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Best pumpkin patches in Rhode Island

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Goodwin Brother’s Farm stand

458 Greenville Road North Smithfield, RI 02917

*Get the apple cider it is AMAZING 

Salisbury Farm

Entrance on Plainfield Pike across from Pippin Orchard Road, Johnston, RI 02919

Jaswell's Farm LLC

50 Swan Rd, Smithfield, RI 02917

Confreda Greenhouses & Farms

2150 Scituate Ave, Hope, RI 02831

Adam's Farm

495 Sumner Brown Rd, Cumberland, RI 02864

Spring Hill Sugarhouse

522 Gardner Rd, Richmond, RI 02892

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Beautiful Fall Foliage in Rhode Island | Newport & Providence.

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When you think of states to travel to on the East Coast the see fall foliage most people look over Rhode Island, but Rhode Island has some of the most beautiful fall foliage. I am breaking down the best towns to visit, where to go and when!

Newport, RI

Best time to visit:

Middle peak (mid-October to late October)

Points of interest in Newport:

Providence, RI

Best time to visit:

Early peak (early October to mid-October) 

Points of interest in Providence:

Other Towns in Rhode Island to visit

  • Bristol

  • Jamestown

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Haunted locations in Salem

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Salem is filled with Haunted locations, but the below are the some spooky spots you can visit while you are in Salem to check out the paranormal activity for yourself!

Turner’s Seafood | 43 Church Street Salem MA 01970: This historic location has housed restaurants for years. The dining landmark is incredibly historic. It is said that Alexander Graham Bell first revealed his plans for the telephone here. The location is also believed to be the former home of Bridget Bishop, the first lady executed for witchcraft in the 1692 witch trials. Locals believe her residual energy still lingers. Visitors have reported seeing a woman in a long white gown floating above the Lyceum building’s main staircase. Her image has been seen in windows and mirrors throughout the building.

Wicked Good Books | 215 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970 It is said that in this Salem bookstore that the books are flying off the shelves—literally! Back in 2017 during the construction work on main street in Salem, human remains were found beneath the building. Apparently, the underground tunnel system connected to an underground warehouse in Derby Square is where two runaway slaves are believed to be entombed. The previous owner unaware of this fact knew he had two spirits in his book store. from hearing giggling to even having an on-going game with them. He would put out books and they would throw them off the shelves for him to pick. After hearing the news he realized the two girls entombed where the girls in his basement and made a child section down there for them to enjoy.

Hawthorne Hotel | 18 Washington Square W, Salem, MA 01970

The hotel was built in 1923, it’s believed that the hotel is built on the site of an apple orchard that was owned by Bridget Bishop, the first victim of the Salem Witch Trials. Guests have often reported smelling apples around the hotel as well as seeing an apparition of a woman roaming the halls.vThe most haunted room is believed to be room # 612. Many guests have reported seeing the figure of a woman standing outside the door. Room 325 is also considered to be a paranormal hotspots, with reports of faucets turning on by themselves, lights flickering, and the sound of a baby crying.

Cinema Salem | 1 E India Square Mall, Salem, MA 01970

Employees who work at the cinema say that ghosts regularly haunt the establishment. When it comes to the identity of the spirits, that information is unknown, but the sightings were so rampant that paranormal investigators and psychics were brought in to take a look! Employees have said to witness a man in black sitting in theater 3. They say he is seen wearing Victorian era clothing, with a top hat and coattails.

Ropes Mansion | 318 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970

AKA the home of Allison in Hocus Pocus! Apparently Ropes Mansion is thought to be the most haunted place in all of Salem. The story goes that tuberculosis look the lives of the Ropes family except for Abigail and Elizabeth. Elizabeth eventual feel ill to tuberculosis leaving Abigail as the only person left in the family to care for her. Elizabeth eventually succumb to the disease leaving Abigail devastated. The loss of her family drove her to insanity, Abigail would spend the rest of her life locked away inside the family mansion. Until her untimely death years later when her dress caught fire while tending to the fire. It is said that her husband was so used to hearing her scream in despair, that he paid no mind to her screams.

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All Things Pumpkin in Saratoga Springs, NY

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What is there not to love about pumpkin? from pretty patches & farm stands to drool worthy pumpkin spice treats. Here are my recommendations for pumpkin everything in Saratoga Springs, NY.

  • Hanehan Family Pumpkins Saratoga | 223 County Route 67, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

  • Ellms Family Farm | 448 Charlton Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020

  • Uncommon Grounds | 402 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 | Warm up with their pumpkin spice latte.

  • Sweet Mimi's Cafe & Bakery | 47 Phila St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 | Grab their pumpkin bread and apple crumb cake.

  • Adirondack Creamery | 217 Edie Rd, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 | It might be chilly out, but you can not miss out on pumpkin pie ice cream!

  • Kru Coffee | 46 Marion Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 | Kru offers a delicious seasonal pumpkin spice latte.

  • 9 Miles East Farm | 64 Excelsior Ave Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 | Get the pumpkin bar it is so good! They also have mini pumpkin pies and pumpkin bread.

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Things to do in Saratoga Springs, NY during Fall | Including Halloween Activities

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1. Fall Foliage | Peak Foliage typically the first two weeks of October

Click here for the best Fall Map to use when planning your getaway.

2. Apple & Pumpkin picking

Apple season typically runs from late August until November and Pumpkin picking from Late September until November.

3. Tons of Spooky Activities! (starting in October) Please look ahead of time as covid may cause changes.

4. Take a day trip to Glen Falls

Glen Falls is similar to Saratoga just 30mins north. They have a nice downtown area with shops & restaurants along with a colorful scenic ride.

5. Check out the local Parks. Here are some of my favorite ones

  • Saratoga Spa State Park | 19 Roosevelt Dr, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

  • Congress Park | 268 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

  • Waterfront Park | 630 Crescent Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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My experience at PFW | Fall 2019

I landed last friday in the city of lights and I am still in AWE! This was my first time in Paris and I have wanted to go since I was a little girl. There is something just so magical about Paris don't you agree??

I landed last friday in the city of lights and I am still in AWE! This was my first time in Paris and I have wanted to go since I was a little girl. There is something just so magical about Paris don't you agree??

During PFW I attended shows, presentations and events, but my highlight was being dressed for the Victoria & Tomas show!

While in Paris I feel like I broke more laws then I can count just trying to create epic content. I'll get into that more next week and share how I got onto Parisian rooftops right next to the Eiffel Tower! Missed my Eiffel Tower video? Click Here

Some how I have gone from a person that barely travels to traveling to Europe twice and Asia within the past 3 months! All three trips have been content trips, so packing light was never an option. Below is my travel secret to packing 30+ outfits and keeping it under those crazy airline weight restrictions!

Must have Travel Items:

I would have been lost this entire trip without a carry on suitcases and packing cubes. Every single day I had a 6am wake up call for photoshoots, yes it had to be that early to beat the tourist to these highly visited locations. To be as efficient as possible I would pack up my suitcase the night before with everything I needed for the following days shoot. Another travel must have is packing cubes! I brought with me 30 COMPLETE outfits. Yes, 30 and I only skipped out on 3 looks. The only reason why they all fit was because of my packing cubes. They made packing a breeze and kept everything organized.

Want to know all the best photo locations in Paris? Get my Parisian Guide to Paris!

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