Author: Sue Reynolds

Sue Reynolds is the founder and owner of Carmine Media, a web and social media consultancy. She is also the team manager of social media marketing for a major corporation, where she works with businesses and nonprofits to build their web presence and nurture brand loyalty.

Winter Hiking Trip in Gatlinburg Tennessee: Popular Trails and Scenic Views

December 31, 2022

Gatlinburg, Tennessee is a beautiful destination for winter hiking, with a wide range of trails that offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced hiker, there are plenty of options to choose from, ranging from easy, scenic trails to more challenging hikes that will test your endurance … More Winter Hiking Trip in Gatlinburg Tennessee: Popular Trails and Scenic Views

A Perfect Leaf-Peeping Vacation in New York State

December 1, 2022

I was born and raised in Rochester, NY, home of Kodak, the world’s largest lilac collection, and Susan B. Anthony. Even though I no longer live there, I still take the opportunity to travel home to visit family and the beautiful surrounding area as much as I can. Here’s how we took the perfect leaf-peeping … More A Perfect Leaf-Peeping Vacation in New York State

A Perfect Midweek Finger Lakes Wine Vacation

June 20, 2021

My travel plans have looked very different during the Covid-19 pandemic. Gone for now are my overseas trips to Europe each spring. Instead, I’ve been taking short, socially distant trips to places within driving distance, staying in cabins or remote Airbnb apartments, cooking instead of going to restaurants, and enjoying activities that don’t require a … More A Perfect Midweek Finger Lakes Wine Vacation

A Long Weekend in Red River Gorge, Kentucky

December 2, 2020

Instead of cooking at home as I usually do, my family decided, for the first time ever, to get away for the Thanksgiving weekend, spending the holiday hiking, cooking and enjoying the outdoors. To comply with Covid-19 safety guidelines, we searched for an area we could explore, choosing activities that don’t involve crowds and lodging … More A Long Weekend in Red River Gorge, Kentucky

Torch Lake Michigan

Planning the Perfect Week in Torch Lake, Michigan

September 2, 2020

Beautiful Torch Lake, located in Northern Michigan just off Lake Michigan, is famous for its Caribbean-like clear turquoise blue water and large party sandbar. It’s considered one of the jewels of Michigan’s Chain of Lakes, and with its near-perfect summer weather with temperatures average 75 – 80 degrees, is a great destination for summer travelers … More Planning the Perfect Week in Torch Lake, Michigan

A Perfect Weekend at Hocking Hills, Ohio – Covid-19 Style

June 29, 2020

Travel looks a little different in 2020 because of the Covid-19 pandemic. If you are venturing out, many are choosing locations within driving distance, staying at lodging that allows appropriate social distancing, and choosing activities that don’t involve crowds and have proper safety precautions in place. With all these things in mind in June 2020, … More A Perfect Weekend at Hocking Hills, Ohio – Covid-19 Style