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Island Getaways: A Philadelphian’s Guide to Vacationing in the Dominican Republic

The moment I slid open the heavy wooden pocket doors and flipped on the light, I knew someone had been in our bathroom. The proof: […]

Life & Style

Island Getaways: A Philadelphian’s Guide to Vacationing in Turks and Caicos

There are islands you can visit if you love adventure. And islands you can visit if you love nightlife. But what if you, like me, […]

Life & Style

Island Getaways: A Philadelphian’s Guide to Vacationing in St. Lucia

If you’re jetting to St. Lucia, you’re likely a honeymooner or a couple on holiday. Otherwise, you’re surrounded by them, as I was on my […]

Life & Style

Island Getaways: A Philadelphian’s Guide to Vacationing in Grenada

I arrived at the resort feeling like a wilted flower. The five-minute ride from the airport was a breeze, but the thick humidity, combined with […]

Life & Style

Island Getaways: A Philadelphian’s Guide to Vacationing in Bonaire

If your idea of a good time on an island vacation involves a lot of lounging in the sand and a drink in your hand, […]

Life & Style

Island Getaways: A Philadelphian’s Guide to Vacationing in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico’s capital, San Juan, offers so much history and excitement that you may never leave it during your stay. But you should. In particular, […]

Life & Style

Island Getaways: A Philadelphian’s Guide to Vacationing in the Florida Keys

My wife is a teacher who was desperately in need of a vacation, so when I mentioned the possibility of a long weekend on some […]

Life & Style

Island Getaways: A Philadelphian’s Guide to Vacationing in Curaçao

You know the moment. The one when you’re somewhere far away from home and you start casually looking up property prices. When you finally learn […]

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Philadelphia Wedding

12 Exciting New Philly-Area Wedding Venues for 2022

We’re a few months into 2022, which has become known as the year of weddings — more people are expected to get married since 1984. […]

Property

The Most Walkable Philadelphia Suburbs and Neighborhoods

Walkable towns and neighborhoods are hot in the real estate world, with developers racing to add foot-friendly amenities to car-centric suburbs. Lucky for us, the […]

Restaurants

Where to Eat in Northeast Philly: A Neighborhood Guide

I get it: Northeast Philly is big, and maybe even a little mysterious unless you live there. (Fox Chase? Juniata? Rhawnhurst?) So I’m beyond excited […]

Restaurants

The Philly Diner’s Guide to Taking Advantage of Time Off

It’s your day off and your boss technically has to leave you alone. I see no reason why you shouldn’t spend the entire day bopping […]

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Things to Do

31 Things to Do With Kids in Philly When It’s Cold Outside

One major challenge of parenting around these parts? January through March. But with a little creativity and planning, winter can be as fun as summer. […]

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Restaurants

8 Beer Cocktails to Drink When You Want the Best of Both Worlds

Ordering a Citywide Special (or three) at your neighborhood dive bar is practically a rite of passage here in Philly. How you drink yours is […]

Restaurants

Here’s Where You Should Be Ordering Your Super Bowl Sunday Takeout

I don’t care at all about football, but I care so much about football-related snacks that I’ve come to think of the Super Bowl as […]