Oahu is one of my favorite Hawaiian islands. It’s easy to get to, full of amazing sights, yummy food, and a rich culture. My husband and I first visited Oahu for our honeymoon in 2014 and it has been a special place to us ever since. We recently returned for a week long trip this…
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…
Olympic National Park Adventure: 24 Hour Getaway from Seattle
An Olympic National Park getaway is the perfect 24 hour or weekend adventure from Seattle. This park has it all! I’m talking a beautiful coastline, lust rain forests, and soaring mountains. You will have a hard time choosing what to do with your time… and that’s where this post comes in! My husband and I…
15 Least Crowded National Parks in the US (and Why You Need To Visit Them!)
America’s national parks are getting busier each year. And it can be challenging at times to escape the crowds. During my road trip to visit all of them, I typically found myself enjoying the least crowded national parks the most. It was those moments of solitude that I look back on with some of the…
Top 6 Must-See Canadian Rockies Lakes
If you are a fan of breathtakingly beautiful lakes, you absolutely NEED to visit the Canadian Rockies. My first visit was in 2012 and since then I have returned 3 times, with another visit planned for later this year. My favorite things to see when exploring areas like Banff, Yoho and Jasper National Parks are the…
Best Things To Do In & Around Cusco, Peru
Peru is one of those places you could visit again and again, and still be blown away. Cusco is probably my favorite region of Peru, mostly for its friendliness, sheer beauty and vibrant culture. July ’18 was my second time visiting the area and I am excited to share my recommendations with you all! I…
Couples Adventure Getaway to British Columbia, Canada
My husband and I recently went on an adventurous short getaway to beautiful British Columbia, Canada. Being based in Seattle, it’s an absolute no-brainer to explore British Columbia at least a couple of times a year… it’s only a 2 hour drive! As many of you know, my husband and I are full-time travel photographers…
5 Epic Alaska Hiking & Backpacking Adventures (+ Packing Tips!)
Alaska is jam packed with incredible hiking trails and opportunities for backpacking. I know it’s kind of cliche, but Alaska really does have an untamed wildness about it… and the state has some of the most rugged landscapes in the world. In saying that, you don’t have to be Bear Grylls to have your own…
How to Spend 24 Hours in San Francisco
San Francisco is one of those cities that instantly pulls you in with its charm and history. I find myself visiting again and again, each time with new experiences to be had. This trip was a short one and my husband and I had to pack in as much as possible in one day. I…
The 15 Most Underrated National Parks in America
In 2017 my husband and I took a road trip to all the US national parks. We set off thinking we knew exactly which parks would be the best and which parks would be just so-so. Mother Nature has a funny way of tricking us… because boy did she prove me wrong for some of…