"Moving out of my parents' house in Connecticut to take my first "big girl" job in Manhattan wasn't easy. I'm an only child, and my mom and I have always been close; we missed spending so much time together. So, the move inspired us to make a promise that's become one of my most beloved traditions: Every year, we'll plan a special getaway, just the two of us."
"So, when planning, we choose just three or four "must-do" activities, then leave the rest of the getaway open for opportunity. For example, on our San Luis Obispo (SLO) adventure, our nonnegotiables were biking the iconic Railroad Path, hiking Madonna Mountain, and sipping wine along the coast. We dedicated chunks of our trip to each of those activities, but otherwise kept our days free. This allowed us to slow down, explore, and embrace unexpected local experiences."
After moving to Manhattan for a first job, an only child and her mother began an annual mother-daughter trip tradition to stay close. They have visited varied destinations, from California wine country to Florida beaches, for over ten years. Planning emphasizes flexibility: they set only three or four nonnegotiable activities and leave time for spontaneity. Examples include biking the Railroad Path, hiking Madonna Mountain, and coastal wine tasting in San Luis Obispo. Keeping days open allowed serendipitous discoveries like the Madonna Inn's pink champagne cake and a hidden wine-tasting room named Sextant. Restaurant choices rely on local recommendations rather than rigid reservations.
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