Looking for a winter wonderland? One that’s really fairytale material? Look no farther than Europe! My sweet husband Steve and I had a fun and unexpectedly exciting time in Switzerland and Liechtenstein this past January, and we highly recommend the experience! Here’s an itinerary for your own trip to this Alpine winter playground! Day 1: Arrive… Continue reading 6 Winter Days in Switzerland and Liechtenstein
Do you like ruins? They are major draws for tourists around the world, but they’re not for everyone. They serve as a warning against whatever was their downfall, they make epic backdrops, they are a window into the past. There is beauty in the broken, but sometimes it takes hundreds of years to find it.… Continue reading Ruined: Beauty in the Broken Places
Every field has its own lingo. But with travel lingo, every traveler needs to be able to decipher it. So next time you look at your boarding pass or try to read a travel blog, just refer to this post and you’ll be in the know in no time! Boarding Pass This is what you… Continue reading Ultimate Guide to Travel Lingo
It’s the dream! Winter in Europe is full of snowy mountain villages, Christmas markets, world-class ski and winter sports resorts, and in some countries… reindeer! But packing winter clothes can be a challenge. So here’s your quick guide to a packable, carry-on only, winter wardrobe that will allow you to enjoy fairytale-Europe at its most… Continue reading What Women Pack for Winter in Europe
One of the most common questions I get is, “how can I afford to travel?” The answer is different for everyone, but the general rules apply to all. But this post is about more than just saving money. It’s just as important to spend your money wisely and keep it safe while you’re traveling, too! *This… Continue reading Ultimate Guide to Travel and Your Money
I have the most incredible story to tell you. Through the magic of the Internet, I met my friend Colma. She is a North Island Kiwi, and on her own time and of her own accord, she helped this very overwhelmed professional traveler plan a Trip of a Lifetime to New Zealand’s stunning South Island.… Continue reading 10 Days on New Zealand’s South Island
It’s an exceptionally special What I Ate Wednesday, everyone! American Thanksgiving is next Thursday, so this week, I’m giving you all the best food from my home country: the United States of America! It’s more than burgers and milkshakes, my friends. I hope you brought an appetite. Apple Pie: All Over America Have you heard… Continue reading What to Eat in the USA
Vermont is an absolutely beautiful state. Some people go for the fall foliage, others go for the epic skiing or even the ultimate white Christmas! Our recent trip took us up to Stowe, Vermont, and we learned a few things along the way. No matter your reason for visiting Vermont, here’s a quick list of… Continue reading What to Know Before You Visit Vermont
We love them: the underdog, the hidden gem, the secret wonder so few know about that you can feel like it’s your very own! In my travels, I’ve discovered a few places like this. The lesser known destinations that always seem to be overlooked because of more popular nearby destinations that happened to have… Continue reading Most Underrated Travel Destinations
Ah, love! It makes the world go ’round, so they say. Perhaps you’re reading this because you’re in throws of wedding planning, and perhaps you’re just longing for a break from it all. I know for my own wedding planning it seemed like everything was going wrong (well, mostly because it was!). I left the… Continue reading The World’s Most Perfect Honeymoons
