Ahh shoulder season, aka my favorite time to travel! And no, I’m not talking about my actual shoulders but those months in between low and high season when the weather is nice but the crowds are few and the prices…
‘Tis the season to shop till you drop—but what if this year, you focused on giving experiences instead of material objects? It’s scientifically proven that experiential gifts improve relationships and evoke strong emotional responses. And let’s be honest—do you know…
Everyone’s abuzz about Black Friday. There’s the die-hard shoppers who plot out their door-busting techniques. However, with each Black Friday that goes by, I find myself wanting more and more to focus on experiences rather than buying up even more things…
What happens when you plan a trip to a city that manages to combine small western charm with the liveliness of a city? You get a fantastic weekend in Madison, Wisconsin, of course! No matter the season, this city knows…
What you do before traveling can really ease stress. There’s a certain amount of paying it forward that I like to do before traveling. It’s always nice to come home to a mostly chaos-free environment after a day in a car…
I’ve been able to visit some truly incredible wine regions in my many years of travel, and what I’ve found is that there are so many unexpected regions producing some of the most interesting creations! Italy, France, and Napa Valley…
You’ve spent months picking the ideal destination. Researching the best place to stay. Figuring out what you’ll eat, where you’ll swim, and the perfect outfits for doing it all. This is the trip of your dreams… until it isn’t. Here’s…
Ahhh November... For those in the Northern Hemisphere, it means crisp, autumn walks and colorful foliage. For those in the Southern Hemisphere, it means spring blooms and warmer days. Either way, there are so many incredible places to visit in…
As a travel expert, I'm always asked to share my best travel tips, so here are my top bits of advice and best practices I've learned traveling the globe. 1. Hang that "Do Not Disturb" sign proudly. When you're in…
There is so much talk about eating seasonally. Why not take that same approach to travel? Destinations simply shine certain times of the year. With that in mind, here’s a few destinations you should consider in October. Asheville, NC As…