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Utah Road Trip Itinerary: 2 Weeks + 5 National Parks

In the heat of July, we did a Utah road trip vacation. We mixed in overnight camping, backpacking and hotels. We rented a car, and explored the wild west! It is a lot of driving, but incredibly scenic. With this schedule, we saw all of the MIGHTY FIVE on our Utah road trip itinerary! Using my itinerary will save you HOURS of planning! No need to research your own route🗺️ All you have to do?…

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2 Hour Drive: Day Trips from Cincinnati, Ohio

If you're looking for a fun getaway, staycation, or long weekend away... here are my ideas for short Cincinnati day trips! All of these are within a one to two hour drive from Cincinnati, Ohio.  ⇒ For more Cincinnati day trips, see my places under a one hour drive! 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…

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My Top Cincinnati Staycation Ideas

Feeling stir crazy at home? There are still ways to make it FEEL like you’re traveling without going too far. I hope my Cincinnati staycation ideas can help inspire you! Depending on budget, there's several great options in the Northern Kentucky & Cincinnati area. With my ideas, you can act like a tourist in your own town, and make it *feel* like you're on a travel adventure- even if you're in your own backyard.  Some…

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One Day in Savannah, Georgia: Itinerary

A historic town with romantic branches shading its city squares, while they drip haunting Spanish moss... how could you not be captivated? With limited time, here's how to spend one day in Savannah, Georgia:  Reminiscent of nearby Charleston, Savannah's historic district is renowned for its photogenic beauty. Stroll around in that humid, salty air and you can’t help but take things slow. Walk with purpose- admire its grand homes and architecture! 🌴 Some links in…

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Best Hikes in the Smokies (Smoky Mountains National Park)

If you're visiting the Great Smoky Mountains or Gatlinburg area, going on a hike is THE main attraction! These are (in my opinion) the best hikes in the Smokies: Having visited nearby Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg on many separate occasions, these are the hikes that stand out to me most over the years. Check the park website for trail conditions and closures before setting out. Map with my favorite Smoky Mountain hikes pinned: Some links…

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Gatlinburg: Things to Do

Living just a few hours from the Great Smoky Mountains, I’ve visited Gatlinburg, Tennessee at least twenty times. Thinking back on all these ventures, here are my top Gatlinburg top things to do! These may all fit into one Gatlinburg trip, or you can spread them out! There’s a little something for everyone and every occasion! 🐻⛰️🥾 Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of…

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Fun Things to do in Cincinnati, Ohio

Growing up in Northern Kentucky- basically living in Cincinnati- I consider myself a “native”. I’ve spent years enjoying the city, so here's my ultimate list of fun things to do in Cincinnati, Ohio! These tips give a good overview of the Queen City- a “big city” with a small town vibe. You can use this to plan a Cincinnati weekend trip. It has great info for first time visitors- but useful for locals too! Some…

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Things to do in Singer Island & West Palm Beach, Florida

I’ve traveled a lot, but some places have a bigger meaning or impact on my life than others. Singer Island, Florida is one of these spots 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 two weeks there. It was host to some of the absolute best times of my life. With that, here are my…

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Folly Beach Things to Do: A South Carolina Seaside Getaway

I love a good family vacation, and this is a great place for it. Read my tips for Folly Beach things to do! Close to Kiawah Island and Charleston, but far enough away to feel like a small town, I am a big fan of this South Carolina destination! [gallery type="rectangular" link="none" ids="2804,2803,2805"] Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these, I may earn…

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Best Tacos in Cincinnati (+Latin Food!)

Over the years, my husband and I began a quest to find the best, most authentic tacos in the area. We wanted to find that one local place that could come close to the delicious foods we've had on our travels in South America.  After several years, this is the list we came up with! Here are our own opinions of where to find the best tacos in Cincinnati (and Northern Kentucky).  These places are…

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Cincy and NKy friends- This is a great staycation Cincy and NKy friends- This is a great staycation idea!! ✨ It’s also great for anyone planning to see the Ark Encounter too. 

Don’t forget @abideglamping also has fun igloo domes you can stay in too!

Staying in a glamping tent with a built-in spiral tube slide at Abide Glamping 🌀🛝⛺️ was so much fun!

Located in N.Kentucky, this family-friendly glamping spot has fully furnished tents (real beds, electricity, nice bathroom, cozy seating) 🏕️ plus outdoor space to spread out.

Here you’ll also find fire pits, 🔥 space for grilling, 🍔and easy access to nature! 

This is a great option for families who want a unique stay, but don’t want to skip out on the creature comforts 🤪

#UniqueStays #KentuckyTravel #northernkentucky
I somehow made it 30+ years without ever having he I somehow made it 30+ years without ever having heard of this place, and wow it really impressed me! 😍 

Exploring the stunning cliffs of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore was one of my favorite parts of our Michigan road trip last summer. ☀️ 

It sort of feels like stepping into a painting thanks to its colorful sandstone cliffs, hidden waterfalls, and Lake Superior views! 💧 

We took a boat tour to see the beautiful shoreline views from the water 🛥️(we had two small kids with us), but you can also kayak through it to see caves and arches 🛶 

(( We booked our boat tour with @picturedrockscruises ))

You can also hike along trails with incredible overlooks. 🥾 Don’t miss Chapel Rock, Miners Castle, and Spray Falls! 

This part of Michigan’s upper peninsula is so stunning 😍 It’s definitely a “must do” road trip

#puremichigan #upmichigan #picturedrocks #upperpeninsulamichigan
Type “schedule” if you’d like a copy of my detaile Type “schedule” if you’d like a copy of my detailed ten day Ireland road trip itinerary 🇮🇪🍀🚙

Here’s what you can do and see with three days in Northern Ireland during a big ten day road trip all over the island! 

Locations visited include Giants Causeway, Carrick a Rede rope bridge, Dunseverick castle, Torr Head, Galboly and more! 🏰 

Follow along for the rest of my itinerary photo recap! #northernirelandtourism #causewaycoast #irelandroadtrip
Just a few of my many Scotland travel planning res Just a few of my many Scotland travel planning resources! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💕 Tap and enjoy! 

#scotlandtravel #scotland_lover #scotlandisnow
Is it crowded? Hot? Overpriced? …while the answers Is it crowded? Hot? Overpriced? …while the answers to the questions may be “yes” 😬(especially if you visit in the summer), 💕 it’s still absolutely worth it to visit this incredible medieval walled city!! 

I’ve been to Dubrovnik a few times over the years, and would be happy to go back again! 💕

Truly a magical destination that feels like you’ve jumped into a movie set! 🎥 

#europetravels #dubrovnikcroatia #dubrovnikonmymind
Type “sloth” for my itinerary and my other helpful Type “sloth” for my itinerary and my other helpful Costa Rica travel tips! 🦥

The land of pura vida has my heart forever! 🫶🏼

I love it for all its quirks, and I think you’ll find it hard not to fall in love too 💕

#costaricatravel #costaricapuravida #costaricacool
Lmk if you want my itinerary! 🍀 If you type “sched Lmk if you want my itinerary! 🍀 If you type “schedule” it will auto send to you.

This Ireland and Northern Ireland road trip was so much fun and full of so much beauty! 😍

If you’re interested in ever doing something similar, then be sure to follow along as I document our travels 🇮🇪🇬🇧

I’m mixing things up with this video, as it’s quite different from my normal format. 🎉 

This kind of video is fun for me to make! Even if it’s longer and won’t get as many views, I still enjoy sharing all these fun little details with everyone! 

Stay tuned for part 3! 🎉

#irelandtravel #travelvlogging #northernirelandtourism
If you want my list, type “day trip” in the commen If you want my list, type “day trip” in the comments! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿☕️

London is obviously super well connected, so it’s easy to get almost anywhere without a car, and on a budget! 💷

If you’re looking for organized London day trips though, these are some that you can do, no work involved, and at a good price! 🇬🇧

#londontravel #londondaytrip #londontrip
Lmk if you want a copy of my itinerary! 🍀 If you c Lmk if you want a copy of my itinerary! 🍀 If you comment “schedule” it will auto send to you.

This Ireland and Northern Ireland road trip was so much fun and full of so much beauty! 😍

If you’re interested in ever doing something similar, then be sure to follow along as I document our travels 🇮🇪🇬🇧

I’m mixing things up with this video, as it’s quite different from my normal format. 🎉 This kind of video is fun for me to make though, even if it’s longer and I know it won’t get as many views. I still enjoy sharing all these fun little details with everyone- So stay tuned for part two! 🎉

#irelandtravel #travelvlogging #northernirelandtourism #belfastcity
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