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There are so many amazing, adventurous things to do in Ruidoso, New Mexico. This USA travel destination is a hidden gem and a paradise for outdoor lovers!

8 Outdoorsy Things to Do in Ruidoso, New Mexico

Ruidoso, New Mexico is quaint little village tucked up in the Sierra Blanca Mountains. It’s an outdoor lover’s paradise in the southwest USA that not many people seem to know about - at least, not many people outside of New Mexico! Discovering the … [Read more...] about 8 Outdoorsy Things to Do in Ruidoso, New Mexico

Downtown Memphis, Tennessee. Memphis is the home of rock n' roll, soul, and the blues, not to mention a national BBQ hot spot and an important historical city. Plus, it's super weird. Find out why we love this city on a weekend in Memphis!

The Perfect Weekend in Memphis, Tennessee: 48 Hour Itinerary

Soul music, the blues and rock 'n roll. Dry rub ribs and BBQ. Ducks who live in a luxury hotel? Memphis is one of the most unique cities in the USA. It's weird and wonderful, historical and cultural, meaningful and impactful, and charmingly … [Read more...] about The Perfect Weekend in Memphis, Tennessee: 48 Hour Itinerary

What to pack for Colombia: the ultimate packing list for this South America travel destination. Everything you need to backpack in Colombia!

What to Pack for Colombia: The Ultimate Packing Guide

Packing for a trip to Colombia can be really challenging. After all, Colombia is home to about every diverse landscape you can think of: the tropical Caribbean northern coast; the hot, humid Amazon; Medellin's "eternal spring;" the cool, … [Read more...] about What to Pack for Colombia: The Ultimate Packing Guide

Couple gazing at an island in the Caribbean ocean.

30 Things Nobody Tells You About Quitting Your Job to Travel

It’s been a few years since we quit our jobs, hopped on a plane, and left for our year-long honeymoon. For years, all I wanted to do was leave my job in corporate America and go off an amazing journey, traveling all around the world and having … [Read more...] about 30 Things Nobody Tells You About Quitting Your Job to Travel

Planning a trip to Colombia? We spent 1 month backpacking in Colombia and fell in LOVE with this amazing country. It was our favorite South America travel destination! Here's a super detailed 1 month itinerary for backpacking in Colombia, including Cartagena, Minca, Santa Marta, Parque Tayrona, San Gil, Medellin, Salento, and Bogota. Make Colombia your next vacation destination!

Colombia Itinerary: Ultimate Guide to 1 Month of Backpacking Colombia

After a month of backpacking Colombia, we fell head over heels in love ...with Colombia. (Duh, you guys, we're already married.) Colombia is our favorite country in South America and Central America - and we've visited 7 of them so … [Read more...] about Colombia Itinerary: Ultimate Guide to 1 Month of Backpacking Colombia

8 Marvelous Places to visit in Minnesota

8 Best Places to Visit in Minnesota: A Local’s Guide

Minnesota, USA: home to the Twin Cities, an adorable lilting accent, delicious local craft beer, and an annual frozen tundra barely changed since the glaciers melted in the last Ice Age. There are just so many marvelous places to visit in Minnesota, … [Read more...] about 8 Best Places to Visit in Minnesota: A Local’s Guide

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