From the Blog
10 Dog-Friendly Cities in the US to Visit With Your Pooch
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 […]
6 Festivals in Fukuoka You Don’t Want to Miss
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 […]
Things to Keep In Mind When Flying With a Pet
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 […]
10 Can’t Miss Things to do in Vermont
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, A Story Of Collaboration and Conservation
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 […]
Things to do in Charleston for a Day Filled With Southern Charm
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 […]
Moving Tips + Countdown: When To Do What So You Don’t Go Crazy
I feel like between how often I moved growing up (a few of which were international moves) and how many times Tim and I have moved since we got married (especially that Chicago move into a micro-apartment) that I am experienced enough to give others […]
10 Best Vegan Restaurants in Chicago
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 […]
Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, A Bird Watchers Paradise
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 […]
The Trails of Obed Wild and Scenic River
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 […]
Wine Not? Offbeat, Unique Wine Destinations Worth Exploring in the U.S.
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 […]
Gatlinburg Moonshine Walking Tour + Whiskey History (And Tasting Spots!)
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 […]
9 Amazing U.S. National Parks Filled With Natural Marvels
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 […]
The Minimalist Chronicles: We’re Living in a Micro Apartment
I haven’t really touched much on our minimalism + tiny living journey lately. Last time we really talked about the subject was around this time last year when we decided to move into a 1 bedroom apartment and backed out of buying our tiny house. […]
Alexa, It Is Time For Our Next Vacation: Smart Speaker Travel Tips
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 […]
Winter Skin Care Tips to Keep Your Skin Happy When the Temperature Drops
When the temperatures outside take a nose dive so does the amount of moisture in your skin. And it isn’t just the colder weather that is to blame. Long hot showers, heat in the office or at home, and otherwise normal products all dry out […]
Things You Should Know Before Visiting Tulum and Playa del Carmen
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 […]
Old City Charm: Awesome Things to do in Cartagena, Colombia
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 […]
The Importance of Having a Well Stocked Bar for Entertaining
Much like Meghan Markle when she had her first “Tig moment”, I never felt like I knew much about wine. At least not in the connoisseur sense of wine knowledge. And when it came to buying reds and wines for drinking, I started to experience […]
Ready, Set, Go! Best Things to do in Cabo
Whether you’ve never been to Cabo or make your way to the seaside town every year, I think we can all agree that there are a number of awesome ways to spend your time. We’ve put together an awesome bucket list of things you HAVE […]