If you're heading to the land of "pura vida", odds are you are going to spend at least a day or two at a hotel in the country's capital city of San José. While it's not at the top of my travel list for a vacation to Costa Rica, it definitely has enough to merit a 1 or 2 day visit! While getting my Master's degree, I did a "study abroad" program in a suburb…
Last year, my husband and I took a ten day road trip through Scotland. We became hooked. Through all my travels, the city of Edinburgh in particular is one that stands out to me, and might even be my favorite city in all of Europe! I'm in love with it. I knew we had to return. Happily, we found a way to get ourselves back to Scotland this summer! We added some time in London…
During our recent family road trip through the UK (starting in London, heading to Wales, and ending in Scotland), we spent some time in the stunning Scottish highlands of Glencoe. When it came to finding lodging, we stayed at the beautiful Isles of Glencoe Hotel. Just a short drive away to all of the main natural sights and nearby hikes, it is the perfect base for highland adventure, or even a relaxing retreat! [caption id="attachment_5777"…
One of the biggest challenges of packing for a trip to Scotland is the unpredictable weather. With temperatures ranging from chilly to mild depending on the time of year, you never know what you will get! You may luck out and have sun, but I’d almost say to expect rain at least once a day! To help you prepare, here are a few tips for what to pack for Scotland in summer for my fellow…
Scotland is one of few countries I’ve traveled to that I immediately felt drawn to. It had this magnetism about it. It’s hard to explain without sounding cliché, but this island is just magic. I know I’ll be back again for another tour of Scotland by car. My husband and I spent ten days in Scotland for a road trip. June was a decent month as the midges aren’t bad, and the weather is cool…
Over the years and throughout my travels, I've figured out the travel products that work for me. I know my favorites, and I'm happy to share them! This list is perfect for giving gifts to travelers in your life, or simply buying them for yourself! Also, many of these links are affiliate links, which means I may make a small commission if you purchase anything. However, I promise that if I didn't genuinely own, use,…
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited U.S. National Park. Being from Kentucky (near Cincinnati), it’s only a 4.5 hour drive, so I’ve traveled here on many different occasions over the years. This was the first time I visited with my young son though! We stayed at Yourcation Awaits cabin in Pigeon Forge, and had such a fun family vacation! With a toddler in our crew, our goal was to seek out…
Being outside is my 2 year old son's absolute favorite thing. If he's having a tough or tantrum-filled day, I know a walk will instantly cure his bad mood! Since we are outside all the time,having a great stroller is key for our outings. Lately, little Lorenzo has been getting bored with just sitting in the stroller, and insists on getting out halfway through our walks. This is where the 6-in-1 Bentley Trike comes in…
Arizona is home to over 20 national parks, nearly 40 state parks, over 100 wineries, and the largest cactus in America. It’s no wonder that it’s one of the most spectacular states to visit too. Home to wide open canyons and huge natural stone monuments, Arizona has breathtaking scenery and something for everyone to enjoy. Here are the best outdoor destinations in Arizona: The Grand Canyon National Park is Arizona’s only UNESCO site. Offering breathtaking…
If you can travel on any kind of trip, whether in the USA or abroad, you are blessed. Wherever you go, make sure you make the most of your time spent in that place! Take Photographs This one is something pretty much everyone does when they travel. We all love to take pictures and share them on our socials, whether it’s the classic picture of legs on the beach or amazing underwater shots of diving…
