Known as the oldest city in the United States, St. Augustine is a mix of colonial Spanish roots and northern Florida charm. It’s perfect for a day trip from Jacksonville, Orlando, and Daytona — or, stay a whole weekend there! If you’re limited on time, here are the best things to do in St. Augustine… Read More The Best Things to Do in St. Augustine in One Day
Taking a day trip from Mexico City to Teotihuacan is one of those things that you just have to do when you’re visiting the metropolis. Located roughly an hour outside of Mexico’s capital, the pyramids of Teotihuacan are known as one of the foremost pre-Columbian Mesoamerican archaeological sites. It’s one of my favorite things to… Read More The DIY Guide to a Day Trip from Mexico City to Teotihuacan
When my partner and I told others that we were spending one week in Mexico City, some people seemed surprised. One entire week just in one place? Are there even that many things to do in Mexico City? The answer is a resounding yes. In fact, one week wasn’t actually enough, and we’re looking forward… Read More How to Spend One Glorious Week in Mexico City
I first visited the Monterey Peninsula as a kid during a spring break road trip. While there were just as many things to do in Monterey and its surroundings back then, the only memory I have of the trip is of the famous 17-Mile Drive. Fortunately, the Monterey Peninsula makes for a fantastic weekend getaway… Read More Our Favorite Things to Do in Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea
Havasupai Falls is made of Instagram and backpacking dreams, and visiting it is truly an amazing experience. To ensure you’re 100% prepped, make sure to read this guide to Havasupai Falls and then go down this Havasupai packing list. As with any packing list, there are personal preferences and budget considerations to keep in mind.… Read More The Ultimate Packing List for Havasupai Falls
Perhaps I am a glutton for punishment. But the thing that first caught my eye about Havasupai Falls was not the constant stream of Instagram photos. Instead, it was that you’d have to backpack 10 miles in, with an elevation drop of 2000 feet, to reach these mesmerizing waterfalls — and then, of course, hike… Read More Everything You Need to Know About Visiting Havasupai Falls
When I was a kid, most of our vacations were camping trips stitched together by the many National Parks dotting the western states. This Labor Day, I returned to those roots with a San Francisco to Portland road trip. There are so many route options to choose from for a road trip from San Francisco… Read More Hello Pacific NW! An SF to Portland Road Trip
What is it about Italy that makes us Americans so enamored? Is it the influences on our food and culture? The pizza, pasta, gelato? Frank Sinatra or The Sopranos? All I know is I always wanted to go to Italy growing up, and I’m lucky enough to have been multiple times now. So I’m sharing… Read More A Love Letter (and Two-Week Itinerary) for Italy
As a platinum member of the no-checked bags club, I’m all about packing versatile items that can get squished without a problem. When it came to packing for our 10 days in Colombia, I had to do some extra planning to make it all work because, well, Colombia’s geographical diversity also means a whole lot… Read More What to Pack for Colombia: the Carry-On Only Colombia Packing List
Over the past few years, Colombia has become quite a trendy destination for many. While Cartagena has long been a cruise ship port of call, the rest of the country had long been only on the path of more adventurous travelers. If you’re considering booking a flight, here’s a first-timer’s itinerary for 10 days in Colombia… Read More A First-Timer’s Itinerary for Discovering Colombia