Sandy dunes. Sunny beaches. Cherry orchards. World-class wineries. On the northwest edge of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, the small town of Traverse City is a hub for foodies, wine connoisseurs, outdoor enthusiasts, and cherry lovers. Surrounded by … [Read more...] about 14 Charming Things to Do in Traverse City, Michigan (A Local’s Guide)
7 Stunning Vacation Rentals in Paso Robles, California: Where to Stay in Paso Robles
Rolling vineyards. Centuries-old oak trees. Hot springs. Paso Robles, California is one of our absolute favorite places in California, and the perfect spot for a weekend getaway! Paso Robles’ name means “The Pass of the Oaks” and that sums up the … [Read more...] about 7 Stunning Vacation Rentals in Paso Robles, California: Where to Stay in Paso Robles
9 Awe-Inspiring Things To Do in Zion National Park, Utah: The Ultimate Guide to Zion
Striped sandstone cliffs looming over a lush green value. Turquoise lagoons tucked between soaring red walls. Millions of stars twinkling overhead. Zion National Park, meaning “heavenly city”, is the oldest National Park in Utah and the most visited … [Read more...] about 9 Awe-Inspiring Things To Do in Zion National Park, Utah: The Ultimate Guide to Zion
33 Things To Do In Key West, Florida (& Massive Travel Guide)
Colorful coral reefs. Six-toed cats. A haunted doll. Key West, Florida may be one of the most unique places in America: roosters roam the streets, drag queens rule the nightlife, and Cuba’s close proximity colors its history. The entire island is a … [Read more...] about 33 Things To Do In Key West, Florida (& Massive Travel Guide)
10 Magical Things to Do in Washington DC in the Winter (& Why You Should Spend Christmas in Washington DC)
Twinkling Christmas trees on the White House lawn. Ice skating over a glittering wharf. Sipping a martini in an igloo at the Watergate Hotel. Winter in Washington DC is a snowy playground of politicians, partisans, and spies. It's as full of history … [Read more...] about 10 Magical Things to Do in Washington DC in the Winter (& Why You Should Spend Christmas in Washington DC)
9 Things to Do in Jackson Hole, Wyoming in the Winter
Snow-capped mountains. Alpine forests. Turquoise hot springs. Horse-drawn sleighs. The snowy, remote valley of Jackson Hole, Wyoming sits at the base of Grand Teton National Park, with Yellowstone National Park neighboring just an hour to the … [Read more...] about 9 Things to Do in Jackson Hole, Wyoming in the Winter
12 Must-Visit Paso Robles Breweries (& Distilleries)
Rolling vineyards. Craft breweries. Natural hot springs. Farm-to-table food. Paso Robles, California is one of the best weekend getaways in California for foodies & booze travelers, and one of the best places to visit on California's Central … [Read more...] about 12 Must-Visit Paso Robles Breweries (& Distilleries)
9 Fantastic Things to do in Fort Collins, Colorado: A Local’s Guide
Craft beer. Ghost stories. College football. A Disneyland-esque Main Street. Fort Collins - or as both hip people and wannabe locals call it, FoCo - sits about an hour north of Denver and is home to Colorado State University (go Rams!). But it's … [Read more...] about 9 Fantastic Things to do in Fort Collins, Colorado: A Local’s Guide
42 Places to Go Whale Watching in California: The Ultimate Guide
Ah, whales: these majestic, enormous marine mammals have been immortalized in our culture in everything to Moby Dick to Finding Nemo. There was once a whole industry devoted to murdering them; now there's a movement devoted to saving them. Any way … [Read more...] about 42 Places to Go Whale Watching in California: The Ultimate Guide
The Ultimate Fall in California Guide: 21 Places to Go for Fall Foliage, Pumpkins, Apples, & More
Crisp autumn air. Crunchy leaves. Brightly colored foliage. Pumpkins and apples and spooky season - I love EVERYTHING about fall! Autumn has always been my favorite time of the year - I was born in Boston and grew up in a Halloween-obsessed city - … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Fall in California Guide: 21 Places to Go for Fall Foliage, Pumpkins, Apples, & More
The Best 8 Hikes Near Salt Lake City, Utah (A Local’s Guide)
Encircled by two looming mountain ranges - the Wasatch Mountains to the east and north ranges and the Oquirrh Mountains to the west - Salt Lake City is an outdoor paradise within a state full of natural beauty! Just minutes outside of the … [Read more...] about The Best 8 Hikes Near Salt Lake City, Utah (A Local’s Guide)
The 8 Best Campgrounds in Colorado
Grand mountains. Rustling plains. Towering sand dunes. Spectacular lakes. Nope, we're not talking about the entire United States: you can find absolutely all of this stunning scenery right in Colorado! From the grandeur of Rocky Mountain National … [Read more...] about The 8 Best Campgrounds in Colorado
10 Best Hikes in Southern California (a Local’s Guide)
Snow-covered mountains. Rushing waterfalls. Secluded beaches. Otherwordly desert landscapes. If this description of Southern California surprises you, it's time to head out and explore! Stretching from just north of Los Angeles all the way south … [Read more...] about 10 Best Hikes in Southern California (a Local’s Guide)
The 32 Best Pacific Coast Highway Stops: California Towns, Landmarks, & Restaurants
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Avalon Travel and includes tracking links. For more information about tracking links and how to opt out, please visit All About Do Not Track prior to clicking any links found in this post Sunny beaches. … [Read more...] about The 32 Best Pacific Coast Highway Stops: California Towns, Landmarks, & Restaurants
The Ultimate 10-Day California Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Itinerary
Barking sea lions. Salty air. Waves crashing on critter-filled tidepools. Rolling hills dusted with bright orange poppies and intersected with redwood-filled valleys. Driving Pacific Coast Highway is the most beautiful road trip in the entire world. … [Read more...] about The Ultimate 10-Day California Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Itinerary
The Ultimate Virtual Disney World Tour: Virtual Vacation to the Happiest Place on Earth
Disney World is the happiest place on earth. Chances are you've spent so many happy hours there that you can practically traverse the parks by memory. Especially if you used to be a Cast Member, like me! Every so often, you'll hear the notes of a … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Virtual Disney World Tour: Virtual Vacation to the Happiest Place on Earth
The Perfect Weekend in Austin, Texas: 3 Day Itinerary
Live music. Smoky BBQ. Colorful murals. Millions of fuzzy, flying little bats. Uhh, what was that last bit? Let me first start off by saying that bats are adorable. Like, scroll through this post and tell me that you think bats are scary. You want … [Read more...] about The Perfect Weekend in Austin, Texas: 3 Day Itinerary
The Ultimate Self-Guided Tour of Cleveland Breweries (By a Local)
Cleveland, Ohio: if you're anything like me, chances are you just started singing "Cleveland Rocks" in your head (anyone else grow up watching the Drew Carey show after school and not understanding most of it?) Although I grew up just a few hours … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Self-Guided Tour of Cleveland Breweries (By a Local)