is a Bermuda Food Tour Worth It? Eating Through Hamilton’s Best Spots

The Hog Penny, Hamilton, Bermuda.

I visited Bermuda last Labor Day weekend for the first time, even though its only a 2 hour flight from NYC and had been on my travel list for years. Part of my first full day on the island was spent in food tour around Hamilton, Bermuda’s capital and largest city (or really, town). It’s the colorful, shop filled streets that you see in photos. While most prioritize Bermuda’s beaches, we really like to eat and drink, and we visit beaches enough that we felt we could dedicate a morning to learning more about Bermuda’s culture, which is just what this tour provided (in addition to a large lunch and several drinks!).

Colorful shop-lined Front Street in Hamilton, Bermuda

Hamilton, Bermuda.

We began our tour on Front Street, Hamilton’s main drag. The tour consisted of about 10 people, most visiting from the United States for Labor Day weekend. The tour began at 11:15 AM and lasted about 3 hours, taking us solidly into the afternoon. All it, it was a fun experience. I would take the tour again and recommend it to those in Bermuda who need a break from the beach.

A tile mural on a wall in Hamilton, Bermuda

A pretty mural in Hamilton, Bermuda made from tile.

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Christmas Tea at Edinburgh Castle: A Festive Treat or Just Regular Afternoon Tea?

Christmas Tea. Edinburgh Castle, Scotland.

When we visited Edinburgh for Hogmanay, I could not resist booking a “Christmas Tea” at Edinburgh Castle. It sounded magical. We reserved and paid for the tea in advance, excited for a festive afternoon surrounded by holiday cheer. The experience turned out to be fun and fine—though not quite as Christmasy as I’d hoped or imagined. It ended up being more of a regular tea, just taking place during the Christmas season. In this post, I’ll share all the details of our Edinburgh Castle Christmas Tea and what to expect if you’re planning to go yourself! And side note, I am pretty sure the Edinburgh Castle Tea is very similar to the Christmas Tea year round, so read this before booking any Edinburgh Castle Tea experience.

Standing in front of the entrance gate at Edinburgh Castle, Scotland

In front of Edinburgh Castle. You cannot get past the entrance gate without a ticket.

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Tottenham Hotspur Premium Travel Club Review: Is the Hospitality Package Worth It?

Tottenham Hotspurs Stadium.

Last January, Dan and I spent a long weekend in London with our friends, Bryan and Pryor. Bryan is a Tottenham Hotspur supporter (yes, I have the lingo down), and Hotspur were playing in London on the one full day we were in town. We purchased Hotspur tickets with access to the Travel Club Premium Lounge in the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. This post provides a detailed description of what you can expect when purchasing a Hotspur ticket with access to the Travel Club Premium Lounge.

Our group at a Tottenham Hotspur match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London

Here’s the group at the Tottenham Hotspur match.

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Hotel Raito – A Magical Amalfi Weekend Away From The Crowds!

Hotel Raito. Raito, Italia.

If you read my latest post, you know that the first proper stop on our big Italian family vacation in 2025 was in Raito, Italy, which is located just above Vietri sul Mare on the Amalfi Coast. Very swoon. And, we stayed at the absolute loveliest hotel, Hotel Raito. This post describes our wonderful time at Hotel Raito and provides a detailed review of our stay!

The view of the Gulf of Salerno from a Deluxe Sea View room at Hotel Raito

View from Room 514 (Deluxe Sea View room).

Sunrise over the Gulf of Salerno from Hotel Raito on the Amalfi Coast

The sunrise at Hotel Raito. I’m not a morning person, but this was worth waking up to see.

Pros of Hotel Raito: Absolutely amazing views, stunning pool, our balcony was gorgeous, did not feel insanely crowded, on site parking lot.

Cons of Hotel Raito: A bit pricey, not within walking distance to much, quiet at night, some parts are a bit dated.

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Raito, Italia: The Perfect Amalfi Getaway!

Raito, Italia.

Raito, Italy is a gorgeous, albeit tiny, village perched high above the Amalfi Coast, almost directly overlooking Vietri sul Mare. It also happened to be the first proper stop on our big Italian family vacation in late September 2025. We selected it, honestly, for one reason: its charming hotel with stunning views of Vietri sul Mare, Salerno and its sweeping Gulf. In this post, I’ll share how we and our friends’ family spent 3 unforgettable days in Raito, from what we did and where we ate to the hidden gems that made this quiet hilltop village so magical.

Sunrise over the Gulf of Salerno from Hotel Raito in Raito, Italy

Beautiful sunrise from Hotel Raito, Italia.

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