If you ask me, dad trips have been grossly underrepresented! He’s the one who taught you drive, who wrestled with you and put you in headlocks even with mom’s disapproval. He’s the one that told you, “honey, he’s no good…
I am a huge fan of the National Parks. From hiking to biking, kayaking and stargazing, reconnecting with nature is my happy place. As it turns out, there’s some science behind that. A little fresh air—to walk, to play, and…
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Just one of the many reasons I look to Instagram to inspire my next vacation. From professional travel photographers that inspire aspirational wanderlust to bloggers who make easy weekend trips feel…
Confession: I'm afraid of bees. How could something so small incite so much fear in a grown woman? Yes, I know they're mostly harmless. And yes, I know they play a crucial role in our ecosystem. And yes, I know…
I love the idea of camping. I love being out in nature and have become an avid hiker whenever my destination permits. But at the end of the day, I crave the comforts of home. For those wanting to just…
This time of year, I’m always inspired to plan a warm vacation. If you live some place cold like me, you probably find yourself daydreaming about a beach vacation… many, many times a day. However, if that’s not in the…
It's that time of year again. You know, the month where visiting a mall is an act of bravery (*cough* Amazon Prime *cough*), and you're allowed to eat Christmas cookies as a part of breakfast, lunch and dinner. It's also…
The difference between how I look on TV and how I look when I travel in real life? It's big, and I have Christina to thank for that. I've been working with her for years. She's not only in charge of my…
Ever stayed at a haunted hotel? This time of year always gets me thinking about destinations with a bit of creepier side. It’s one thing to visit a haunted site, but another thing to sleep in one. Here’s a few…
What's the best place to take kids on vacation? I get this question all the time. There are a lot super-parents out there searching for the biggest and most educational places to develop the young mind. While I love traveling to…