About the Author

Julie Tremaine

A New England native who now lives in California, Julie Tremaine is an award-winning food and travel writer whose work has appeared in outlets like Food + Wine, Conde Nast Traveler, Wine Enthusiast, Travel + Leisure, People and CNN Travel, and she’s the theme parks travel editor for SFGATE. Her newest book is "The Unofficial Disney Parks Retro Cookbook," about nostalgic Disney foods from the past. Follow her adventures at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/julietremaine/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@julietremaine</a>.

Articles by Julie Tremaine

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Halloween in Orlando 2026: Theme Park Guide

Whether your spooky season preference is full terror or mildly creepy, there’s an uncanny event for you.

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Must-See Attractions in Las Vegas Right Now

From groundbreaking new entertainment options and psychedelic dance parties to family-friendly fun, Vegas is as exciting as ever.

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Everything to Know About Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The groundbreaking theme park opened in May and is a game changer.

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The Grown-up’s Guide to Disney World Dining

There’s a lot more to eating at the mouse house than Mickey-shaped pretzels and turkey legs.

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Your Guide to Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe Hotels

The new theme park has three dedicated hotels, and they’re surprisingly affordable.

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The Story of Rhode Island’s ‘Real’ Vampire, Mercy Brown

Get to know the notorious woman at the center of the smallest state’s 19th century vampire craze.

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8 Must-Try New England Clam Shacks

No summer road trip is complete without a stop at one – or all – of these iconic clam shacks.

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Hula With Mickey Mouse at Aulani

Add a little extra magic to your family vacation at Disney’s Hawaii resort.

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Northeast Donut Shops Are a ‘Hole’ Lot of Delicious

The Northeast has the highest concentration of donut shops in the country. Come take a bite of some of the best.

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Disney World Character Dining: Hits and Misses

The character dining experiences worth reserving far in advance, and others that might not exactly live up to the hype.

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10 Truly New England Foods

Seafood, sweets and a hearty serving of Yankee ingenuity make up this delicious list of signature New England foods.

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Quick Weekend Getaways: Newport, R.I.

A visit to the City by the Sea in the off-season means a vacation full of delicious surprises.

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Quick Weekend Getaways: Westerly, R.I.

Live music, art and gourmet fare make Westerly, R.I., more than just a beach town. Make this seaside destination your next weekend getaway.

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Street Art, Redefined in Providence

The Avenue Concept commissions artists to create street art in Providence, adding beauty and inspiration to the city’s public spaces.