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What It’s Really Like To Visit Rome In May
If you visit Rome in May you can expect fewer crowds and lower hotel prices than peak summer months, as well as near perfect weather. Sounds pretty good, right? Well, ... Read more
Where We Stay As Tourists In Paris And Why
We don’t know exactly how many times we’ve been to Paris. All we know is it’s a lot! And we always stay in a different arrondissement so we can get ... Read more
How We Visited The Vatican Museums The Best + Worst Ways
Right or wrong, best or worst. They’re opinions, subjective and open to interpretation. One person’s right might be someone else’s wrong. But when it comes to talking about our two ... Read more
How Not To Visit The Colosseum In Rome
We made a crucial mistake at the Colosseum in Rome, not once but twice. And although we have reasonable explanations both times, it still annoys us to this day. What ... Read more
The Places We’d Stay As Tourists In Rome And Why
We’re happy to admit that we were feeling overwhelmed about where to stay in Rome before visiting for the first time back in July 2018. It’s natural to feel a ... Read more
Exactly How To Spend 4 Days In Rome
“Okay, let’s find out if 4 days is enough time for our first trip to Rome.” They are the exact words Mark said to Kristen as we boarded our Rome ... Read more
Exactly What To Do On A First Visit To Rome
We’d just spent 2 weeks traveling through Spain before taking a ridiculously cheap flight from Seville to Pisa for 9 euros each, seeing the leaning tower and hopping on a ... Read more
Exactly How To Spend 2 Weeks In Italy
How many days do we need in Italy? This was the big question on our minds as we began planning our first visit back in July 2018. Mark had already ... Read more
Our 10 Favorite Italian Travel Destinations
Imagine sitting at a tiny outdoor table in a crowded restaurant with a buzzy atmosphere set in a narrow cobbled street on a warm evening, eating authentic Neapolitan pizza and ... Read more
10 Unique Things You Need To See In San Diego, California
San Diego is an outdoors-orientated, laid back and trendy city boasting the best tacos in America. We drove California’s Pacific Coast Highway back in November 2019 and spent 3 fantastic ... Read more
10 Things You Have To Experience On A First Trip To Paris
We’ve visited Paris more times than we can count and it’s become one of our favorite capital cities in the world. We just can’t get enough of its famous attractions, ... Read more
What It’s Like To Travel When Pregnant
In the beginning of 2024, we set up a home base in North Carolina after traveling the world for 6 years. It was a huge change for many reasons, and ... Read more
Why We Don’t Use AI On Our Travel Blog: The 5 Key Reasons
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the world as we know it. It’s the industrial revolution of The Information Age. Many job sectors are going to be heavily impacted, and a ... Read more
10 Things We Don’t Like About Having An Online Business
In 2018, we quit our careers as scientists, set off traveling the world and created a travel blog. Now we help millions of people visit new destinations each year, but ... Read more
10 Things We Love About Having An Online Business
Creating, building and managing our own successful online business has been the most challenging thing either of us has ever done. Everything (and we really mean every single thing!) is ... Read more
10 Things We Don’t Like About Long Term Travel
Travel isn’t just our passion, it’s our lifestyle and our livelihood. We live, eat and sleep travel. For the last 6 years, we’ve been exploring the world almost non-stop and ... Read more
10 Things We Love About Long Term Travel
We quit our science careers in the spring of 2018 and set off on an 18 month honeymoon around the world. Two weeks later in a cafe in Cordoba, Spain ... Read more
How To Visit The Louvre For The First Time
The Louvre is one of the largest and most visited museums in the world. It contains over 600,000 works of art spanning almost 10,000 years of history, and it typically ... Read more
How To Visit The Eiffel Tower For The Very First Time
The Eiffel Tower is one of the most iconic landmarks in the world, and it’s one of those truly unmissable first time in Paris experiences. But you know what that ... Read more
Visiting The Palace Of Versailles From Paris
We visited the Palace of Versailles on a day trip from Paris in November 2023. It was a cold and rainy winter day, but that didn’t stop us from enjoying ... Read more
Paris Pass Comparison: Which One Is Best?
Are you looking for the perfect attractions pass for your visit to Paris? Over the years we’ve learned that attraction passes are one of the best ways to save money ... Read more
How To Visit Seodaemun Prison In Seoul, South Korea
The Seodaemun Prison History Hall is an interesting museum located in western Seoul’s Independence Park. This prison has a dark history, showcasing Japanese cruelty over Korea which occurred during the ... Read more
How To Visit The Jongmyo Shrine In Seoul, South Korea
The Jongmyo Shrine is one of the most unique things to see in Seoul because it features the spirit tablets of the deceased kings and queens of South Korea. It ... Read more
Visiting The 5 Royal Palaces In Seoul, South Korea
There are five royal palaces in Seoul. While most visitors add Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung and Changgyeonggung to their bucket list, there are two more palaces to consider including Deoksugung and Gyeonghuigung. ... Read more
How To Visit Gyeonghuigung Palace In Seoul
Gyeonghuigung Palace is the least visited palace in Seoul and is not well known to most visitors. It was built to fulfill a prophecy that the site would produce kings and ... Read more
How To Visit Deoksugung Palace In Seoul
Located directly across the street from City Hall in downtown Seoul, Deoksugung is one of the least visited palaces in the city. It was first used by King Seonjo and ... Read more
How To Visit Changgyeonggung Palace In Seoul
While Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung are the most popular palaces in Seoul, Changgyeonggung Palace was the third palace compound to be built during the Joseon Dynasty and it’s often overlooked. This ... Read more
Tips For Taking The Huwon Secret Garden Tour In Seoul
The Huwon Secret Garden is a popular highlight of Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul. Now an official UNESCO World Heritage Site, it was loved by Seoul’s royal family because it was built ... Read more
How To Visit Changdeokgung Palace (+ The Secret Garden)
Visiting Changdeokgung Palace is one of the most popular things to do in Seoul because it’s home to the Huwon Secret Garden. It was the second royal palace built during the ... Read more
How To Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace In Seoul
Gyeongbokgung Palace was one of our favorite places to visit in Seoul. It was built in 1395 and served as main palace during the Joseon Dynasty, so it’s a great ... Read more
35 Unique Things To Do In Seoul For First Time Visitors
We spent 14 memorable days exploring Seoul in March 2023. Our days were filled with museums, hikes, palaces, observation decks and Korean BBQ. But even with two weeks, we still ... Read more
10 Things To Know About Visiting Lake Tahoe In November
If you visit Lake Tahoe in November you can expect mixed weather, empty hiking trails, lower hotel prices and ski lifts beginning operation ready for the winter season. Lounging on ... Read more
50+ National Park Gifts For Adventure Lovers
Are you looking for an epic gift idea featuring America’s stunning national parks for that outdoor adventurer in your life? Well, you’ve come to the right place because that’s exactly ... Read more
25 Awesome Hiking Trails You Can’t Miss In Utah
Utah is home to some of the most famous adventure hikes in the United States, including Angels Landing and The Narrows in Zion, and Devils Garden in Arches. But there ... Read more
10 Unmissable Things To Do In Emerald Bay State Park
Emerald Bay State Park is one of the most popular places for hiking, photography and sightseeing in Lake Tahoe. And we think the best things to do include exploring Vikingsholm, ... Read more
How To Visit The N Seoul Tower In South Korea
The N Seoul Tower is a communication and observation tower located on the top of Namsan Mountain in Seoul, South Korea. It’s a very popular tourist attraction featuring stunning 360° ... Read more
Beautiful Sunrise And Sunset Photo Spots In Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe has so many unique photo spots with beautiful sunrise and sunset views. We found that some of the most popular locations were easy to access by foot or ... Read more
How To Visit Seoul Sky Observatory In Lotte World Tower
The Seoul Sky observation deck is located between the 117th and 123rd floor of the Lotte World Tower in Seoul, South Korea. It’s one of the most popular tourist attractions ... Read more
How To Spend A Day At The Corning Museum Of Glass
The Corning Museum of Glass is a popular attraction for visitors of all age groups. It features interactive exhibits, glass blowing demonstrations, an extensive gift shop and free tours. This ... Read more
Guide To Hiking Eagle Falls Trail In Lake Tahoe
Eagle Falls Trail is a popular 1.9-mile roundtrip hike with 430 feet elevation gain in Emerald Bay State Park near South Lake Tahoe. It’s a family friendly trail rated as ... Read more
Guide To Hiking Eagle Rock Trail In Lake Tahoe
Eagle Rock Trail is a relatively unknown 0.8-mile roundtrip hike with just 250 feet elevation gain on the western shores of Lake Tahoe, California. It’s an easy hike overall but ... Read more
Guide To Hiking Monkey Rock Trail In Lake Tahoe
Monkey Rock Trail is a moderately difficult 2.5-mile roundtrip hike with 500 feet elevation gain on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe. The trail starts out flat and easy, before ... Read more
Bonsai Rock Lake Tahoe: Parking, Trail + Sunset Photos
Bonsai Rock is most commonly reached by a moderately difficult 0.3-mile roundtrip hike with 120 feet elevation change from a roadside parking lot on the northeastern shores of Lake Tahoe, ... Read more
Chimney Beach Lake Tahoe: Parking, Hike + Photos
Chimney Beach is reached by hiking an easy 1-mile roundtrip trail with 200 feet elevation change from a small parking lot on the northeastern shores of Lake Tahoe, Nevada. After ... Read more
20 Unique Things To Do In Ithaca For First Time Visitors
Ithaca is a lively college town at the bottom of Cayuga Lake in the Finger Lakes. It’s a fun place to visit for a few days, but it’s also a ... Read more
Cave Rock Lake Tahoe: Parking, Trail + Sunset Photos
Cave Rock Trail is an easy 0.8-mile roundtrip hike with 120 feet elevation change on the southeastern shores of Lake Tahoe, Nevada. It takes about 15 minutes to reach Cave ... Read more
12 Unmissable Waterfalls To See In Ithaca, NY
Ithaca is home to more than 100 waterfalls, including some of the tallest and most striking in New York’s stunning Finger Lakes region. From hidden gems to beautiful cascades cutting ... Read more
How To Hike The Cascadilla Gorge Trail In Ithaca, NY
The Cascadilla Gorge Trail is a scenic hike in the Finger Lakes region of New York. It connects downtown Ithaca with Cornell University and it’s unique because students often use ... Read more
15 Interesting Things To Do At Imjingak Park Near The DMZ
Imjingak Park is located near one of the most heavily militarized regions in the world, the DMZ. The park symbolizes the hope of a reunification between North and South Korea, ... Read more
How To Visit Ithaca Falls In Ithaca, New York
Ithaca Falls is a popular and extremely photogenic waterfall located in the heart of Ithaca NY. It’s one of the most powerful waterfalls in the area with a height of ... Read more
Our DMZ Tour Review (+ How To Choose The Best One)
A typical DMZ tour includes Imjingak Park, the 3rd Tunnel and Dora Observatory which overlooks North Korea. Most tours last 6-10 hours roundtrip from Seoul and you can choose additional ... Read more
10 Things To Know About Visiting Acadia In The Fall
If you visit Acadia National Park in the fall you can expect vibrant fall foliage colors, comfortable hiking conditions, later sunrises and earlier sunsets, heavy crowds and inflated hotel prices. ... Read more
20 Awesome New York State Parks To Visit By A Local
New York is home to over 180 state parks featuring waterfalls, hiking trails, gorges, beaches, natural swimming pools and lakes. And honestly, we think a few of these stunning landscapes ... Read more
14 Fun Things To Do In Niagara Falls State Park
Niagara Falls State Park is located on the American side of the falls in upstate New York and it often gets confused with the Canadian side. From the US side ... Read more
What To Expect At Green Lakes State Park In Upstate, NY
Green Lakes State Park is located along the eastern edge of the NY Finger Lakes region near Syracuse. It showcases two very deep glacial lakes surrounded by beautiful old growth ... Read more
How To Visit Grimes Glen Park In Naples New York
Grimes Glen Park in Naples, New York features two beautiful waterfalls along an easy hiking trail. It’s a popular spot for both hikers and families to enjoy nature at its ... Read more
How To Visit Snoqualmie Falls In Washington
Snoqualmie Falls is one of the most powerful and visually impressive waterfalls in Washington State. It’s a perfect place to visit for the whole family because you can either hike ... Read more
Hiking Wallace Falls State Park Waterfall Trail
Wallace Falls State Park is home to a challenging 5.5-mile roundtrip waterfall hike with 1,240 ft elevation gain, and we think it’s one of the most visually stunning trails in ... Read more
How To Visit Chimney Bluffs State Park
Chimney Bluffs State Park is known for it’s beautiful clay formations along the southern shoreline of Lake Ontario. It’s home to hiking trails, picnic tables and amazing views of the ... Read more
How To Hike Bridal Veil Falls + Lake Serene Trail
Lake Serene and Bridal Veil Falls Trail is a challenging 8.2-mile roundtrip hike with 2,800 ft elevation gain near Index, Washington. We climbed to both natural landmarks and the best ... Read more
Hiking Mount Pilchuck Trail In Washington
Mt Pilchuck Trail is a challenging 5.4-mile roundtrip hike with 2,200 ft elevation gain near Granite Falls, Washington. We hiked the steep trail to Mount Pichuck fire lookout tower and ... Read more
How To Hike To Eternal Flame Falls In New York
Eternal Flame Falls near Buffalo in western New York is one of just nine natural eternal flames in the world. It sits behind a cascading waterfall in a beautiful fusion ... Read more
24 Waterfalls In The NY Finger Lakes You Need To See
The Finger Lakes region of upstate New York is well known for its popular wineries and rolling hills, but it’s also filled with hundreds of beautiful waterfalls. We found some ... Read more
Top 10 Places To Visit In The Finger Lakes (By A Local)
The Finger Lakes region of upstate New York is home to so many fantastic places to visit including museums, state parks, wineries, universities and historic sites. There’s no shortage of ... Read more
How To Hike The Gorge Trail At Stony Brook State Park
Stony Brook State Park is a 568-acre park in the New York Finger Lakes featuring jagged gorges, flowing waterfalls, beautiful hiking trails and a natural swimming pool. It’s a hidden ... Read more
20 Unique Things To Do In Watkins Glen
Watkins Glen is a small village packing a big punch in New York’s awesome Finger Lakes region. It’s home to striking waterfalls, unique museums, water sports, a raceway, farmers markets ... Read more
15 Amazing Places To Visit In Vietnam (+ Things To Do)
Vietnam has so many unique places to visit including national parks, historic temples, energetic cities and UNESCO heritage sites in areas like Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Sapa, Phong Nha ... Read more
What To Expect When You Visit Coit Tower
The Coit Tower is a famous landmark dominating the San Francisco city skyline. It’s a popular observation deck with stunning views of both the city and the bay, and while ... Read more
How To Visit The Exploratorium In San Francisco, California
The Exploratorium is one of the top attractions in San Francisco featuring hundreds of interactive exhibits for visitors of all age groups. It’s a very highly rated science museum and ... Read more
Is The Denver CityPASS Worth It?
The Denver CityPASS is the major attraction pass in the Mile High City. We used the pass ourselves during a trip to Denver and it saved us some money, but ... Read more
40 Free + Cheap Things To Do In San Francisco
After spending 8 days ticking off everything there is to do as tourists in San Francisco, we have to say the two unmissable things you must to do on a ... Read more
Is The Seattle CityPASS Worth it?
The Seattle CityPASS is the major attraction pass you can use to save money in Washington State’s most famous city. We personally used this pass ourselves and while we don’t ... Read more
30+ Camping Gift Ideas For Those Who Love The Wilderness
Do you have an avid camper in your life but don’t know what to get them this holiday season? Well it’s your lucky day because we’ve hand picked every item ... Read more
10 Things We Know About Visiting NYC In April
If you visit New York City in April you can expect fewer crowds, lower hotel prices and cherry blossoms blooming. We lived in NYC through winter and spring in 2021, ... Read more
San Francisco Pass Comparison: Which One Is Best?
We can tell you that from experience that there’s tons of fun things to do in San Francisco. But is it worth using an attractions pass when you go to ... Read more
Visiting Death Valley National Park In December
If you visit Death Valley National Park in winter you can expect cool temperatures, fewer crowds, more lodging availability and snow capped peaks. We’ve visited Death Valley in December and ... Read more
Is The San Francisco CityPASS Worth It?
The San Francisco CityPASS is one of the three major attraction passes in the Golden City and we personally used this pass ourselves. While we don’t think the pass will ... Read more
How To Visit The Japanese Tea Garden In San Francisco
Japanese Gardens are meant to be a place for quiet reflection and we think they are a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of a nearby city. The ... Read more
40 Fun Things To Do In Las Vegas (On + Off The Strip)
Las Vegas isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but we love the neon lights, upbeat atmosphere, elaborate luxury and massive amount of fun activities on offer. Our favorite things to do ... Read more
10 Popular Shows You Should See On The Las Vegas Strip
If you’ve never been to the Las Vegas Strip, you’ll understand the hype as soon as you visit. The city is essentially a playground for adults. Not only is there ... Read more
10 Unmissable Las Vegas Day Trips
You can choose between a wide range of truly wonderful day trips when you visit Las Vegas, including unique landmarks, underrated state parks and famous national parks. Vegas is surrounded ... Read more
Key Things To Know About Visiting Las Vegas In November
If you visit Las Vegas in November you can expect warm weather, fewer crowds and slightly cheaper hotel prices. But it’s not peak tourist season, so most hotel swimming pools ... Read more
What You Can’t Miss In Valley Of Fire State Park
We spent 2 amazing days hiking, exploring and taking photos of the stunning rugged red rock landscape in Valley of Fire State Park from dawn to dusk. And we honestly ... Read more
Our Honest Review For The Monarc 40L Travel Duffel
Relatively new to the travel space, the Monarc brand quickly caught our eye. One thing we need to do as travel professionals is be environmentally conscious, and this is something ... Read more
Fun Hiking Trails In Red Rock Canyon
Red Rock Canyon is a rugged national conservation area near Las Vegas that’s filled with adventurous hikes. The trails vary in difficulty, so it’s a great place for the whole ... Read more
Our Honest HEX Misshattan Backpack Review
We think the Misshattan camera backpack is a great addition to the HEX product line. It has a distinctive design along with an extremely functional camera bag. In this review ... Read more
Is The National Parks Passport Worth It?
If you’re heading to any of the US National Parks, you should consider buying a national parks passport to document your adventures. It’s a great way to support the parks ... Read more
Why We Think LEVEL8 Luggage Is A Good Option For Traveling
If you’re in the market for a new carry-on or suitcase, a LEVEL8 luggage set may be just what the doctor ordered. As professional travel bloggers, we understand the need ... Read more
How To Hike The Fire Wave Trail
The Fire Wave Trail is an easy 1.5-mile roundtrip hike with 175 feet elevation gain in Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada. We hiked the sandy and rocky trail to ... Read more
Our Day Trip To The Hoover Dam From Las Vegas
The Hoover Dam is a 726-foot tall concrete arch gravity dam that tames the mighty Colorado River on the Arizona-Nevada border. And it’s only 37 miles from the Strip, so ... Read more
The 5 NYC Observation Decks Ranked (With Our Pros + Cons)
Did you know there are 5 observation decks in Manhattan providing immense views over the iconic New York City skyline? Standing on top of each deck was top of our ... Read more
Guide To Visiting One World Observatory In New York City
The One World Observatory is popular three story observation deck located within the One World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan. It’s home to the SkyPod elevator which transports visitors 1,268 ... Read more
How To Visit Seven Magic Mountains Near Las Vegas
Seven Magic Mountains is a vibrant art installation in the desert just 25 minutes drive south from the Las Vegas Strip. Designed by Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone in 2015, the ... Read more
10 Awesome Places To Visit In Wyoming: Famous Parks + Hidden Gems
Wyoming is a wild and sparsely populated landscape filled with rugged natural beauty and unique geological features. It’s most famous for being home to Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks, ... Read more
Guide To Visiting The Empire State Building In New York City
Are you planning to visit either the 86th or 102nd floor observation deck at the Empire State Building? We’ve been up to the 86th floor during the day, for sunset ... Read more
Guide To Visiting Top Of The Rock In New York City
Top of the Rock is one of New York City’s two original observation decks. It features three levels with indoor and outdoor viewing platforms, so you can experience stunning views ... Read more
15 Unmissable Places To Visit In Vermont
Vermont is a postcard-perfect state filled with rolling hills, quaint towns, natural beauty and old-world charm. But which places should you add to your itinerary when you visit the Green ... Read more
How To Visit SUMMIT One Vanderbilt In NYC
The SUMMIT One Vanderbilt experience is NYC’s newest observation deck. It sits 93 floors above Midtown Manhattan offering visitors incredible views of New York and includes multiple interactive exhibits. The ... Read more
125 Inspiring National Park Quotes, Captions + Puns
The national parks are among the most sought after travel destinations in the United States. We’ve visited most of the famous parks and they’re honestly some of our favorite places ... Read more
20 Amazing Places To Visit In Utah: Famous Parks + Hidden Gems
Utah is one our favorite US states to visit for hiking, photography and outdoor adventures because its topography is so diverse. The Beehive State can be split into a red ... Read more
101 Beautiful Beach Quotes, Captions + Puns
If you’re headed to the beach and need a caption to pair with that perfect photo, we’ve done all the work for you with this compilation of our favorite beach ... Read more
101 Uplifting Sunset Quotes, Captions + Puns
As landscape travel photographers we absolutely love watching the sun go down. This list of our favorite sunset quotes will help you find the right words to describe your experiences ... Read more
98 Motivational Mountain Quotes, Captions + Puns
Heading to the mountains and looking for some inspiration? We’re sure our collection of favorite mountain quotes by famous authors, presidents and adventurers will motivate your next climb. Short Quotes ... Read more
101 Stunning Waterfall Quotes, Captions + Puns
As photographers, we find ourselves always chasing waterfalls for that perfect picture. There’s just something magical about mother nature and we hope to inspire you with our favorite waterfall quotes. ... Read more
100 Inspirational Road Trip Quotes, Captions + Puns
There’s no better feeling than hitting the open road, right? Well, our collection of favorite road trip quotes will inspire your next adventure and help you find that perfect Instagram ... Read more
20 Awesome Places To Visit In Arizona: Famous Parks + Hidden Gems
Arizona is a sun-kissed land of adventure and extraordinary landscapes. It’s best known for the mighty Grand Canyon, but we can assure you there’s so much more to see and ... Read more
101 Captivating New York Quotes Perfect For Instagram
There’s something special about New York City, and you can feel it from the very first time you visit. This collection of quotes will fuel your NYC wanderlust and help ... Read more
101 Epic Photography Quotes + Sayings
Photography is a long journey, but it can be enjoyed by anyone. We believe a good photographer is always experimenting and looking for their next photo so this long list ... Read more
50 Best Places To Visit In USA: Bucket List US Vacation Spots
The USA has to be one of the most tourist friendly countries in the world, right? It’s home to famous cities, spectacular national parks, iconic road trips and quaint towns. ... Read more
125 Best Hiking Quotes, Captions + Puns
Hitting the trails is one of our favorite things to do any time we take a trip. We hope this collection of our favorite hiking quotes will motivate you to ... Read more
Our Comparison Of The 8 NYC Attraction Passes: Which One Is Best For You?
There’s nowhere else in the world like New York City when it comes to iconic must-do tourist attractions. But entry prices at famous observation decks, museums, landmarks and all the ... Read more
20 Amazing National Parks To Visit In The USA
The USA is home to 63 national parks that showcase the country’s most stunning natural beauty, adventurous hiking trails, dramatic landscapes and unique geological formations. You can visit national parks ... Read more
30 Awesome Road Trips In USA: Most Scenic Drives In America
The United States has hundreds of scenic road trip routes through national parks, mountains, deserts, coastlines and forests. You can drive iconic US road trips like Route 66 and the ... Read more
50 Unmissable Hikes In The US: Top Rated USA Hiking Trails
The USA has thousands of scenic day hikes and epic long distance hikes carving through national parks, state parks, forests, deserts, volcanoes and mountain ranges. But there’s a collection of ... Read more
140 Travel Quotes To Inspire Your Wanderlust
Travel has the power to transform your life. Just one trip can help you see through a new perspective, trust us we know! Some of the quotes in this list ... Read more
Our Honest Review Of The NY Sightseeing Pass: Is It Worth Buying?
Thinking about getting a Sightseeing Pass for your trip to NYC but not sure if it’s the right fit for you? Well, you’re in the right place. In this honest ... Read more
The New York City Museums You Can’t Miss
New York City is home to some of the world’s most famous museums. You can see thousands of artifacts from around the globe, admire art spanning hundreds of centuries, learn ... Read more
10 Great Places To Go For The Tastiest Bagels In New York City
New York City has the best bagels in the world. There’s no debate! We’ve tried a wide range of classic bagel flavors like everything, blueberry, egg and onion with toppings ... Read more
Is The Go City Rome Explorer Pass Worth It?
We each used a Go City Rome Pass with 3 attractions during our trip to the Eternal City in 2022, and in this review we show you what we liked ... Read more
1-5 Days Sedona Itinerary For Hikers + Non-Hikers
We spent 8 amazing days exploring Sedona from dawn to dusk in December 2022, and it instantly became one of our favorite travel destinations in the US. For us, the ... Read more
20 Fun Things To Do When You Visit Sedona, AZ
We spent 8 truly incredible days exploring the best of Sedona at the very end of a 2 month zig-zagging road trip down from Seattle. It was December 2021, and ... Read more
Where To Stay In Sedona: 5 Popular Areas + 15 Top Rated Hotels
Sedona is one of our favorite places to visit in the US for hiking, photography and outdoor adventure. But what about hotels and figuring out where to stay? Well, Sedona ... Read more
20 Awesome Tours And Excursions You Can Try In Sedona AZ
From helicopter rides and spiritual vortex sites to off-road jeep trails and kayaking trips down the Verde River, you really are spoiled for choice when it comes to booking excellent ... Read more
Visiting Sedona In December: 10 Things You Need To Know
Are you thinking about visiting Sedona in December? We spent a truly unforgettable week in Sedona just before Christmas in December 2021, and we think the winter months offer a ... Read more
What To Expect On The Verde Canyon Railroad Ride
The Verde Canyon Railroad is a historic rail line running between the towns of Clarkdale and Perkinsville near Sedona, Arizona. It offers first class and coach seating along with lunch ... Read more
How To Find The 8 Sedona Vortexes
Sedona’s vortexes are believed to emit electromagnetic earth energy and many people report feeling physical, mental and emotional connections. We visited the 4 main vortex sites which are considered to ... Read more
25 Wineries To Visit On Sedona’s Verde Valley Wine Trail
Sedona AZ is home to the Verde Valley Wine Trail which offers visitors a totally unique experience away from hiking and outdoor adventure. It’s a self-guided wine trail featuring some ... Read more
9 Awesome Sedona Jeep Trails For Off Roading Adventure
Renting a Jeep was the best decision we made during our 8-day visit to Sedona in December 2021. We personally drove each of the 9 Sedona Jeep trails you’ll find ... Read more
How To Drive Diamondback Gulch Jeep Trail In Sedona
Diamondback Gulch is our second favorite off-roading trail in Sedona. It’s a varied and exciting 6.7-mile long three-quarter loop trail that allows your 4×4 vehicle to really showcase its capabilities. ... Read more
How To Drive Schnebly Hill Road Jeep Trail In Sedona
Schnebly Hill Road is one of the most popular off-roading Jeep trails in Sedona. It’s a bumpy 5.7-mile road that twists, turns and climbs up a red rock cliff before ... Read more
How To Drive Broken Arrow Jeep Trail In Sedona
The awesome and adventurous Broken Arrow Trail is our favorite off-roading Jeep trail in Sedona. It’s a unique, technical and exciting 4-mile drive leading to Submarine Rock and Chicken Point ... Read more
15 Stunning Sedona Sunrise And Sunset Photo Spots
Sedona is always in the conversation when we talk to friends and family about our favorite places in the US for photography. We adore Sedona’s wide open and rugged red ... Read more
5 Unmissable Ruins To Visit Near Sedona, Arizona
Sedona’s surrounding landscapes are home to various ruins showcasing ancient cliff dwellings and rock art. Many of these ruins are found in remote locations deep inside red sandstone canyons, and ... Read more
How To Visit The Honanki Heritage Site Near Sedona
The Honanki Heritage Site is a collection of rock art and cliff dwellings nestled within the Coconino National Forest near Sedona Arizona. It was built by the Sinagua people between ... Read more
Hiking In Sedona: The Easy + Hard Trails You Can’t Miss
There’s nowhere quite like Sedona when it comes to hiking. We’ve spent years ticking off awesome hikes all across America’s national parks, state parks, forests, mountains, deserts and canyons but ... Read more
Pyramid Scorpion Loop Trail: A Hidden Gem Hike In Sedona
We were determined to find a true hidden gem hike during our visit to Sedona, and we found it near the end of our trip on the Pyramid and Scorpion ... Read more
How To Visit The Palatki Heritage Site Near Sedona
The Palatki Heritage Site is an archeological area located within the Coconino National Forest near Sedona, Arizona featuring rock art and cliff dwellings built by the Sinagua people between 1150-1350 ... Read more
How To Visit Tuzigoot National Monument Near Sedona
Tuzigoot National Monument is an ancient multi-room pueblo built by the Sinagua pre-Columbian culture between 1100 and 1450 AD near Sedona, Arizona. We think it’s a great place to stop ... Read more
How To Visit Montezuma Castle National Monument
Montezuma Castle is a US National Monument located in Yavapai Country near Sedona, Arizona. It’s one of the best-preserved cliff dwellings ever found in the American Southwest that was built ... Read more
Hiking Sedona View Trail To Airport Mesa Scenic Lookout + Vortex Site
The best way to see Airport Mesa vortex site and scenic lookout in Sedona is to hike a short connecting path called Sedona View Trail. We hiked the trail ourselves ... Read more
Our Sunrise Hike To Chimney Rock + Little Sugarloaf In Sedona
Do you like the sound of a true hidden gem trail that’s short, on the easier end of moderately difficult and leads to two superb viewpoints overlooking Sedona, Arizona? Well, ... Read more
How To Visit Hilltop Hot Springs In Mammoth Lakes
Also known as Pulky’s Pool, Hilltop hot springs is a man made cement tub located along an elevated plateau in the Long Caldera Valley near Mammoth Lakes, California. It’s a ... Read more
How To Hike The West Fork Trail In Sedona Arizona
Would you like to hike an easy and scenic trail that’s slightly less jam-packed than the most popular hikes in Sedona? We know it’s rare, but trust us it is ... Read more
How To Hike Devils Bridge Trail In Sedona, Arizona
Devils Bridge Trail is a moderately difficult 4-mile roundtrip hike in Sedona, Arizona. The exceptionally popular trail begins at one of three trailheads and leads to Sedona’s largest natural sandstone ... Read more
How To Visit Crab Cooker Hot Springs In Mammoth Lakes
Crab Cooker hot spring is a man made cement tub with water piped into it from a nearby geothermal mineral spring. It’s a super popular hot spring located on BLM ... Read more
How To Visit Wild Willy’s Hot Springs In Mammoth Lakes
Wild Willy’s is a natural hot spring located within the Long Valley Caldera south of Mammoth Lakes in California. It’s free to visit and features multiple hot spring pools along a ... Read more
How To Hike Fay Canyon Trail In Sedona, Arizona
Fay Canyon Trail is an easy 2.4-mile roundtrip hike in Sedona, Arizona. It’s a super popular trail that can be hiked in many ways, including increasing difficulty with optional climbs ... Read more
How To Hike Doe Mountain Trail In Sedona
Doe Mountain Trail is a fantastic 1.5-mile out and back hike in Sedona. It’s a short but steep moderately difficult trail with 400 feet elevation gain up a series of ... Read more
How To Visit Travertine Hot Springs In Bridgeport, California
Travertine is a group of hot springs located along scenic US highway 395 outside of Bridgeport, California. These geothermal mineral springs cascade down travertine terraces and feature stunning views of ... Read more
How To Find Sedona’s 7 Most Stunning Secret Caves
Researching, finding and climbing inside hidden caves was one of our favorite things to do during our 8-day trip to Sedona. Seriously, how cool is it that you can hike ... Read more
Robbers Roost Trail: Hike To Shaman’s Cave In Sedona
We hiked to one of Sedona’s secret caves called Robbers Roost during our visit to Sedona in 2021. The cave is also known as Hideout Cave and Shaman’s Cave, and ... Read more
How To Hike The Keyhole Cave Trail In Sedona
The Keyhole Cave hike leading to one of Sedona’s hidden caves is a moderately difficult 2.3-mile roundtrip trail with a total elevation gain of 500 feet. We began the hike ... Read more
How To Hike Soldier Pass Trail In Sedona
Soldier Pass Trail is one of Sedona’s most popular trails because it leads to natural sandstone formations called Devils Kitchen, Seven Sacred Pools and Soldier Pass Cave. Sounds cool, right? ... Read more
How To Hike The Birthing Cave Trail In Sedona
The Birthing Cave hike in Sedona is a nice and easy 1.8-mile roundtrip trail. It begins at Long Canyon Trailhead and ends with a short but steep climb into a ... Read more
How To Hike Sedona Subway Cave + Boynton Canyon Trail
Boynton Canyon Trail is one of the most popular hikes in Sedona because it leads to the Instagram-famous Subway Cave. We hiked the entire 7.5-mile trail with 1,250 feet elevation ... Read more
20 Relaxing Northern California Hot Springs You Should Visit
Northern California is home to a wide range of secluded hot springs and developed resorts with mineral pools. Some of the most popular springs include Travertine, Wild Willy’s, Skyes, Harbin, ... Read more
How To Hike Bell Rock And Courthouse Butte Loop Trail
We hiked the picturesque Courthouse Butte Loop, before climbing Bell Rock and finding a second hidden trail that was way more adventurous than we expected. The loop was an easy ... Read more
How To Hike Cathedral Rock Trail In Sedona, Arizona
Cathedral Rock is a skyline dominating sandstone butte in the center of Sedona and it’s one of the most photographed natural landmarks in Arizona. We hiked the surprisingly steep and ... Read more
10 Popular Hiking Apps You Should Consider Downloading
Smartphone hiking and outdoor apps have significantly advanced over recent years and several have become seriously popular resources. It’s amazing how much information we can get in the palm of ... Read more
Our Honest Review For The Popular Secret Food Tour In Las Vegas
Eating our way through celebrity chef restaurants on a Las Vegas secret food tour was one of the best experiences we’ve had in Sin City. Not only did we sample ... Read more
10 Fun Things To Do In Kanab Utah: Top Hikes, Photo Spots + Activities
Kanab is the our favorite place to set up base for enjoying outdoor adventures on the southern Utah and northern Arizona border. The small town has affordable hotels, great restaurants, ... Read more
Dinosaur Tracks Trail: Quick + Fun Hike Near Kanab, Utah
Despite having an odd parking situation and poorly marked directions, we thought it was well worth hiking Dinosaur Tracks Trail near Kanab, Utah. It’s not every day you get to ... Read more
Hiking Wire Pass Trailhead Into The Awesome Buckskin Gulch Slot Canyon
Back in December 2021 we hiked the first few miles into Buckskin Gulch from Wire Pass Trailhead. It was a unique and thrilling experience, and we highly recommend you allow ... Read more
How To Hike Toadstool Hoodoos Trail In Southern Utah
Toadstool Hoodoos Trail is a short, fun and family friendly hike located half way between Kanab, Utah and Page, Arizona. We set off from the trailhead around 2 hours before ... Read more
Hiking Through The Belly Of The Dragon Near Kanab Utah
The name Belly of the Dragon alone intrigued us so much that we couldn’t miss it when we stayed in Kanab, Utah. And as soon as we arrived we understood ... Read more
Our Amazing Hike To The Wave In Arizona
Hiking to The Wave in northern Arizona is honestly among the most incredible experiences we’ve had since starting this travel blog in 2018. Winning a permit set our hearts racing ... Read more
The Wave Hiking Permits Explained: Advanced + Daily Lottery
The Wave in northern Arizona is widely accepted as having the hardest hiking permit to win in the United States. It has enormous demand, but only 16 groups or 64 ... Read more
How To Visit Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park In Utah
Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park was one of the standout surprise packages from our second road trip through southern Utah. We had absolutely no expectations but it turned out ... Read more
How To Get Inside The Moqui Sand Caves Near Kanab, Utah
The Moqui sand caverns near Kanab are a popular stop along Highway 89, but they often get confused with the Moqui Cave Museum which is a totally different thing a ... Read more
What To Expect At The Moqui Cave Museum In Kanab, Utah
The Moqui Cave Museum is a fun road side attraction in southern Utah. It catches your eye as you drive by because it features an old brick dwelling with white ... Read more
Five Different Ways You Can Spend One Day In Zion National Park
Are you short on time in southern Utah but feel like you just have to see what all the fuss is about at Zion? We hear you, it’s an amazing ... Read more
Our Guide To The Places You Can Stay Near Zion National Park
Springdale is our favorite place to stay near Zion National Park. Why? Because it’s a great town with a chilled outdoorsy vibe, excellent hotels and quality restaurants. But it’s also ... Read more
20 Awesome Hikes You Can’t Miss In Zion National Park
Zion National Park is famous for having some of the most popular adventure hiking trails in the US like Angels Landing, The Narrows and The Subway. But there’s plenty more ... Read more
When To Visit Zion National Park By Month And Season
Zion is one of our favorite US national parks because it’s so unique and adventurous, but it also has seasonal-specific pros and cons throughout the year. Things like hotel costs, ... Read more
The 4 Best Airports To Use When Visiting Zion National Park
Not sure which airport to use when you visit Zion? Well, St George is the closest regional airport to the park but it’s only served by a few cities in ... Read more
10 Essential Things To Know About Visiting Zion National Park In The Winter
The winter months of December, January and February are all excellent times to visit Zion National Park to benefit from fewer crowds, cheaper hotel rooms and quieter trails. And that’s ... Read more
Day Hiking The Adventurous Subway Trail In Zion National Park
Interested in day hiking Zion’s Subway from the bottom up? We don’t blame you, it’s a fantastic off the beaten path trail with a maximum of just 80 hikers per ... Read more
Guide To The Four Hiking Trails In Zion’s Quiet Kolob Canyons Area
It’s true, there really is a quieter region of Zion! Kolob Canyons is home to three mapped hikes ranging from easy to hard, and one hidden hiking trail leading into ... Read more
Exactly How To Hike Timber Creek Overlook Trail In Zion National Park
Timber Creek Overlook Trail is one of the best bang for your buck hikes in Zion. It’s short, easy and leads to an elevated viewpoint with dramatic views over giant ... Read more
Exactly How To Hike Taylor Creek Trail In Zion National Park
Taylor Creek Trail is a fun 5-mile roundtrip hike leading to Double Arch Alcove in Zion’s peaceful Kolob Canyons region. We’re happy to admit we didn’t have high expectations for ... Read more
Exactly How To Hike Emerald Pools Trail In Zion National Park
Emerald Pools Trail is one of the most popular hikes in Zion because it has a superb location in the main canyon, a perfect balance between distance and level of ... Read more
Exactly How To Hike The Pa’rus Trail In Zion National Park
Zion’s Pa’rus Trail is flat, easy and paved so it’s perfect for all hiking abilities and ages, plus it’s accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. Bikes are also allowed on the ... Read more
Exactly How To Hike The Watchman Trail In Zion National Park
The Watchman Trail is a great hike because it’s short, not too difficult, leads to a fantastic viewpoint and it’s quieter than Zion’s more famous trails. Oh, and the trailhead ... Read more
Hiking Grand Canyon’s South Kaibab To Bright Angel Trail (Rim To River)
Day hiking the iconic South Kaibab to Bright Angel Trail (also known as Rim to River) at Grand Canyon South Rim is one of our favorite travel memories to date. ... Read more
The 9 Easy And Hard Hikes You Can Try At Grand Canyon South Rim
You might be surprised to hear that there are only 9 hiking trails at Grand Canyon South Rim. But don’t worry, it’s all about quality over quantity. We’ve hiked many ... Read more
How To Hike South Kaibab Trail At Grand Canyon South Rim
South Kaibab Trail is the most scenic and exciting hike leading down below Grand Canyon South Rim. It’s steeper, more challenging and harder to access than it’s main rival Bright ... Read more
How To Hike Bright Angel Trail At Grand Canyon South Rim
Bright Angel Trail is the most popular hiking route leading down below Grand Canyon South Rim. It’s easy to access, the trail is gradual and it has several turnaround points ... Read more
The 4 Best Airports To Use For Grand Canyon National Park
Not sure which airport to use when you visit the Grand Canyon? Well, Flagstaff Pulliam is the closest regional airport to South Rim but it’s only served by a few ... Read more
Our Ratings For 20 Popular Views At Grand Canyon South Rim
There’s one thing that every single visitor to the Grand Canyon will do: visit a bunch of viewpoints with different perspectives overlooking one of the most extraordinary natural landscapes in ... Read more
Top Rated Pizza Places You Must Try As A Tourist Visiting New York City
New York City is one of the best places in the world to eat pizza as a tourist. We know because we love pizza and we’ve spent a lot of ... Read more
The Best Times To Visit Grand Canyon South Rim (Months + Seasons)
If you’re planning to visit Grand Canyon South Rim for the first time, one of the most important questions you should have is: when is the best time of year ... Read more
10 Essential Things To Know About Visiting Grand Canyon South Rim In The Winter
The winter months of December, January and February are all excellent times to visit Grand Canyon South Rim to benefit from fewer crowds, cooler hiking temperatures and cheaper hotel rooms. ... Read more
Best Hikes In Mt Rainier: 23 Easy, Moderate + Hard Trails
Mount Rainier is one of our favorite places to hike in the US. We spent 6 months living in Washington State and as avid hikers, we simply couldn’t stay away ... Read more
Our Guide To Hiking Bench And Snow Lakes Trail In Mount Rainier
Bench and Snow Lakes Trail is one of those borderline hidden gem hiking trails in Mt Rainier because it’s got all the hallmarks of a great hike but without the ... Read more
Our Guide To Hiking The Stunning Naches Peak Loop Trail To Tipsoo Lake
Naches Peak Loop Trail is one of our favorite Mt Rainier hiking trails because it’s quiet, easy, incredibly picturesque and half the hike is on the famous Pacific Crest Trail. ... Read more
Hiking To Mount Fremont Fire Lookout Tower In Mt Rainier National Park
Mount Fremont Trail is one of the most popular day hikes in Mt Rainier because it leads to one of just four remaining fire lookout towers, and it has stunning ... Read more
70 Gifts For Hikers To Help Them Stay Safe And Enjoy The Trails
Hikers are notoriously picky about their gear because some things work well and others don’t. Once you find what works, you stick with it. Unfortunately, this can make finding the ... Read more
50+ Gift Ideas For Outdoorsy Men He Won’t Already Have
Do you have a man in your life who can’t get enough of the great outdoors? Well, you’ve come to the right place because this list of truly helpful gifts ... Read more
How To Thru Hike The Amazing Enchantments Trail In Washington
Day hiking the Enchantments Trail … Wow! Where do we begin? Well, the 18.6-mile thru hike from Stuart/Colchuck Lake Trailhead to Snow Lakes Trailhead is amazing, challenging, rewarding and exhausting ... Read more
Our Guide To Hiking Spray Park Trail In Mount Rainier National Park
Spray Park Trail was one of our favorite hidden gem hikes in Mount Rainier. Like most people, the main reason we drove the awful 15-mile road to Mowich Lake was ... Read more
Hiking To Tolmie Peak Fire Lookout Tower In Mount Rainier
Tolmie Peak Trail is one of our favorite hikes in Mt Rainier because it’s quiet, picturesque and it leads to an old fire lookout tower with spectacular views. But it ... Read more
10 Essential Things To Know About Visiting New York City In The Winter
If you want a totally unique take on visiting NYC, you should seriously consider planning your trip during the cold, harsh and snowy winter months. Things like crowds, itinerary planning, ... Read more
Our Guide To Hiking The Awesome Skyline Trail In Mount Rainier
Skyline Trail is one of the most popular hikes in Mt Rainier and it’s among our personal favorites in Washington. We hiked the full loop and it was truly stunning ... Read more
What To Know About Visiting Yellowstone National Park In April
If you visit Yellowstone National Park in April you can expect fewer crowds, lower hotel prices and lots of wildlife, but also extremely changeable weather conditions and key road closures. ... Read more
Our Guide To Hiking The Fun Lake 22 Trail In Washington
Lake 22 Trail has old growth forest, stream and creek crossings, views over rolling hills, a boulder field and a dramatic amphitheater-like summit with a stunning Alpine lake. So yes, ... Read more
10 Key Things To Know About Visiting Yosemite National Park In October
We spent 3 full days in Yosemite National Park in October 2019, and all things considered we think it’s one of the very best months of the year to visit. ... Read more
Our Guide To Hiking Poo Poo Point Trail In Washington
Poo Poo Point is a fantastic family friendly day hike near Seattle, Washington. In essence, it’s a moderately difficult 4-mile roundtrip forested trail leading to stunning views over Mount Rainier ... Read more
Our Guide To Hiking Rattlesnake Ledge Trail In Washington
Rattlesnake Ledge Trail is one of our favorite day hikes near Seattle, Washington. It’s a moderately difficult 4-mile roundtrip trail cutting through a picturesque forest that ultimately leads to a ... Read more
The 10 Essentials You Should Bring On Every Hike
Packing for a hike can be overwhelming, but it becomes second nature the more you do it. When we first started hiking, we had to learn about the 10 essentials ... Read more
How To Plan Your First New England Fall Foliage Road Trip: Dates, Places + Itineraries
There are many places you can visit in the world to see leaves transform into vibrant yellows, oranges, browns and reds. But those places pale in comparison to the US ... Read more
10 Things To Do In Burlington, Vermont On A First Visit
Tightly hugging the eastern shores of Lake Champlain, small but undeniably attractive Burlington is one of the most visited cities in Vermont. The college town, which runs entirely on renewable ... Read more
10 Things You Should See In Manchester, Vermont On A First Visit
Vermont is enviably overflowing with stunning, quaint and charming four season tourist resort towns. Stowe and Burlington in the north, Woodstock in the center and Manchester in the south are ... Read more
10 Things To See In Woodstock, Vermont On A First Time Visit
The tiny town of Woodstock in central Vermont epitomizes a captivating and quintessential New England village filled with attractive historic buildings and a relaxing aura. Descriptive words like quaint, charming ... Read more
10 Things You Can’t Miss In Stowe Vermont On A First Time Visit
The small alpine town of Stowe in northern Vermont is quintessential New England. Charming, idyllic and rural with rolling hills and colorful leaves. We think Vermont is one of the ... Read more
Where To Stay Near Acadia: 5 Different Areas + Top Rated Hotels
Figuring out where to stay near Acadia National Park is one of the biggest challenges you’ll face when planning your itinerary. Should you pay over the odds to stay in ... Read more
Where To Find The Beautiful Covered Bridges In Vermont
Vermont is filled with beautiful natural scenery, picture perfect towns and over 100 covered bridges dating back as far as the early 1800’s. These brides are a major tourist attraction, ... Read more
Visiting The Flume Gorge In New Hampshire For The First Time
The Flume Gorge in Franconia Notch State Park is one of our favorite places to visit in New Hampshire. It’s a moderately difficult 2-mile loop with 500 feet elevation gain ... Read more
Top Places To Stop Along The Kancamagus Highway In New Hampshire
The Kancamagus Highway is a picturesque 35-mile scenic byway cutting through New Hampshire’s White Mountain National Forest between Lincoln and Conway. We’ve driven it in each direction on different fall ... Read more
How To Hike Artists Bluff Trail In New Hampshire
Artists Bluff Trail in Franconia Notch State Park is one of our favorite hikes in New Hampshire. We’ve hiked the trail on separate New England fall foliage road trips, the ... Read more
The 10 Unmissable Hiking Trails In Acadia National Park, Maine
Acadia National Park is one of our favorite places to hike in the US. We know it’s a bold statement considering the company, but the trails here are unique, exciting ... Read more
10 Unmissable Things To Do In Acadia National Park On A First Visit
Iron rung hikes, spectacular ocean views, picturesque lakes and stunning photography make Acadia one of the most visited of all the popular USA national parks. Don’t be fooled by the ... Read more
How To Plan A Road Trip In 10 Easy Steps
Taking a road trip can be equal parts exciting and overwhelming, we’ve done enough to know! But one thing it really shouldn’t be? Difficult. If you’re a serial planner like ... Read more
Our Climb Up The Precipice Trail In Acadia National Park
The Precipice Trail is Acadia National Park’s most adventurous and exhilarating hike. It’s a 2.1-mile roundtrip loop with more than 1,000 feet elevation gain, most of which is gained on ... Read more
Our Climb Up The Beehive Trail In Acadia National Park
The Beehive Trail is Acadia National Park’s most popular hike. It’s a 1.5-mile roundtrip loop with 500 feet elevation gain, some of which is gained on vertical iron-rung ladders and ... Read more
The 10 Places You Can’t Miss On A First Visit To Yellowstone
Yellowstone National Park is an extraordinary landscape, quite literally overflowing with the world’s highest concentration of geothermal features. And it’s one of the most enjoyable places we’ve visited to date ... Read more
10 Days Mount Rushmore To Yellowstone Road Trip Itinerary
We’ve driven from Mount Rushmore to Yellowstone twice, and we’ve spent weeks exploring the Black Hills, Yellowstone and Grand Teton. All things considered, we think 10 days is the perfect ... Read more
The Best Hotels Near Mount Rushmore
Keystone, Hill City, Custer, Rapid City and the northern reaches of South Dakota’s Black Hills are the 5 major areas we would consider booking a hotel for a trip to ... Read more
10 Great Places To Visit Close To Mount Rushmore
Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a standout attraction for your visit to South Dakota. But you’ll only need around 3 hours to explore the memorial, so what will you do ... Read more
Visiting Devils Tower National Monument In Wyoming: Is It Worth It?
Devils Tower National Monument is undoubtably a remarkable geological wonder, but is it worth visiting when you road trip through Wyoming or around South Dakota’s Black Hills? The short answer ... Read more
The Places You Can Stay Near Grand Canyon South Rim
If you’re feeling overwhelmed about where to stay when you visit Grand Canyon South Rim, trust us, you don’t need to worry. It’s really easy to figure out: You can ... Read more
The 10 Hikes In Badlands National Park Explained
Badlands National Park has 8 official hiking trails and 2 wilderness hikes where you’re almost guaranteed isolation. The trails are mostly short, easy and flat so you can get through ... Read more
Where To Stay Near Badlands National Park (Places + Hotels)
Badlands National Park has limited hotel options both inside and near the park boundaries. Interior and Wall are closest to the park, and they work for short term stays if ... Read more
Hiking The Notch Trail In Badlands National Park
The Notch Trail is a moderately difficult 1.5-mile roundtrip hike with 130 feet elevation gain in Badlands National Park, South Dakota. It’s the most adventurous of the 10 Badlands hiking ... Read more
50 Free + Cheap Things You Must Do In NYC
New York City is probably the most tourist friendly city in the world in terms of attractions and things to do, right? It’s home to true bucket list parks, museums, ... Read more
The Perfect 4 Days In New York City Itinerary For Your First Visit
New York City is one of our favorite places on the planet. We love its iconic attractions, diverse neighborhoods and perpetual feel good buzz. But we also know that planning ... Read more
Our Guide On Where To Stay In New York City
Finding a quality hotel to suit your budget and itinerary is probably going to be the most challenging part of planning your trip to New York City. We know, we’ve ... Read more
8 Important Things To Know Before Booking A New York City Helicopter Ride
Flying high above Manhattan in a helicopter tour is one of the top bucket list things to do in New York City. But with so many operators and companies, how ... Read more
20 Photo Spots You Can’t Miss In New York City
New York City is one of the world’s outstanding urban photography destinations. The famous concrete jungle is loaded with iconic buildings, landmarks, skylines and architecture that leaves photographers like us ... Read more
Afternoon Tea At The Whitby Hotel In Midtown Manhattan
The Whitby Bar and Restaurant in New York City is a popular spot for afternoon tea, and while it is a bit pricy at $75 per person, we think it’s ... Read more
Guide To Visiting Edge At Hudson Yards In NYC
The Edge is one of New York City’s newest observation decks located on the 100th floor of Hudson Yards in Midtown Manhattan. It features a triangular-shaped outdoor viewing platform and ... Read more
The Places You Have To See On A Central Park Snow Day In Winter
Central Park is one of those places you can’t help but gravitate towards every time you visit New York City. At least it is for us! We’ve been lucky enough ... Read more
How To Walk The Manhattan Bridge In New York City
While the Brooklyn Bridge is main show stopper in New York City, we think the Manhattan Bridge is a seriously awesome alternative for crossing the East River. Why? Because it’s ... Read more
20 Fun Things To Do In Lower Manhattan (Financial District)
Lower Manhattan is often overlooked by tourists visiting New York over more popular areas in Midtown. But there’s actually tons going on in the Financial District including parks, museums, restaurants, ... Read more
Is The New York CityPASS Worth It?
The New York CityPASS is one of 8 NYC attraction passes available for you to save money by bundling top sites into one package. Overall it’s a great pass that ... Read more
Our Detailed Top Of The Rock vs Empire State Building Comparison
Top of the Rock and the Empire State Building are the two longest standing and most iconic New York observation decks. Today, there are three modern and shiny new kids ... Read more
The Brooklyn Bridge At Sunset And Night: Walking Route + Photo Spots
Walking across New York City’s iconic Brooklyn Bridge for the first time is a truly unforgettable experience no matter the time of day, but there’s something extra special about crossing ... Read more
How To Experience Sunrise At The Brooklyn Bridge In NYC
Walking across the Brooklyn Bridge at sunrise was one of our favorite memories from living in New York City for a few months in early 2021. We started with sunrise ... Read more
Visiting The Statue Of Liberty And Ellis Island By Ferry From Manhattan
We couldn’t wait to get up close and personal with Lady Liberty when we moved to New York City. So we quickly booked our Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ... Read more
10 Unique Things You Need To See In Lake Placid, New York
Lake Placid is a charming, picturesque and immensely popular year round resort village nestled within the heart of the stunning Adirondack Mountains. It’s located in the far northeast corner of ... Read more
Highest Point In New York: Summiting Mount Marcy In Photos
In order to stand on the highest point in New York, you must hike to the summit of Mount Marcy near the charming town of Lake Placid in the stunning ... Read more
Hiking Van Hoevenberg Trail To Mt Marcy Summit In Upstate NY
Mount Marcy is the tallest mountain of the 46 High Peaks in the Adirondacks, and it’s also the highest point in New York State. We hiked the popular Van Hoevenberg ... Read more
How To Hike High Falls Gorge Trail In Upstate New York
High Falls Gorge is one of our favorite places to visit near Lake Placid. After slowly meandering around the gorge’s wooden boardwalks and bridges during our first New England fall ... Read more
Where To Stay In Yosemite Valley And Near The Park
We’ve visited most of America’s popular national parks and one thing is usually apparent when it comes to lodging: it’s either excellent or seriously lacking. Yosemite is uniquely challenging because ... Read more
How To Plan A Salt Lake City To Yellowstone Road Trip
Planning a Salt Lake City to Yellowstone and Grand Teton road trip is actually pretty straightforward. But it’s important to be organized, so start by figuring out the things you ... Read more
10 Key Things To Know About Visiting Yellowstone National Park In October
Visiting Yellowstone National Park in October is an unforgettable experience with benefits like reduced crowds and lower lodging occupancy rates, but it’s also very late in the season and that ... Read more
Where To Stay When You Visit Yellowstone National Park
We’ve always said that figuring out where to stay and booking hotels is the hardest part about planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park. Should you stay at lodges inside ... Read more
10 Excellent Airports To Use Near Yellowstone (By Distance)
Yellowstone is the second largest national park in the lower 48 states of America. It has 5 entrances spanning the compass points, hundreds of amazing geothermal features and a handful ... Read more
Our Visit To Schwabacher Landing In Grand Teton
Grand Teton is one of the most visually spectacular national parks we’ve visited in the US, and Schwabacher Landing at sunrise is up there among our favorite photo spots in ... Read more
Our Sunrise + Sunset Photography Guide For Mormon Row In Grand Teton
Grand Teton’s Mormon Row is home to two of the most photographed barns in the US, and most of those photos are taken at either sunrise or sunset. Surrounded by ... Read more
How To Hike Yosemite’s Mist Trail + John Muir Trail Loop
The steep and lung-busting Mist Trail is Yosemite’s most heavily trafficked hike. We climbed up beyond Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall before completing a supremely scenic loop back to the ... Read more
10 Sunrise + Sunset Photo Spots You Can’t Miss At Grand Canyon South Rim
Sunrises and sunsets are infinitely better when you watch them rise or fall over a dramatic landscape, and Grand Canyon South Rim is up there with the most picturesque landscapes ... Read more
Our 10 Favorite Photography Locations In Yosemite
Yosemite National Park is a dream come true for landscape photography lovers. We were utterly blown away by its majestic granite domes, giant Sequoia groves, lush meadows, awe inspiring sunrises ... Read more
Our 10 Favorite Photography Locations In Bryce Canyon
After visiting most of America’s famous national parks and exploring the world for many years, we can confidently tell you that Bryce Canyon is one of the most photogenic landscapes ... Read more
How To Hike Queens Garden + Navajo Loop Trail
Queens Garden Navajo Loop Trail was the one hike we knew we couldn’t miss when we visited Bryce Canyon National Park. It had amazing reviews and it looked fantastic in ... Read more
10 Fun Hiking Trails For Your Arches National Park Itinerary
Arches is one of our favorite national parks for hiking because the trails are fun, picturesque and lead to truly unique red rock formations. Plus, the park is small so ... Read more
How To Hike Canyon Overlook Trail In Zion National Park
Canyon Overlook is one of the most popular hiking trails in Zion National Park because it’s short, family friendly and leads to spectacular views. We’ve hiked the easy 1-mile roundtrip ... Read more
How To Hike The Unique Angels Landing Trail In Zion
Angels Landing is probably the scariest hike we’ve done. Thrilling? Yes. Adventurous? Sure. But boy does it send your BPM into the stratosphere. We’ve actually climbed up the razor-thin shark-fin ... Read more
Our Guide To Day Hiking The Zion Narrows From The Bottom Up
The Narrows in Zion National Park is hands down one of our favorite trails in America. In essence, it’s a unique and adventurous hike through a shallow river flanked by ... Read more
40 Beautiful Photo Spots You Must Visit In The US
The United States is one of the best places in the world to learn, practice and perfect your landscape photography skills. You and your camera really are spoiled for choice ... Read more
Our Top 15 Tips For Booking Cheap Flights Every Time You Travel
Booking cheap flights isn’t a science or an art. It’s too easy to get lost in endless myths and hacks, but do any of them really work? We’ve been traveling ... Read more
50+ Gifts For Women Who Love The Outdoors
What are the best gift ideas for women who love nature, hiking and the great outdoors? Well, we're going to dazzle you with the perfect list of outdoorsy gifts for the adventurous woman in your life.
How To Book Cheaper Hotels: 17 Money Saving Tips
Fed up with expensive hotels? You’re probably overpaying. Accommodation usually accounts for the biggest expense on any vacation, but there are so many super easy ways you can book cheaper ... Read more
Visiting Letchworth State Park For The First Time
Hidden away in a secluded part of western New York, Letchworth State Park is home to a striking deep gorge, three picturesque waterfalls and tons of hiking trails. We’ve visited ... Read more
60+ Travel Gift Ideas For People Who Are Always On The Go
Are you searching for awesome gift ideas to treat the passionate traveler in your life?
How To Spend 2 Days In Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton showcases everything a national park should have: stunning sunrise and sunset photo spots, scenic hikes, mountains and lakes, freely roaming wildlife, elevated viewpoints and a fantastic nearby town ... Read more
40 Useful Photography Gifts For Beginners And Pros
Finding the perfect gifts for a photographer is no easy task, trust us, our families know! Not only is it a super expensive hobby or profession, but photographers can be ... Read more
Our Honest Review For The Peak Design Everyday Backpack
You are: a commuter, a traveler, a photographer and a hiker. You want: a robust, practical, innovative and versatile all-in-one backpack solution. But does such a thing exist?
Our Grand Canyon South Rim Day Trip Itinerary
It’s easier to plan a one day Grand Canyon South Rim itinerary than you might imagine. We’ve been to South Rim twice, and both times we spent 2 full days ... Read more
San Francisco To San Diego Road Trip: 23 Stops + Itinerary
San Francisco to San Diego is the most popular section to drive along California’s famous highway 1 road trip route, which is also known as the Pacific Coast Highway. We ... Read more
10 Unmissable Things To Do In LA For First Time Visitors
Los Angeles is the iconic home of blockbuster movie productions, sandy beaches, never-ending sunshine and almost 50 million annual tourists. But in the entertainment capital of the world, it can ... Read more
What To Expect At Horseshoe Bend During Sunrise And Sunset
Horseshoe Bend is one of the most striking geological formations we’ve seen in the US that isn’t located inside a national park. After hiking to the viewpoint overlooking the deep ... Read more
How To Find The 10 Best Waterfalls In New York State
New York is home to so much more than just its flagship city. In fact, upstate New York has tons of rugged gorge hikes, serene rolling hills and striking mountains ... Read more
Hiking The Watkins Glen Gorge Trail To Rainbow Falls
Watkins Glen State Park is home to one our favorite hidden gem photo spots in the entire US – Rainbow Falls. Kristen grew up in western New York and we ... Read more
Visiting Taughannock Falls State Park For The First Time
Taughannock Falls State Park is home to a stunning 215 ft single drop waterfall that plunges into a deep bowl-shaped gorge. You can hike a short and flat gorge path ... Read more
Hiking The Buttermilk Falls State Park Gorge Trail
Located near Ithaca in New York’s stunning Finger Lakes region, Buttermilk Falls State Park features frothing waterfalls, jagged gorges and natural beauty in abundance. It gets super busy on hot ... Read more
How To Find The Waterfalls At Robert H. Treman State Park
Overflowing with wild beauty, rugged gorges and dramatic waterfalls, Robert H. Treman State Park in Ithaca, NY is the perfect day out for hiking in the Finger Lakes region. Lucifer ... Read more
Our Review Of The Warner Bros Studio Tour In Hollywood
Touring a TV and movie studio should be on your Los Angeles travel itinerary, especially if you’re visiting for the very first time. We really enjoyed our Warner Bros studio ... Read more
Our Comparison Of The Alcatraz Island Day And Night Tours
Alcatraz Island has a story so intriguing that it draws in over 1.5 million visitors each year, making it one of the most visited attractions in San Francisco. But we ... Read more
How To Spend 3 Amazing Days In San Francisco, California
San Francisco is a tourist friendly city loaded with iconic landmarks, famous museums, sandy beaches and a diverse food scene. But with so many things to do, how do you ... Read more
Our 10 Favorite Golden Gate Bridge Photo Spots + Viewpoints
San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most famous landmarks in America, and it’s up there with the most well known bridges in the world. After walking, ... Read more
How To Spend 3 Amazing Days In San Diego, California
San Diego is an outdoorsy, laid back and trendy city boasting the best tacos in the US. If you like museums, beaches, history, food or sunsets, you’re going to love ... Read more
The Perfect Las Vegas To Death Valley Day Trip Itinerary
After taking two trips to Death Valley, we can honestly say it’s one of the most underrated national parks in America. Despite it’s ominous sounding name, it is in fact ... Read more
1-3 Days Yosemite National Park Itineraries: How To Plan A First Visit
Yosemite is a treasure trove of natural beauty. We were blown away by spellbinding landscapes, smooth granite domes and majestic valley views during our 3 day Yosemite trip, and we ... Read more
Our Sunset Hike To Delicate Arch In Arches
After exploring most of America’s popular landscapes and national parks, we can honestly say Delicate Arch has one of the most striking sunset scenes in the country. The trail was ... Read more
10 Amazing Utah Road Trips: Unique Itineraries + Maps
Thinking about taking a road trip in Utah but not sure exactly where to go or how much to include? Or maybe you’re just looking for something a bit different ... Read more
How To See The Highlights At Arches And Canyonlands In One Day
The major highlights of both Arches and Canyonlands can be seen in one day. We know because we’ve done it ourselves. If you follow the same long but amazing dawn ... Read more
How To Spend 3 Days In Zion And Bryce Canyon
Zion and Bryce Canyon national parks make for a perfect long weekend getaway or midweek escape. Why? Because they’re easy to access from Las Vegas airport, they’re very close to ... Read more
Our Mesa Arch Sunrise Photography Experience
Mesa Arch in Canyonlands National Park is one of the most striking sunrise photo spots we’ve ever seen. And we’ve done our fair share of travel photography since we started ... Read more
Our Day Trip Route Through Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree National Park is a popular weekend getaway destination for millions each year, but you can definitely tick off the park’s major highlights in just one day if you’re ... Read more
4 Days In Yellowstone National Park Itinerary: How To Plan A First Visit
Yellowstone National Park is a travel planning unicorn. It’s an enormous park with multiple entrances, regions and accommodation options. And there’s so much to see! We’re happy to admit that ... Read more
The Perfect 4 Days In Koh Lipe Itinerary
We spent 4 slow and relaxing days exploring the best of Koh Lipe during a month long trip we took to Thailand. The tiny tropical paradise island in the Andaman ... Read more
15 Important Hiking Tips For Beginners
Whether you’re a new hiker or a well seasoned veteran, it’s never to late to brush up on important hiking tips for beginners. We love hiking because it can be ... Read more
South Dakota Road Trip Itinerary (4 + 7 Days)
We’ve driven two road trips through the stunning Black Hills of South Dakota and we think it has to be considered as one of the most underrated vacation spots in ... Read more
8 Fun Things To Do In Custer State Park, South Dakota
Custer State Park is one of the largest, most diverse and most popular state parks to visit in the country. It receives around 2 million visitors each year, which is ... Read more
America The Beautiful Pass: Is The US National Parks Pass Worth It?
Do you plan to visit several US national parks, monuments, battlefields, forests and seashores in the next year? If the answer is yes, you should seriously consider buying an America ... Read more
Our Hike To The Awesome Black Elk Peak Summit
We hiked the super scenic Black Elk Peak Trail on a beautifully sunny day when we road tripped through South Dakota in early October 2019. We’d already ticked off Badlands, ... Read more
100+ Road Trip Essentials You Should Always Pack In Your Vehicle
Road trips are one of our favorite ways to travel and explore new places. We love driving long stretches of the open road listening to epic playlists and feeling the ... Read more
How To Plan The Perfect Mount Rushmore Vacation
Mount Rushmore is an incredibly popular vacation spot in the heart of South Dakota’s beautiful Black Hills. But what is there to do once you arrive at the world-famous national ... Read more
The Best Badlands Photo Spots (+ Our Favorites)
Badlands National Park has a surprising amount of excellent photo spots. It’s a wide open landscape with rugged buttes, spires, canyons, ravines, colorful rock layers and wildlife that can be ... Read more
12 Great Things To Do In Badlands National Park
Badlands National Park has picturesque hiking trails, beautiful sunrises and sunsets, wildlife like bighorn sheep and a totally unique landscape. What we like about Badlands is that it’s easy to ... Read more
Capitol Reef Photography Guide: Best Photo Spots In Fruita
Capitol Reef National Park is one of the best places you can visit in Utah, and this smaller park offers a different take on photography compared to its famous Mighty ... Read more
What You Shouldn’t Miss In Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef is Utah’s quieter, smaller and lesser known national park on the famous Mighty 5 road trip circuit. We’re genuinely so glad we took on the extra driving to ... Read more
What We Always Pack After 6 Years Of Full-Time Travel
Packing for a trip can feel like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. After living out of suitcases and backpacks as we traveled the world for 6 ... Read more
How Much Did We Spend Traveling Through Vietnam For One Month?
Are you planning to spend a month or longer traveling through Vietnam but don’t know how much to budget for your trip? Then use our popular expense report to help ... Read more
How We Spent 3 Weeks Traveling Through Northern + Central Vietnam
Three weeks is the perfect amount of time to spend traveling through northern and central Vietnam, but you’ll need longer if you want to see the whole country properly. We ... Read more
Vietnam Itinerary 10 Days: 3 Northern + Central Vietnam Routes
North and Central Vietnam is filled with stunningly beautiful and diverse landscapes. With just 10 days to formulate your Vietnam itinerary, you’ll need to be organized and get creative with ... Read more
21 Important Things To Know About Vietnam Before Visiting
Vietnam is a beautiful country offering a multitude of unique tourist opportunities. But we can tell you from experience that visiting this diverse and developing country comes with it’s own ... Read more
8 Reasons Why You Only Need Two Days In Hanoi, Vietnam
Let’s get straight to the point, you only need 2 days in Hanoi, Vietnam. We wished we’d known that before we booked a week in Vietnam’s capital city. And in ... Read more
17 Unique Things To Do In Hanoi, Vietnam With 2 Day Itinerary
Hanoi is the loud, chaotic and energetic capital city in Vietnam we think you need to visit at least once in your lifetime. With history spanning thousands of years, there’s ... Read more
What To Expect Driving The Hai Van Pass By Motorbike In Vietnam
The Hai Van Pass is one of those travel experiences we’ll never forget. It features spectacular panoramic views, death defying roads and constantly evolving climates. We drove our own motorbikes ... Read more
Our Unforgettable Tour With A Vietnam War Veteran Near Hoi An, Vietnam
Spontaneity really is the spice of life. An expression that’s never more true when traveling long term. By sheer happenstance, we found ourselves in a fortuitous position when we took ... Read more
8 Different Transport Options From Hanoi To Halong Bay
Halong Bay is one of Vietnam’s most popular destinations on the heavily beaten tourist path. Who doesn’t want to see a unique UNESCO World Heritage Site on an overnight cruise. ... Read more
13 Fantastic Things To Experience In Hoi An, Vietnam
Vietnam’s most beautiful ancient city Hoi An offers a unique blend of Japanese, Chinese and European influences complimented with a favorable climate and a UNESCO designation. So it’s a pretty ... Read more
How To Travel Between Da Nang And Hoi An, Vietnam
Hoi An is one of Vietnam’s most enchanting cities. Visitors from all over the world flock to soak up Hoi An’s charming mustard yellow colored ancient town each year, but ... Read more
Unique Activities To Do In Sapa Vietnam With 3 Day Itinerary
Sapa is a quaint rural mountain town surrounded by endless terraces of rice paddies and gorgeous valleys. We think there are two activities every traveler should add to their itinerary, ... Read more
Our Honest Thoughts About Trekking In Sapa Vietnam + What To Expect
Imagine trekking through picturesque terraced rice paddies surrounded by rolling hills and valleys as far as the eye can see. Sounds pretty awesome right? Well, that’s exactly what you can ... Read more
Our Honest Halong Bay Cruise Review (+ How To Book The Best One For Your Trip)
Halong Bay is Vietnam’s world renowned dreamy bucket list UNESCO destination. Sipping on a delicious cocktail while on the top deck of a junk boat gliding through turquoise water surrounded ... Read more
How To Get Inside Hồ Thuỷ Tiên: Hue’s Eerie Abandoned Waterpark
The historic city of Hue, Vietnam has the perfect unofficial must see backpacker hotspot in the form of a creepy post apocalyptic abandoned water park. We felt this was one ... Read more
What You Can’t Miss In Ninh Binh With 2 Day Example Itinerary
The Ninh Binh province is without a doubt one of the most memorable stops on the Southeast Asia travelers route. And while it was once considered a hidden gem, pandora’s ... Read more
Trang An Boat Tour Review: Everything You Need To Know
Taking a Trang An boat tour is one of the most popular activities in Ninh Binh, Vietnam. The 2-3 hour boat ride passes through caves, temples and limestone karsts. Tickets ... Read more
How To Visit Bich Dong Pagoda In Tam Coc
The Bich Dong Pagoda is a 500 year old three-tiered cave complex in Tam Coc, Vietnam. It was way more interesting to visit than we expected because we had to ... Read more
How To Visit Mua Cave Viewpoint In Ninh Binh
Known as Hang Mua in Vietnamese, the Mua Cave Viewpoint is one of the most popular tourist spots in Ninh Binh, Vietnam. After climbing 500 stairs, we reached a beautiful ... Read more
Buying Our First Camera In Tokyo, Japan
Buying your first ever camera is kind of a big deal. There’s a fear of the unknown element, and you’re inevitably going to drop a sizable amount of money. We ... Read more
How To Book And Survive The Vietnam Sleeper Bus
The sleeper bus is one of the best ways to travel around Vietnam because they’re cheap, easy and extremely efficient. Prices are roughly around US $10-20 for an 8 hour ... Read more
12 Fun Things To Do In Phong Nha, Vietnam
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in central Vietnam isn’t easy to reach but it’s filled with tons of great things to do like exploring caves, visiting surprisingly beautiful botanic gardens ... Read more
5 Reasons To Visit The Botanic Gardens In Phong Nha
The Phong Nha botanic gardens are a popular nature reserve located in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Vietnam. This garden features three different hiking trails to viewpoints, waterfalls and ... Read more
How To Visit Paradise Cave In Phong Nha (+ Is It Worth It)
Located in Phong Nha-Ke bang National Park, Paradise Cave is considered to be the longest dry cave in Asia. It’s 31.4 kilometers long with a height of over 70 meters, ... Read more
How To Visit Dark Cave In Phong Nha (+ Is It Worth It?)
Dark Cave is one of the most popular adventure caves in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. It spans almost 6km long, 50m wide and 80m high with two entrances. Unlike ... Read more
Cycling Through Valley Of The Moon In San Pedro De Atacama
San Pedro de Atacama’s Valle de la Luna (Valley of the Moon) is one of the most popular and touristy things to see in the Atacama Desert. We were truly ... Read more
The Top 10 Attractions Around San Pedro De Atacama, Chile
The small adobe town of San Pedro de Atacama in northeastern Chile is a perfect base to use for exploring the Atacama Desert’s fascinating range of natural landscapes. We knew ... Read more
How To Spend 4 Days In San Pedro De Atacama (With + Without Car)
As travel experts, itinerary planning is something we pride ourselves on. It’s our bread and butter. But sometimes we visit a place that throws us a few curve balls. San ... Read more
What You Need To Know About Szechenyi Baths In Budapest
Did you know there are well over a thousand thermal springs dotted around the landlocked central European country of Hungary? We sure didn’t. Hungary’s capital city Budapest is home to ... Read more
Is It Better To Visit Budapest’s Szimpla Kert By Day Or Night?
Are you trying to decide if it’s worth going to Szimpla Kert when you visit Budapest? The short answer is yes, absolutely, 100%. We were in your shoes a few ... Read more
How To Spend 4 Amazing Days In Budapest, Hungary
Budapest is hands down one of our favorite cities in Europe. We always recommend it to our friends and families because there’s so much going on, it’s easy to get ... Read more
Our 10 Step Process For Successful Trip Planning
Not sure where to start with planning for your next trip? We’ve totally been there, but this one-stop travel planning resource covers everything you need to know about preparing for ... Read more
Los Cahorros, Monachil: Awesome Hiking Trail In Sierra Nevada, Spain
The Los Cahorros hiking trail in Monachil near Granada has been one of our favorite to date! Why? Because it truly is an Indiana Jones like adventure. The Sierra Nevada ... Read more
6 Best Things To Do On A One Day Trip To Ronda, Spain
If you’re planning a trip to Southern Spain, you should definitely consider visiting the stunning city of Ronda. In this guide you will discover the best things to do in ... Read more
7 Unmissable Things To Do On A First Visit To Granada, Spain
Granada is a beautiful and relaxing Spanish city destination that’s perfect for a long weekend break or a 2 to 3 day stop off as part of a longer southern ... Read more
One Day Cordoba, Spain Itinerary: Action Packed Day Trip Guide
Picturesque cobble stoned Cordoba old town is the perfect place to spend one day when traveling between Madrid and Seville or Granada. Armed with a metric ton of old world ... Read more
Day Trip To Segovia, Spain: The Perfect One Day Itinerary
Madrid is fortunate to have many excellent day trip options, so the real challenge is choosing which one to do! Overall, we think a day trip to Segovia is definitely ... Read more
Nara Deer Park: How To Avoid Being Bitten By Hungry Sika Deer
If you’re wondering how it is possible to be bitten by a deer, you’ve come to the right place. I mean seriously, how many people do you know that have ... Read more
Onsen Nara: What You Can Expect From A Japanese Hot Spring Ryokan
“Well, that was … like nothing I’ve done before” were the first words Mark said to Kristen. We had officially conquered the onsen in Nara, Japan. In other words, we ... Read more
Nara Day Trip: 4 Things Not To Miss In Japan’s Ancient Capital
A day trip to Nara is perfect for families, couples and solo travelers alike to experience Japan’s ancient history. You will find a charming city bursting with Buddhist temples, Shinto ... Read more
Day Trip to Toledo: Plan An Amazing One Day Visit From Madrid
The stunning city of Toledo is a hugely popular day trip from Madrid, and we couldn’t wait to see some medieval history around Spain’s capital city, so we visited Segovia ... Read more
Weekend In Barcelona: Perfect Itinerary For 2 Days
A weekend in Barcelona is the perfect idea for a fleeting European getaway. Beach lover, hill walker, city dweller, bar hopper, art aficionado or history buff – Barcelona has you ... Read more
How To Spend 2 Days In Paris: Five Very Different Itinerary Ideas
Paris is the famous city of love, lights, fashion and passion, and it’s one of our favorite places in the world to visit. There’s an enormous amount of fun things ... Read more
Osprey Farpoint 40 Review (By Full Time Travelers)
If you're in the market for a tried and tested, award winning carry on travel backpack with minimalist packing in mind, you can officially end your search now.