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February is dedicated to Black History Month, honoring the contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout U.S. history. This month also pays tribute to the generations who’ve struggled with adversity, fighting for civil rights and their activism to grow awareness of Black Identity. During your stay with us in one of our short-term furnished rentals, […]

For many, traveling during the holidays is necessary, but you may be missing your traditional home-cooked family dinner on Thanksgiving Day. We have compiled a list of New York, Boston and San Francisco’s finest restaurants offering prix-fixe dinner menus with all your Thanksgiving Day favorites, so you won’t have to sacrifice delicious standards this year. […]

Travel freely, and with peace of mind by opting in for renters’ insurance for short-term stays, to cover all of life’s “what -if?” moments. Many guests don’t realize that renter’s insurance isn’t included while staying in short-term housing. Here at Furnished Quarters, all guests have the option to easily enroll in renters’ insurance upon signing […]

An Interview with Alexandra Hare, Furnished Quarters Director of Marketing and Full-Time Mom The option to work-from-home has become more common post-pandemic, with many companies offering remote positions and a flexible, hybrid working environment. This has presented so many options to the common “mompreneurs” to work remotely, even running their own business out of their […]

Whether you live in Silicon Valley or are planning a trip, finding the best – and most delicious – dining options is an important element. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the 10 best restaurants in Silicon Valley (and reasons you should experience them for yourself). From gourmet restaurants to casual spots, we’ve […]

COVID-19 has disrupted the way people live, think, work and interact with others on a regular basis. The Pandemic has introduced an entirely new working environment that has become adapted by many companies, now encouraging their employees to work from home. None of us expected to be on our laptops for almost eight hours daily […]

Planning healthy meals is hard enough when you’re at home, let alone when you’re away. One of the best solutions? Downloading a meal plan app! These free resources help you prepare ahead of time so you can stay focused on more important things in your new city. Meal plans help you stay organized and provide […]

Boston is a beautiful place to spend the holiday season. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly outings or date ideas with your significant other, we’ve put together a list of ways to spark some holiday spirit during the most wonderful time of the year. Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker The holiday season isn’t complete without a stunning […]

Visiting New York City during the holidays is something everyone should experience. Witnessing the preparations that go into turning the city into a whimsical wonderland is a way to spark some holiday spirit and engage in what many consider the most wonderful time of the year. Check out some of these festive activities to feel […]

Turkey is a classic part of Thanksgiving dinner but many would argue that side dishes really make the meal. After all, how often do you get to eat dinner with so many options? Embrace the holiday with these three sides from NYT Cooking that modernize classic autumnal dishes. Make one or all three for your […]