Barking sea lions. Crystal pools tucked between volcanic cliffs. Giant tortoises. Fresh, sizzling seafood. Santa Cruz Island is one of the Galapagos' most populated islands, and the central town of Puerto Ayora is as close to bustling as you'll find … [Read more...] about Santa Cruz Galapagos Island Guide: What to Do, Where to Eat, & Where to Stay on Santa Cruz
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Ski Trip Packing List: 32 Essentials to Pack for the Snow
Powdery snow. Blue skies. The feel of the wind on your face. That one kid who is infinitely better than you despite being born years after you learned how to ski. Ahhh, ski vacations: there's a reason an entire genre of bad 80's movies were born from … [Read more...] about Ski Trip Packing List: 32 Essentials to Pack for the Snow
Traveling with curly hair: the low maintenance guide to amazing curls abroad
I always thought I had terrible hair. And I'm not just fishing for compliments here (ahem: the comment box is below. I'll wait.) For my entire adult life, my hair has just been ... not good: it's half-heartedly curly and wavy at the same time, super … [Read more...] about Traveling with curly hair: the low maintenance guide to amazing curls abroad
Where to Stay in Barcelona (& Where NOT to)
Catalan cuisine, neo-Gothic architecture, sandy beaches, rugged mountains, and a colorful history. Did we mention Catalan cuisine? Barcelona, Spain has every reason to be high on the list for travel bucket lists. The city is a blend of … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in Barcelona (& Where NOT to)
10 Fantastic Weekend Getaways in Florida (& what to do there)
Sandy, sweeping beaches. Old, haunted cities. Lots & lots of seafood. Florida is the land of sandy beaches, theme parks, everglades, and a whole lot of things to do. And with a ton of unexpected weekend getaways in Florida, it's the perfect place … [Read more...] about 10 Fantastic Weekend Getaways in Florida (& what to do there)
The Perfect 5-Day Switzerland Itinerary
Snow-covered Alps. Pristine, glimmering lakes. Lots of cheese and chocolate. Switzerland is at once modern and historic, where you can cross a wooden bridge adorned with 15th-century paintings, as well as take a train up a mountain to see the … [Read more...] about The Perfect 5-Day Switzerland Itinerary