Why a dahabiya adventure is the best way to cruise the Nile
I don’t consider myself a cruise person. A giant ship with tons of people and scheduled “supervised” port stops –...
Our first bear encounter – Mt Rainier National Park
My husband and I have been hiking together for almost 12 years. We’ve hiked the Smokies, the Rockies and even...
Mt Rainier National Park – how to spend 1 day in Paradise
Mt Rainier is a beaut! This 14,410 foot peak has more glaciers than any other mountain in the lower 48...
8 incredibly unique gift ideas for travel lovers
Looking for unique gifts for the travel-lover on your list? Look no further! It’s 2021, and after the 2 years...
4 ways to enjoy Italy’s Lake Garda in autumn
Lake Garda in Northern Italy, is truly massive, completely diverse, and oh-so scenic! This (somewhat phallic shaped) lake is Italy’s...
Getcho self outside! A weekend escape to the Smokys
Travel doesn’t always have to be about going on big glamorous overseas trips. Of course, they are fabulous, but we...
Pond crossing 102: budgeting for all the things…
Sooooo you’re planning a trip to Europe. You’ve settled on a destination, gotten an idea of what a flight there will...
3 Nights in Italy’s Cinque Terre
Oooh Cinque Terre…not many places make it into my top 5, let alone my top 3. But nestled in there...
Pond crossing 101: taking your first leap!
Are you planning a trip to Europe? Or have you always wanted to go, but never knew where to start...
7 ways to a deeper travel experience – before AND after your trip
I have discovered that meaningful travel experiences truly enrich my soul. So when I do get the opportunity to travel,...
Triglav! Our glorious climb to Slovenia’s highest peak
Yep. My clumsy ass made it up to the top of a mountain…and it was magnificent. Nestled in the center...
Why Slovenia should be your next travel destination – only if you are worthy
I shouldn’t even be telling you about this – my beloved Slovenia. In fact, I should be petitioning Google maps...
5 Reasons Why Travel is Important
I don’t need to convince you that travel is awesome. Why else read a travel blog? Sure, travel is fun,...
4 reasons why you should have a passport – and how to get one
Ohhh boy. That tiny blue book, with that little golden word inscribed on it: passport. I get excited even holding it in my hands! It embodies so much potential. It is magical...
Do THIS in Hallstatt, Austria – You won’t regret it
While there are many interesting things to do in the small lakeside village of Hallstatt, I think we found the...
Why did I start this travel blog? (Hint, its for YOU)
Do you look at other people traveling and think: “man, must be nice to travel?” Do you have places you’ve always...