If you’re getting stir crazy spending time at home, there are still ways to make it FEEL like you’re traveling and exploring a new destination without going too far! Depending on your budget, that are several great options in the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area. My first suggestion is to get a hotel! This is the easiest way to make it feel like you are away from your home and your usual routine. These Cincinnati area hotels…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
For many travelers across the world, budget travel is the holy grail of adventure. There’s nothing like striking out somewhere new and feeling like you’re exploring the place from the ground up. Who wants to simply visit a succession of five-star hotels that are all the same, where you could be anywhere in the world, right!? It sort of defeats the point of traveling in the first place. However, on the flip side, it’s alright…
If you're visiting the Great Smoky Mountains or Gatlinburg area, going on a hike is of course THE main attraction! These are (in my opinion) the best hikes in the Smoky Mountains: Having visited Gatlinburg, on many separate occasions, these are the hikes I’ve done that have stood out to me the most! Also, please make sure to check the park website for trail conditions and closure notices before setting out. Cades Cove: If you…
Living just a few hours away from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, I’ve visited Gatlinburg, Tennessee at least twenty times. Thinking back on all these ventures, I’ve compiled my personal recommendations on the top things to do! These activities may all fit into one Gatlinburg trip, or you can spread them out over separate visits. I’ve gone down there for Bachelorette parties, with my family growing up, on my honeymoon, and for a college…
I’ve traveled a lot in my lifetime, but some places have had a bigger meaning or impact on my life than others. Singer Island, Florida is one of these locations that will always have a part of my heart! Growing up, my grandparents had a condo on this gorgeous island near West Palm Beach. Every summer we’d spend about two weeks there. Until I was 25, it was host to some of the absolute best…
