Our dogs, Rocky and Kona, are a big part of our lives. We take them on vacation and travel with our pets as much as we can. And early on in our travels, we realized that there were a lot of places that were dog-friendly […]

Japan is one of those countries that people dream of visiting. With a rich deep culture and amazing food (does anyone want some sushi?), each region or Prefecture of the country offers you a different experience. And when it comes to culture and fun, you […]

As pet owners, we want to take our four-legged family members with us wherever we can. When Tim and I travel, we look for pet-friendly cities and places to stay so that we can bring the mutts along with us. We’ve taken them on road […]

I try to not rank states I love because no one likes a biased travel blogger but if I am being honest, Vermont makes it was to the top. Always and forever. There are so many things to do in Vermont that I always find […]

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the most visited National Parks in our country. I spent so many summers as a little girl camping with my family in the Smokies. And having lived in the area for two years, the park’s unique […]

Major cities across the globe are defined by their sports teams. Whether it’s Manchester, New York, Sydney, Mumbai, Bueno Aires or London, they all possess thriving sports organizations. And Chicago is no different. Some of the world’s most legendary and recognizable sports teams ply their […]

As one of the South’s most charming seaside cities, Charleston has a lot to offer visitors. With history around every corner, beautiful squares, and a delicious food scene spending a day in Charleston won’t disappoint. Things to do in Charleston Charleston reminds me a lot […]

Taking a cruise can be a great way to travel and take a family vacation. And as much fun as you’ll have sailing off into the sunset going on a cruise can sometimes be stressful. What to pack, where to go on excursions, and what […]

As we’ve been making our way through some of the best vegan restaurants in Chicago, I remember the first time I tried to go vegetarian in high school over ten years ago – blasting music on our way home. It was do-able in the sense […]

Nestled in the Yucatan jungle and among the freshwater marshes, you’ll find the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve just 2 hours south of Cancun near the small town of Tulum. Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve is home to thousands of species of flora and fauna. The biodiversity found […]

Not all National Parks Sites are created equal. And to be honest, I wouldn’t blame you if you had never heard of Obed Wild and Scenic River. I didn’t know it even existed until I looked at a map in our National Parks Passport to […]

When it comes to wine I will be the first to admit that my knowledge is limited and my palate not as refined as some would hope. I don’t discriminate between the box or the bottle, just the hangover. After having joined the Biltmore Wine […]

When Tim and I lived in the Smoky Mountains, we started doing Gatlinburg Moonshine and Whiskey History walking tours. Our Airbnb experience would always sell out and I still get messages from a number of people requesting tour dates. Since quite a few of our […]

You guys know by now that Tim and I aren’t traveling as much as we use to, well not internationally anyway. We are focusing a little more on urban adventures and exploring Chicago now that we’re new residents. But I would be lying if I […]

Ever since I saw “The Wedding Planner” I have always wanted to go to a movie in the park. When we decided to move to Chicago it was one of the first things I started to daydream about. I could see Tim and myself sitting […]

The American National Park System, which we so often just call the National Parks, is a marvel of modern public land management and policy that has inspired countless of other countries to do the same. They comprise and protect some of our nation’s most biodiverse […]

Tim and I recently got an Alexa for our teeny tiny apartment. We mainly got it to play music for the mutts while we are at work but since she’s joined our family, I find myself using her more and more. With all the features […]

Spring Breaks just ended which means it is the perfect time to start thinking about summer vacation! Growing up I always loved summer because it meant we were going to road trip and spend time together as a family, usually in a theme park setting. […]

Heading to Tulum for an awesome vacation is so much fun! From history to beaches, there is something for everyone in the family. But before you jet set to Mexico here are a few Tulum travel tips you should keep in mind that will help […]

Cartagena is a gem of a city. With beautiful beaches that hug Colombia’s Caribbean Coast, a historic city center, and colorful locals with welcoming smiles it isn’t surprising to see that the rest of the world is quickly catching on to what Colombians have known […]