Visiting Madeira, Portugal has been on my bucket list for years, and my husband and I decided to visit for our latest anniversary. We stayed in an incredibly picturesque vacation rental in Funchal, Madeira and spent the week hiking, watching endless sunrises and sunsets, and exploring the island on foot. It feels like there are…
Arctic Expedition on the Seabourn Venture – Greenland and Canada
My husband and I were invited to sail on Seabourn’s new ultra-luxury expedition ship – the Seabourn Venture. Seabourn has been a world leader in the cruise industry for years, and the Seabourn Venture is their first ever purpose-built expedition vessel. It was designed to travel to remote destinations such as Antarctica, the British Isles and…
Incredible Iceland Road Trip Itinerary and Planning Guide
Iceland is one of my absolute favorite road trip destinations in the entire world. There aren’t many other places where you can drive right past towering glaciers, lagoons filled with icebergs, active volcanoes, dramatic mountain peaks, and even coastal fjords. If you get lucky, your vehicle may even light up a vibrant green as the…
Packing for a Winter Trip to the Arctic – Complete Packing List and Tips
It can be daunting packing for a winter trip to the Arctic, especially when it’s your first time! I’ve visited Arctic destinations like Finland and Iceland during the winter months, as well as extremely cold places like the Canadian Rockies and Colorado. During those trips, I have learned what clothing does and doesn’t work and…
Plan the Ultimate Fall Road Trip to the Dolomites of Italy
I recently spent some time exploring the Italian Dolomites and now I am convinced that it’s one of the most beautiful places on earth!I’ve lived in mountainous places such as Colorado and the U.S. Pacific Northwest, and traveled to destinations like Peru, Alaska, Switzerland, and New Zealand… and nothing quite prepared me for the jagged…
Wild Atlantic Way: Exploring Ireland’s Breathtaking Coastal Route
Ireland is one of those destinations that will leave you wanting to return and again! In 2019 I took an incredible week-long trip exploring Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. This spectacular coastal route has it all… think beautiful sea cliffs, a rich history, seemingly endless castles, tons of cute sheep, quiet winding roads, and friendly locals….
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Lapland, Finland in Winter
Lapland, Finland is the ultimate winter travel destination! This dreamy part of the world has it all… think reindeer sleigh rides, dog sledding, northern lights, amazing hotels, authentic saunas, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and much, much more! In this blog post, I’m sharing all the insider tips on everything you need to know for planning your own…
Breathtaking Isle of Skye Photography Locations
Exploring Scotland had been on my bucket list for quite some time. So naturally, I jumped at the opportunity to attend Sony Alpha‘s photo expedition there this past September. The trip was beyond anything I could have imagined… The whole country was wildly beautiful and bursting with culture. In this blog post, I am sharing what…
Faroe Islands Travel Guide + Best Photography Spots
The Faroe Islands are unquestionably beautiful and secluded. The 18 islands are located in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean – northwest of Scotland and midway between Norway and Iceland. Despite being unknown to most, these rugged and wild islands are gaining popularity with tourists. People come to the Faroe Islands to explore the…
Wild Iceland – 15 Day Photography Road Trip
Iceland is wildly rugged and incredibly beautiful. After visiting for the first time in the summer of 2014, I knew I just had to return. My husband Matthew and I recently spent 15 days road-tripping around the land of fire and ice. In this post I will share with you our itinerary, along with some epic photography…