This magical part of the land of pura vida is a must see for any visitor- It's the perfect place for relaxation seekers or outdoor adventurers! Learn all my best La Fortuna, Costa Rica things to do: Home to lush jungle, active volcanoes, waterfalls, and plenty of sloths, 🦥 it is 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…
Fitting it all in with a two week Italy itinerary seems daunting, but it's actually a great amount of time. You can explore so much by train with 14 days in Italy. It's a busy schedule, but worth it! After 14 days in Italy with my family, and returning 4 more times since, I can safely say this is a quality (and yes, BUSY) itinerary! This has a perfect combination of iconic Italy, while also…
The Great Smoky Mountains is the most visited U.S. National Park, and for good reason. In addition to the park itself, there are loads of kid-friendly things to do in Pigeon Forge and nearby Gatlinburg, Tennessee! Being from the Cincinnati area, it’s only a 4.5 hour drive, so I’ve traveled here many times. Traveling with a toddler, our goal was to find kid friendly activities, and we did! We usually stay in Gatlinburg, so Pigeon Forge…
Every year, thousands of American college students make their way down to Central America to study abroad in the beautiful country of Costa Rica. After my own great experience, I've listed my top reasons to study abroad in Costa Rica. While there are many options as to where to base yourself, I was living in Heredia. There are a HUGE variety of University programs here and in San Jose, click here to see a few!…
Travel: We usually think of a chill getaway where we can meander about as we please, resting on a tropical beach. Travelling with a baby though? An entirely different story! Travelling with a baby or toddler isn't relaxing. That is a fact. That doesn't mean it isn't still fun, nor that you shouldn't do it! You have to set your expectations accordingly, and be flexible. It will require a lot of planning- but the better…
With 2-3 days on Santorini, there are plenty of things to fill your time. Here is what I recommend: My Santorini, Greece itinerary has a great overview for first timers! Don’t skip my FULL GREECE ITINERARY that goes with this post! Places you'll see on my Santorini itinerary: Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these, I may earn a small commission (at no…
For a relaxing and easy 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 weekend on the water. My husband and I headed to Norris Lake for the chance to relax, and get in some swimming (without driving to the ocean). The cabin we rented was the ideal setup to soak up some sun, and…
I’ve always been one to love “themes”. I’m that girl who has been forcing her friends to attend my various themed parties for years. Having a sloth nursery then should come as no surprise! 🦥 Since my wedding in 2014 was travel-themed, most of my home decor is, and even my baby shower was “welcome to the world” themed, I didn’t want to overdo it with another travel themed room. I decided then to merge…
The Emerald Isle. A lush, green country most travelers aim to visit. Ireland's culture, traditions, history, and nature certainly draw you in… or is it the pubs? Reminiscent of our Scotland road trip, this Ireland road trip itinerary is filled with scenic stops as you go. After some trial and error, here is my 10 day Ireland itinerary- perfect for a self guided road trip! Oh yeah, don't forget to read my post on what…
Heading on an adventurous getaway to Ecuador, and not sure where to stay? in Quito? I can help! Try out the old town neighborhood La Ronda, and its boutique hotel- Casona de la Ronda. Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these, I may earn a small commission (at no additional cost to you!). I was also hosted by this hotel in exchange for…
