Karen Cicero

Bethlehem

Writer and Editor at Freelance

Contributing Editor at Good Housekeeping

Contributing Editor at Good Housekeeping, Book Editor at The Week Junior, Freelance Writer and Editor, [email protected]

Articles

40 Most Underrated Summer Destinations in the United States

1 month ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Karen Cicero |Stefanie Waldek

From rarely-visited national parks to ski towns that don't get enough warm weather recognition, this list of American travel ideas has something for everyone.
20 Best Beach Vacations for Families in 2025, Reviewed by Experts

1 month ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Karen Cicero

Our travel experts picked the best spots for a family beach vacation on any budget, from luxury stays in Maui to budget-friendly home rentals in Hilton Head.
15 Mother-Daughter Trips That Will Bring You Closer Together

1 month ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Karen Cicero

Emanuele Cremaschi//Getty ImagesWe've been independently researching and testing products for over 120 years. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more about our review process. The beauty of a mother-daughter trip lies in its power to connect the two of you on a level that might never be possible at home, even if you still live under one roof.
15 Best Mother-Daughter Vacations You'll Never Forget

1 month ago | aol.com | Karen Cicero

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."The beauty of a mother-daughter trip lies in its power to connect the two of you on a level that might never be possible at home, even if you still live under one roof.
The 35 U.S. Cities EVERY Solo Traveler Needs to Visit

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Stefanie Waldek |Karen Cicero

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."While traveling with family and friends can be a blast, many folks are opting to see the world on their own. Americans have caught the solo travel bug; a trends report from Hilton estimates that half of travelers will take at least one solo trip in 2025.
The 35 U.S. Cities EVERY Solo Traveler Needs to Visit

2 months ago | housebeautiful.com | Karen Cicero |Stefanie Waldek

Every item on this page was hand-picked by a House Beautiful editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. While traveling with family and friends can be a blast, many folks are opting to see the world on their own. Americans have caught the solo travel bug; a trends report from Hilton estimates that half of travelers will take at least one solo trip in 2025.
How to Try 2025's Top Travel Trend Anywhere

2 months ago | ca.style.yahoo.com | Karen Cicero

Should You Take a Quietcation? © Marco Bottigelli - Getty Images"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."In the not-so-distant past, travel agent Nicole Campoy Jackson's clients requested trips to the buzziest vacation spots. But these days, they crave solitude.
How to Try 2025's Top Travel Trend Anywhere

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Karen Cicero

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."In the not-so-distant past, travel agent Nicole Campoy Jackson's clients requested trips to the buzziest vacation spots. But these days, they crave solitude. "Late last year, I started seeing a shift away from wanting to experience the heavily Instagrammed locations to asking to be around as few other people as possible," says Campoy Jackson, who specializes in boutique travel for travel agency Fora.
The Biggest Travel Trend of 2025? Quietcations

2 months ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Karen Cicero

Vacation spots offer digital detoxes and silence workshops as part of the quietcation travel trend. But any trip can incorporate quietcation principles.
20 Best Places to Visit in April For Spring Break

2 months ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Karen Cicero

Getty ImagesWe've been independently researching and testing products for over 120 years. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more about our review process. If you haven't gotten around to planning a spring trip, you're in luck. We've rounded up the best places to visit in April.