Have you heard it too? You casually mention that you’re considering a little getaway in the Southeast, and then they say, “Well, what about Asheville?” Michael and I have heard this countless times over the past few years; suddenly it seemed like everyone was either planning a trip to the North Carolina city or had …
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Exploring the Gulf Coast: A Day Trip Guide to St. Petersburg, Florida
At the start of the year, Michael and I made a resolution: visit one Florida destination every month. Twelve months and countless adventures later, we still felt like we’d barely scratched the surface of everything the Sunshine State has to offer. Choosing our final stop was no easy task. This post contains affiliate links and …
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Gifts for Your Fellow Adventurer
I promise I won’t be offended if you roll your eyes at this post. I get it—many people find the holiday utterly insufferable with all of the forced “romanticism” and capitalist gifting. Whether you love or hate the holiday, I’ve rounded up a few items that any travel-lover would adore, regardless of whether these are …
How to Outsmart a Pickpocket: 15 Items with Hidden Pockets
Google “Paris pickpockets” and you’ll receive nearly a million results. The city is famous for its landmarks and pastries, yes, but it’s also famous for something else: pickpocketing. In the months leading up to our first trip to the City of Light in 2014, I spent hours online researching scams and pickpocketing techniques (it’s an …
A Bit of France in Florida: Attending the Pétanque Amelia Island Open
I first encountered the sport Pétanque (also called Boules) when I was researching for my very first trip to France back in 2014. Upon arrival, I witnessed the cutthroat nature and unshakeable camaraderie of the players Michael and I saw in the parks of Paris and so were inspired to attend the largest tournament in …
Winter Travel Style Wishlist
Well, we’re already a few weeks into winter, but better late than never, right? I’m currently striving toward building a wardrobe I’m content with—both at home and away—which means I’m giving new things a lot of thought before bringing them into my home. Mild winters here in Florida mean I can get away with jeans, …
Mount Dora Day Trip: How to Make the Most of a Visit to the Mount Dora Craft Fair
With so many events on the calendar, it’s easy to see that Mount Dora lives up to its “Festival City” nickname. And indeed, a festival is how Michael and I found ourselves in the Central Florida city one beautiful October morning as part of our mission to visit a different destination in our home state …
2018 Holiday Gift Guide: Last Minute Travel Gifts
We’ve all been there: the moment you realize that you’ve accidentally left someone off your list (or when you’ve put off getting a gift for that person who’s impossible to shop for) and a sense of panic sets in. Not to worry! Today I’m sharing a few gifts that you can still get today—and get …
Traveling Light: An Autumn Packing List for Denver, Colorado
In the days leading up to my trip to Denver, I put a call out on Instagram for cold-weather dressing tips because the forecast looked bleak. You guys really pulled through and I was prepared with my warmest clothes. This post contains affiliate links and I may receive a small commission if you make a …
A Perfect Holiday Weekend Itinerary for Denver, Colorado
When our families’ plans changed for the Thanksgiving weekend, Michael and I had to make a change to ours, too—and naturally, we took it as an opportunity to travel. With just a few days’ notice before the long weekend, we were left with limited options for flights in our price range and at times that …