I love learning about the history of many of the places we visit. Tim knows that no matter where we go, I’ll be googling who lived there and checking to see what cool tidbits of history I might find. One thing I always wondered was […]

If you haven’t noticed by now, we are big fans of Chattanooga. There are so many things to do, making it a perfect destination for all sorts of getaways. If you’re planning on staying a few days, there are plenty of things to do near […]

When I say that there is so much to do in Chattanooga, I mean it! It really seems like Chattanooga that has it all. There are a number of things to do outdoors, great museums, and amazing restaurants. And when it comes to family-friendly there […]

If you are anything like me, you always have a list of places you’d be okay with jet setting off to at a moment’s notice. I love to travel, so I can’t help it! Lately, my list has been all about finding the best Caribbean […]

Our National Parks System is pretty amazing. There are so many options all over the country and one that is consistently a favorite is Glacier National Park in Montana. There are so many things to do in Glacier National Park, and it can be hard […]

I love road trips. Throughout our marriage, Tim and I have taken to the road many times. Some of the best road trips we’ve taken have been last minute- the ones where we grab the dogs, pack some snacks, and head out to visit family. […]

In Charlotte, there is plenty to do! North Carolina’s largest city has museums, breweries, and so much more. Spending time in Charlotte is a treat and one of the things so many visitors love is that it is also a great jumping-off point for a […]

When it comes to hospitality, the South has a reputation for charm with a side of bless your heart. Bring an appetite and chow down on some comfort food while exploring some of the US’s coolest places. From Spanish moss-covered history to hot chicken joints […]

In 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt established the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). The program was intended to give work to nearly 5 million young men who were unemployed after WWI. The most amazing part, to me though, is that through the CCC, America’s National Park System saw […]

If you’ve ever been to The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, chances are that you’ve spent some time on Newfound Gap Road. Like many park visitors, you probably didn’t even know it! This 31-mile-long road is filled with incredible mountainscapes showing how beautiful the Great […]

It’s that time of year! The holidays are right around the corner and we’re feeling festive. All over the globe, people celebrate this time of year so we’re sharing some of Christmas traditions around the world you might not know about. Christians traditions from around […]

Tennessee has quite a few natural wonders that are commonly known, like the Smoky Mountains. But it wasn’t until we moved here that I learned of the many rivers, lakes, and caves in Tennessee. There is so much around that celebrates natural wonder around the […]

Yosemite National Park was one of the first National Parks established in the United States and it is pretty massive. Not to mention, there is so much to see and experience there! The good thing about a park like Yosemite is that no matter when […]

The National Wildlife Refuge System is a designation given to a protected area that is part of the system of public lands and waters. These lands set out to conserve America’s fish, wildlife, and plants. North Carolina is home to a number of state parks, scenic drives, […]

Sometimes I feel like State Parks are the little brother living in the National Park Systems’ shadow. All over the United States, we have some beautiful National Parks. But I feel like we sometimes forget about the beauty our State Parks offer us. Across North Carolina […]

I first went to Barcelona when I was in high school on a summer trip. Even though I was a fresh-faced traveler having only experienced a fraction of the world the city captivated me. I feel in love. One of the things I love so […]

Many of the people I know seem to think there isn’t a whole lot to do in Winston Salem. But every time I’ve been, usually for a short weekend trip, I feel like I don’t have enough time. Something about this adorable artsy town reminds […]

Scotland is one of those places that doesn’t just speak to your wanderlust, it speaks to your soul. If you watched Game of Thrones or you’ve been binging Outlander, you know what I’m talking about! Something about those cute cows and huge cliffs makes you […]

Havana has captivated the hearts of creatives like Hemmingway and today, that romanticism we hold the Cuban capital in still pulses through travelers today. It embraces beauty, the old and the new as vintage cars casually pass by. With a rich history and vibrant culture, […]

I’ve spent a lot of time in Colombia. I spent my summers growing up visiting my maternal grandparents after we lived in Bogota for a few years. I now try to go every few years since my parents moved back before Tim and I got married. […]