Connect with Locals and Have Authentic Travel Experiences
The idea of deep travel and immersion into local culture has certainly evolved over the years. While many travelers are still content with simple sightseeing and checking boxes at top…
Island Travel Around the World
Windswept hair. Sun-kissed skin. Soothing waves. Endless azure water as far as the eye can see. These are just a few of the countless reasons why island travel is good…
Exploring the Ring of Beara & Mizen Head Peninsula
Ireland has close to 2,000 miles (3,000+ km) of coastline, varying from pristine beaches to rugged cliffs. Wherever you go, you’re never more than 70 miles from the Atlantic. To…
The Truth About the St Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin, Ireland – 2020 Dates Included!
I’m not a fan of crowds. Yet despite this, I’ve celebrated New Year’s Eve in Times Square and attended Oktoberfest in Munich. There’s really no way to partake in these…
How to Get to Cinque Terre & Other Useful Info
In this post we’ll cover not only how to get to Cinque Terre, but also a plethora of other information that will help you plan your visit to 5 of…
Top 16 Travel Experiences of 2016
Each year since we started documenting our travels on this blog, we’ve put together a year-in-review looking back at our favorite travel experiences from the past 12 months. We really enjoy putting…
Sao Miguel – A Guide to the Largest Island in the Azores
Guide to São Miguel – Azores, Portugal At 287 square miles (744 sq km), São Miguel is the largest island in the Azores archipelago and is home to more than half…
Things to Do in Terceira Island – Azores Portugal
Terceira Island was the second and final island we visited during our time in the Azores Portugal. We quickly found out that there are plenty of things to do in…
Cascade Loop Scenic Highway: Best Washington Road Trip
The Ultimate Washington Road Trip The Cascade Loop Scenic Highway quickly became one of our favorite road trip adventures to date! We’ve embarked on some pretty incredible road trips throughout our…
Washington Nature Abounds in North Cascades National Park
North Cascades National Park in Washington North Cascades National Park is one of three national parks in the state of Washington; the other two being Olympic National Park & Mount…
Things to Do in Manson WA – Our Top 5 Recommendations
Given that we love getting off the beaten path and exploring small towns along the way, we found the village of Manson along the shores of Lake Chelan in Washington…
Maple Pass Loop: One of the Best Hikes in Washington
Jagged and majestic, the Cascade Mountain Range in Washington is one of the state’s most iconic images. Now imagine you’re breathing in that fresh mountain air while gazing upon an endless…
Leavenworth Events and Activities: Bavarian Fun in Washington
Break out the dirndls and lederhosen and put away your passport (if you’re from the U.S., that is)… there’s a little slice of Bavaria right here in the U.S. of A!…
Things to Do on Whidbey Island
A few years back, we visited the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State and have been dying to get back to the Pacific Northwest ever since! There is so much to explore in…
Orcas Island Getaway – Things to Do
After an exciting few days of whale watching and exploring on San Juan Island, we took a ferry to Orcas Island, the San Juan Islands’ largest island. (For information on how…
San Juan Island Whale Watching: Orcas in the Wild
Heading to Washington State? San Juan Island Whale Watching is definitely an experience you’ll want to have on your itinerary! No visit to the San Juan Islands is complete without…
Things to Do on San Juan Island: Top 10 Experiences
For as long as we can remember, we’ve always had the desire to see orcas in their natural habitat. As such, San Juan Island Washington has been high on our…
Fascinating Towns to Visit in the Douro River Valley in Portugal
About the Douro River – Portugal’s River of Gold At 557 miles (897 km), the Douro River is one of the major rivers flowing through the Iberian Peninsula, crossing from…
8 Reasons to Take a Douro River Cruise in Portugal with Viking
When the country of Portugal came up on our radar, it was only after a quick research session that we made the definitive decision to visit the Douro River Valley.…
Beatles, Boats, and New Beginnings in Hamburg, Germany
Hamburg is Germany’s second largest city, but truth be told, I didn’t know much about it before my visit. Normally, we focus on small town experiences and outdoor adventures, though…
