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- Category: Itineraries -

Kanab, Utah Things to Do & Itinerary Ideas for Outdoor Adventurers

If you love natural beauty and active adventures, this place is it! Less visited than nearby areas, Kanab has just as much to offer and without the huge crowds. Read my list of Kanab, Utah things to do plus my itinerary.  Our itinerary was a bit aggressive, but we did and saw so much! We flew round-trip out of Las Vegas, and also stopped at Death Valley and Zion too. After one week exploring the…

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3 Days in Istanbul: The Perfect Itinerary

After a weekend here during my honeymoon, this is my perfect Istanbul 3 days itinerary. It may seem tricky to squeeze it all in, but it's doable! Istanbul cannot be sufficiently described without being seen. At one corner you've traveled back in time to haggle for spices. At the the next, you're taking a trolley to a curated museum. Constantinople of the ancient world, Istanbul is on the bridge between two continents, and this is…

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Durres Beach, Albania: A Tirana Weekend Trip

If you find yourself in Tirana in the heat of summer, you know how hot those Balkan summers can get! A visit to Durres Beach, Albania is the perfect solution! Only a 40 minute drive from Tirana, Durres (Beach) is situated on the Adriatic coast. When I traveled there with my husband, it felt like a hidden gem. Not only is it incredibly affordable- but the beach is quiet, the water is warm, and there…

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Peru Travel Itinerary (+Bolivia & Chile) for 2-3 Weeks

Visiting the ancient lands of the Inca, but not sure where to start? It can be overwhelming, but I can help! This is my ultimate Peru travel itinerary, plus a little bit of Bolivia and Chile. Once I graduated college, I did a 3 week backpacking trip to these places. Most people may not have that kind of time, so this itinerary can be chunked into smaller visits too! Some links in this post are…

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My Budget Friendly Costa Rica Itinerary for 7-10 Days

So, you want to visit the land of Pura Vida? Whether you're planning a self-guided adventure or browsing tours to Costa Rica: What all can you comfortably fit into a 7-10 day Costa Rica itinerary?  Here is the budget friendly Costa Rica itinerary I suggest. After visiting 3 times and spending over 12 weeks here, this route has my stamp of approval! With just 7-10 days, this self-guided itinerary shows the variety this country offers. It's…

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The Best Michigan Itinerary for a Summer Road Trip

Scenic Michigan coastline with cliffs and lush greenery for summer road trip.

Planning a summer road-trip to Michigan? This Michigan itinerary covers the top spots to see and explore for a fun and scenic getaway. This is the exact driving route we took during our ten day summer road trip through Michigan Yes, it's fast paced, but allows you to see a wide variety of sites You can do this itinerary staying at campsites, or at hotels  This Michigan itinerary combines natural scenic beauty with unique small…

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Things to do in Clarksville, Tennessee (with kids!): A Weekend Itinerary

If you're on the hunt for a great family weekend getaway, see my itinerary of things to do in Clarksville, Tennessee. We visited with our 2 sons, and love how scenic it all is, and how family-friendly! Situated along the Cumberland River, Clarksville, Tennessee is a bit of a hidden gem with a great blend of history, outdoor activities, and the classic "small town charm". Perfect as a weekend trip out of the Cincinnati area,…

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One Day in Charleston, South Carolina: Itinerary

Charleston has that pure “southern charm”. It’s one of the most picturesque cities in the American south, and its palm-lined streets have memorable appeal🌴 Here's my tips for a one day in Charleston itinerary! I came here with my family to visit Folly Beach, and we spent a few days in the city too. It instantly reminded me of Savannah, although each city has its own unique vibe! Some links in this post are affiliate…

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Beijing Itinerary: See the City + Great Wall in 4 Days

With just 3-4 days in the city, this is my efficient Beijing itinerary! See as much as you can, and on limited time- plus a visit to the Great Wall of China. As the 8th most populated city on the planet, Beijing can be hectic, busy, and smoggy. Despite this, there are truly beautiful sights and unique experiences to be had. It is perhaps the one city that is most quintessentially “China”. What visitors picture…

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One Week in Puerto Rico Itinerary: Perfect for First Time Visitors!

A tropical paradise with delicious food and an intriguing history: Use my one week in Puerto Rico itinerary to help you plan the best trip! As a US territory, visitors from the states have it easy. No passport is needed to travel. For a long weekend or full week vacation, this destination can really pack a lot in! A great spot for active or relaxing vacations, here is my one week in Puerto Rico itinerary:…

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😅 Driving in Ireland be like that sometimes… It’ 😅 Driving in Ireland be like that sometimes… 

It’s scenic, but when you’re meant to go 45mph on a narrow one lane road (that’s is not a one WAY road mind you), it can be a little nerve wracking 🫣

Other cars popping up out of nowhere- plus the occasional rogue sheep- makes things… memorable. 🐑 

#ireland🇮🇪 #ireland_insta #kerrycliffs
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This includes my road trip itinerary, things to do on the island, and day trip ideas out of San Juan ✨🌴🤿

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One museum trip turned into the best family weeken One museum trip turned into the best family weekend we’ve had in a while 🏇

We originally headed to Louisville for the Kentucky Derby Museum @derbymuseum ! 🏇 If you haven’t been, it’s genuinely worth it. Way more interactive than we realized, and the kids were loving it. 

We also got tickets to see the live racing happening right next to it at @churchilldowns , and that ended up being one of those unexpected travel favorites! 🥳 Who knew my 5 year old would love helping his dad bet on horses so much 😜

We also hit up PlayPort playground @waterfrontparklou (save this if you have little ones), spent a few hours at  @louisvillezooofficial , and explored the city in between. 🏙️ 

Louisville is an ideal weekend trip destination (just 1.5 hours from NKY!), and I feel like a lot of people have been sleeping on it. 🚙

We packed in two full days without feeling rushed, and the kids were happy the whole time (which as any mom knows, is the real win 😄)

If you’re looking for a unique and character filled family getaway, @gotolouisville needs to be on your list! 📍

Thank you so much to the derby museum for hosting us! 💙 

Also thanks to @aloftlouisville for being the perfect place to stay to explore the city! 🏨 

#louisvillelove #LouisvilleKY #FamilyTravel #kentuckyderby
🐬🐙🐟Bucket list: officially checked off! Seeing th 🐬🐙🐟Bucket list: officially checked off!

Seeing the whale shark at Georgia Aquarium was every bit as incredible as I hoped! 🩵

We planned our trip to Atlanta specifically to visit here, and it for sure lived up to the hype! 🐬

((If you ever want a way to break up your drive from Kentucky to Florida, this is one way to go!)) 🚙

Also, right now at @georgiaaquarium they have a special event going on (included with all tickets!)...

It’s called ✨ Glow Nights, and it transforms the aquarium with fun lighting, projections, themed entertainment, and special glow in the dark vibes and performances. 🪼This happens every evening after 4 p.m. through August 9!

We spent around 5 hours here, as there is so much to see. It’s one of the largest aquariums in the world with over 8 different galleries! 🩵

Dolphin & sea lion presentations are also included in general admission tickets! 🐬🦭

Let me know if you have any questions ⬇️

Thank you so much to the aquarium for hosting us- core memories made!

#georgiaaquarium #bucketlist✅ #whaleshark 

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After many years and countries later, these are my most easy to do but useful travel tips and hacks! 🎉

#travelblogger #traveltipsandtricks These are my best travel tips and advice! Use these travel tips and hacks before you leave the country for a smoother experience
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This road trip is so ideal, 😍 you get to explore huge cities like London 🇬🇧 and then slower paced days in Wales enjoying castles 🏰 and towns with hardly any other tourists. 

Scotland has my heart as you know, 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 so adding that to the end of this UK road trip schedule makes it that much better! 🚙 

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One of my favorite travel tools ✈️ I’ve started using the last year is Thrifty Traveler Premium!

It sends email alerts when they find unusually good flight deals, mistake fares, or points/miles opportunities. 

Instead of constantly checking airfare prices yourself, the deals come straight to you 📩

We actually bought our flights to Dublin last summer the day we got an email about a super discounted flight ✈️ 

If you’re looking to travel more while spending less, it’s definitely worth checking out 🌎! Link is in my bio & can save you $20 off your first year.

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Looking for a family-friendly attraction in Louisv Looking for a family-friendly attraction in Louisville? 🏇

The Kentucky Derby Museum is it! ✨ 

Right next to @churchilldowns , the museum has interactive exhibits with plenty of hands-on activities 🎉

It gives kids a chance to learn about the history and excitement of the Kentucky Derby, in a way they can understand 🏇💕

Families can explore racing simulators, see authentic Derby artifacts, and even add on a variety of guided tours at Churchill Downs. 🏇👒

The museum is a nonprofit, and it’s the exclusive public tour provider for the track! We did the Thoroughbred Workout Tour, which is great for all ages and gives you the chance to see horses warming up and working out on the track 🏇🏇🏇

Whether you’re a horse racing fan or not, the Museum is still a place that both adults and kids can enjoy 😊 

Afterwards, we went to live racing at the track, but there’s also endless other fun things to do in Louisville ✨

Thank you to @derbymuseum for hosting us! We had so much fun and made some great family memories 💕 

Also huge shoutout to @aloftlouisville for being such a great central located place to stay!

#kentuckytravels #churchilldowns #kentuckyderby
Details ⬇️ Word is slowly getting out about this Details ⬇️

Word is slowly getting out about this beautiful part of Ireland, but I’m here to spread the news even more! 🍀

The Dingle Peninsula was one of my favorite parts of my recent Irish road trip! 🇮🇪✨ @dinglepeninsulatourism 

While it’s been touted recently as an alternate to the Ring of Kerry, I think they’re different enough that it’s best to do both! 🩵

The Dingle Peninsula is gorgeous though and you need to add it to your Ireland itinerary! 🎉 

Also make sure to do a dolphin 🐬 tour out of Dingle town!

#dinglepeninsula #ireland🇮🇪 #ireland_travel
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