In 2017 I traveled to every single US national park with my husband. During the planning stages we very quickly realized there wasn’t much online to help us plan our itinerary. Of course there were blog posts listing all the national parks and plenty of people saying how they would hypothetically road trip to all…
The Ultimate Guide to Exploring Zion National Park
Zion National Park is one of the most unique places on earth, and one that truly showcases the diversity of landscapes in the National Park System. In this guide I’m sharing all the information needed to plan your dream Zion National Park trip! Whether you are an adventure junkie or just looking to explore Zion…
The Ultimate Guide to Exploring Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Park is one of my favorite places on earth. It’s home to insanely beautiful mountain peaks (including the Grand Teton itself sitting at 14,000 feet), abundant wildlife, world-class hiking terrain, and picturesque landscapes everywhere you turn. I have visited Grand Teton National Park at least 6 times since moving to the US…
9 Must-Do Kauai Outdoor Adventures + Packing Guide
Kauai is one of those destinations that will leave you wanting to return time-and-time again. It’s home to breathtaking scenery, some of the world’s best beaches, insane hikes, and much more. In this blog post I am sharing 9 must-do Kauai outdoor adventures for your next island vacation! I’m also sharing some “easier” things to…
Plan an Incredible Trip to the Big Island of Hawaii
The Big Island of Hawaii is one of my favorite tropical destinations! My first visit was in 2014 as part of my honeymoon, then I explored the island in 2017 during our National Parks road trip, and again in late 2019 for a beach getaway. Each visit has left me wanting more and I am…
Holiday Gift Guide for National Park Lovers
My love for the national parks began in 2012 when I first visited North America. My husband and I road tripped across the US and Canada for three months, stopping at a handful of national parks and monuments. I still remember stepping into Yosemite Valley for the first time and being absolutely blown away by…
A Magical Stay at Ashnil Samburu Camp, Kenya
After wrapping up our stay at Ol Pejeta Conservancy and Solio Lodge recently, we finished off our trip to Kenya with a memorable visit to Ashnil Samburu Camp. In this blog post I am going to be sharing a little about the camp and also a couple of stories from my favorite animal encounter during…
Orange County Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know!
California’s Orange County is the perfect destination for a short getaway. The OC is jam packed with beautiful beaches, amazing places to eat, scenic hikes, historic sights, and fun parks like Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm. In this blog post I’m sharing everything you need to know to plan your own trip! Orange County Travel…
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…
Ultimate Safari Adventure at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Kenya
I was lucky enough to recently take the safari adventure of a lifetime, at the incredible Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya. I really don’t know where to even start. This trip was everything I had ever imagined an African wildlife safari to be… AND so much more! In this blog post, I will be going…