A Christmas list for the traveler! Christmas shopping is my least favorite part of the holiday season. The stress of trying to choose a gift people will like plus the cost just muddles the magic of the season. However, I do like to see people's faces when I get the gift right! So, here is a list of items I use and love or wish that I had![...]
There is really no secret recipe to visiting New York City at Christmas on a budget. It is the busiest and most popular time to visit NYC and with that comes inflated prices. However, NYC at Christmas really is magical and worth a visit; so what does an NYC Christmas weekend cost? Here you will find:How much we paid for flightsHotel pric[...]
Haven't been to New York City, but interested in experiencing NYC at Christmas? It can be an expensive item to mark off the bucket-list, so a great way to do it without breaking the bank is to have a New York Christmas weekend! Here is a great way for first-timers to spend 48 hours in NYC and maximize your Christmas experience! Here you w[...]
The United States can really do fall foliage well. I know New England can burst into 50 shades of yellow, red and orange like no one else. HOWEVER, it isn't the only place that comes to life with color! AND, there are many places that have the color without the crowds and the prices of New England. So, if you are looking for a fall US ROA[...]
October is one of my FAVORITE months to travel. Not ONLY because it is my birthday month 😜, but because the weather is typically mild, the crowds are down, the prices are cheaper and it generally makes for a great trip! Here are my top places to visit in October and why:Austria (And Germany)SloveniaCroatiaCosta RicaIcelandBanff Nationa[...]
A frequently asked question is "Are the Maldives worth it?" Between the time it takes to get there and the amount of money it can take. Is it even worth it? Getting to the Maldives Is it worth the nearly 24 hours of travel? Can you entertain yourself in the Maldives? Is it worth the money? Honest opinion of the Maldives Work[...]
If you are headed to Cancun and want to see the bluest waters there, take a catamaran tour to Isla Mujeres! Waters near Cancun's hotels can be hit-or-miss; some are beautiful and some look like a murky lake 🙃. Isla Mujeres is a SMALL island, only about 4.3 miles long and less than a third of a mile wide. However, what its lacking in si[...]
Planning a 7-day Utah road trip? I'm not here to tell you what to do, but I'm saying if you follow these rules you are going to have an epic Utah road trip! This is one of the most FUN trips we have had, including US AND international trips we've taken! Loads of people do the same thing each year, so there is a ton of information out ther[...]
If you are planning for 8 days in Costa Rica, here is a fun, action-packed itinerary to fill your days! There is SO MUCH to do in Costa Rica. Nearly every town offers unique outdoor experiences, beautiful hikes, jungles and/or abundant wildlife. We met at least 3 people on our trip that were on a one month trip around Costa Rica. Being as[...]
Curios why you need to road trip Austria in October? First, why even choose Austria? It has gorgeous gorgeous alp views like Switzerland, but without the price-tag; plus great beer! Second, October is the best month to visit Austria because: Weather is awesomeFall Foliage is peakingPrices are downCrowds are minimalBelow I'll delve deep i[...]