• ABOUT
    • About Me
    • Bucket List
    • UNESCO Sites
  • Locations
    • North America
    • Africa & Middle East
    • Asia
    • Latin America
    • Europe
    • Random!
  • Reviews
    • Publications
    • Travel Products
  • Work With Me

The Great Wide Somewhere

  • ABOUT
    • Privacy Policy
    • About Me
    • Bucket List
    • UNESCO Sites
  • Insta Links
  • Locations
    • Africa & Middle East
    • Asia
    • Europe
    • North America
    • Latin America
    • Random!
  • Reviews
    • Publications
    • Travel Products
  • Work With Me

- Author: Michelle W. -

Travel blogger at the Great Wide Somewhere

One Day in Charleston: Itinerary

Charleston has that pure “southern charm”. It’s one of the most picturesque cities in the American south, and its rows of colorful streets lined with palm trees have a memorable appeal. It is truly beautiful- even if insanely humid! One day in Charleston Itinerary! I came here with my family to visit Folly Beach, and we were able to spend a few days in the city too. It instantly reminded me of Savannah, although each…

Read more

Photography in Rome: Instagram Photo Spots

Rome, the eternal city, has so much to offer- Insanely delicious food, fascinating history, and monuments older than we can comprehend.  I hesitated to make this post, because in a way I hate billing a historic and complex city as merely a backdrop for photo opportunities. However, I know that visitors to Rome still want to capture their memories, and have quality photos to look back on. Keeping this in mind, here are my tips…

Read more

Top USA Travel Tips

usa travel insurance tips visit

There are many reasons why you might want to travel to the USA, whether you are a foodie looking to try new and delicious dishes or an explorer on the lookout for adventure. As travel restrictions begin to ease, it seems as though your travel dreams can start to become a reality!  Planning the perfect vacation can be difficult - especially when there are so many possibilities and opportunities available. With that in mind, here…

Read more

La Fortuna, Costa Rica : Things to Do

The area around La Fortuna, Costa Rica is a "must see" for any visitor to the country. Home to beautiful jungle, active volcanoes, waterfalls, and hundreds of sloths, it is literally a tropical paradise! Plus, it's named "fortune" but sits at the base of an active volcano- you have to love that optimism! Whether you want to go hiking, rafting, and kayaking, or just relax in a natural volcanic hot spring, you will definitely find…

Read more

Best Tacos: Cincinnati (+Latin Food!)

Over the years, my husband and I began a quest to find the best, most authentic tacos in the area. Over time, it evolved to include Latin American food in general. We were always trying to find that one local place that could come close to the delicious foods we have had on our travels in South America.  After several years, this is the list we came up with! Here are our own opinions of…

Read more

Norris Lake Cabin Getaway

If you're looking for a relaxing and easy to plan getaway, renting out a Norris Lake cabin or house is a great idea! Only a 4 hour drive from Cincinnati, this beautiful spot in Tennessee is perfect for a long weekend on the water. This summer, my husband and I took our newborn baby down to Norris Lake for the chance to relax, and get in some swimming without driving to the ocean. The cabin…

Read more

African Safari: Plan Your First Experience

Imagine feasting your eyes on majestic animals and exotic game like you’ve never seen before - all close-range and under the warm blanket of the sun. Millions of people head to Africa for epic safaris every year. If there’s one trip worth planning for, it’s an African safari trip. If you haven’t experienced one before, your mind is probably plagued by several questions - which country to choose, what to expect, what to avoid, etc.?…

Read more

5 Amazing Things to do in France

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of France? For many, it's romance- which is fitting given that Paris is considered the city of love. With a booming tourism industry, France is more than just Paris, the Eiffel Tower, and other top favorite tourist attractions however. While those are lovely places to see, you want to have more than a mere sightseeing experience. So, this article will focus on five things…

Read more

Florida’s Hidden Gems

Whether you’re planning a dream vacation, or relocating to the Sunshine State- you’ll want to ensure you hit all the best spots! From stunning scenery and scorching beaches to world-renowned attractions, there’s always something to do in Florida. To start creating your ultimate Florida check list, take a look at a few hidden gems I've discovered over the years that can help you get started: Take a Trip to Singer Island Situated just off the…

Read more

Top Tips: American Road-Trip

Dreaming of the great American road trip is a fantasy almost as old as the invention of the automobile itself. Who hasn't had this ambition at some point in their life? With a diverse landscape, culture and scenery unique to each state, the experience is bound to be one that will create unforgettable memories! With international travel likely to be restricted for a while to come, many are revisiting the idea of a road trip.…

Read more

Page 2 of 8‹ Previous1234Next ›Last »

About This Blog

Let’s Be Friends!

Latest Posts

  • Bentley 6-in-1 Trike : My Review

    May 17, 2022
    By Michelle W.
  • Best Outdoor Destinations in Arizona

    May 16, 2022
    By Michelle W.
  • Best Things to do While Traveling

    April 19, 2022
    By Michelle W.
  • Tips for Travelling with a Baby

    March 12, 2022
    By Michelle W.

Read More!

Top Posts

Beaches Near Cincinnati: Best Swim Spots
Greece: 10 Day Itinerary Ideas
Montanejos: Hot Springs & Waterfalls - A Valencia Daytrip
Valencia, Spain: Top 10 Things to Do
Sound of Music Sites in Salzburg, Austria
Puerto Rico: One Week Itinerary
England Itinerary Ideas: 8-10 Days
Savannah, Georgia in One Day

© Michelle Weigold and The Great Wide Somewhere, 2022. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Please read full privacy policy/disclosure information here

🇨🇴 Happy engagement anniversary to my husban 🇨🇴 Happy engagement anniversary to my husband John💍 ! Travel was one of the first things we bonded over when we met at a college party in Lexington, and I've loved all our adventures over the years 🌏 (This was 9 years ago 😅)!

We took this photo right after we got engaged! Before that, we'd been dating for over 4 years. I had casually mentioned several times all my criteria for my ideal proposal, and he made it happen 🥰

I told him:

💙1) It needs to be a cool, memorable location- preferably in another country! ✈️

💙2) You need to talk to my Dad first and get his blessing to propose 😃

💙3) I would love a surprise engagement party afterwards 🎉 (he actually did surprise me with one after we flew back home)

💙4) You better get down on one knee or I'm saying no 😜

Here's the proposal story, if you wanna know: 👇🏼

🧳 We were on a two week backpacking trip through Colombia. Near the last day of the trip, we rode horses on this insane humid jungle trail. 🐎 I was so sweaty and irritated that when we got to this beach an hour later, I was whining about getting in the water immediately. 🌴 John insisted I should wait until we took a photo first (because "my hair would look bad if I got it wet" 😂), and I conceded. He set up the tripod, and while I thought we were just taking a photo, he popped the question! 💍 

Of course now we always joke about how bad of a mood I was in right before the proposal. That's life for you I guess! 😃
.
.
.
.
.
#colombiatravel #tayrona #colombiaismagicalrealism #engagementstory #travelblogger
My travel buddy is the cutest 💕 Lately Lorenzo My travel buddy is the cutest 💕

Lately Lorenzo hasn’t been very cooperative with our stroller. 😑 He’s always trying to escape so he can “walk” like a big kid. This new @bentleytrike works great for him now because he can turn the steering wheel, which keeps him engaged, and then he quits trying to escape!! 🥳

This trike has six different modes, so it basically grows with your child. It’s stylish, and functional-  Right now Lorenzo uses the foot rests and the safety bar setting in his seat, but in a few months he’ll be able to use it as just a tricycle. 🚲

If you’re interested in a @bentleytrike to explore your neighborhood, my discount code for 20% off is CHELLETRAVELFOTO
.
.
.
#bentleytrike #strollertrike #babyboyswag #babyproducts #tricycle
🇮🇩 This photo is from 2011! 😮Hard to beli 🇮🇩 This photo is from 2011! 😮Hard to believe this was a decade ago. I’m grateful my (then just my boyfriend!) husband John had a nice DSLR camera back then so my photo memories are good quality! 😎 Not many other travelers had them at the time- little handheld digital cameras were the way to go! 📸 I guess we were trendsetters because I even took some artsy “back pics” 😂! 

When I went here, I didn’t know anyone else who had ever been to Bali. I knew next to nothing about it. 🤷🏻‍♀️That is a far cry from today, with it being a huge travel hot spot. 🌎 

We stayed in a private room hostel for $30 a night, and it was so nice. I wonder if we could find such a steal these days… 🤔

I still remember all the details of my 3 weeks backpacking Southeast Asia so vividly. 💕 I think that’s in part to my large amount of photos, plus my daily detailed journaling! 

Do you have a lot of good photos from pre-social media travels? 👇🏼
.
.
.
.
#balitravel #indonesiatravel #backpackingasia #wearetravelgirls #ladiesgoneglobal #sheisnotlost
What are all those blobs on the beach behind me? G What are all those blobs on the beach behind me? Gross dead jellyfish yep 🥴

Anyways…since Instagram doesn’t show photos to anyone now (Reels only it seems), I’m just going to start posting ones I normally wouldn’t have shared a few years ago 😇. Having an “aesthetic grid” doesn’t really seem to matter now either so #yolo 😅🎉

PS what is your favorite beach in the southern or eastern USA that you’d recommend for families? 👇🏼
.
.
.
.
.
.
#edistobeach #edistoisland #jellyfish_stagram #southcarolinabeaches #visitsouthcarolina #sunsetoftheday
Farewell to winter ❄️ Since spring is almost o Farewell to winter ❄️ Since spring is almost officially here, 💐 enjoy this throwback of our weekend getaway to @hopewellcroftcabin ! It’s only 1.5 hours from Cincinnati area and it’s so nice to just get away and relax in nature. 🌲

I’m lucky because my mother in law actually owns and runs this rental, 😇 so we get to head out occasionally if it’s not booked. 

Do you know anyone who owns a vacation rental property? 👇🏼
.
.
.
.
.
#hopewellcroft #exploreohio #ohiofindithere #airbnbhost #airbnbhomes #rusticcabin #woodinterior #ohiogram #ohioexplored
What else would you add? 🌎 I’ve definitely fo What else would you add? 🌎 I’ve definitely forgotten to tell my credit card company before, and had my account frozen while in Guatemala 😬. I have also had to rely on the offline maps more often than you’d think! 
.
.
.
.
.
#budgettravel #travelplanning #travelhacks #internationaltravel #travelstoriesworld #travelblogger #traveltips #cincinnatiblogger
What other tips do you all have? 👇🏼 . . . . What other tips do you all have? 👇🏼
.
.
.
.
.
#budgettravel #airtravel #travelhacks #travelwithkids #travelgram #mostarbridge
Have you tried any of these? 👇🏼 Since stat Have you tried any of these? 👇🏼 

Since static posts are dying out on Instagram, I feel like I can post whatever I want now. I don’t need to worry about the grid looking pretty anymore 💕. It’s freeing really 😇

So, this is the result- a shareable post with 🤭*gasp* 😮 TEXT on it! … Enjoy 😊! Anything else you’d add to the list? 
.
.
.
.
.
#budgettravel #couchsurfing #workaway #trustedhousesitters #aupairlife #traveltips #wwoof #hostelsoftheworld #delsey
The golden age of travel- throwback (wow see what The golden age of travel- throwback (wow see what I did there 😬) PS what even is my outfit? 😅 Anyways don’t judge, this photo is from 2011! 

I haven’t really traveled much since this summer, and now it feels too cold to go anywhere locally even. 🥶 Plus my job has been crazy lately 👩🏻‍🏫 and I have a grumpy 1 year old. 

So, with that… I’m throwing it back to the “golden age of travel” 🧳 when I backpacked around Southeast Asia for three weeks!

Those weeks are the only time I’ve spent in Asia- so it’s definitely my “least explored” part of the world. 🌏

Is there a certain continent or region that you’d consider your “least explored”? 👇🏼
© 2015 Themes Art - WordPress Design.
Back to top