If you can travel on any kind of trip, whether in the USA or abroad, you are blessed. Wherever you go, make sure you make the most of your time spent in that place! Take Photographs This one is something pretty much everyone does when they travel. We all love to take pictures and share them on our socials, whether it’s the classic picture of legs on the beach or amazing underwater shots of diving…
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, and that doesn't mean that you shouldn't do it! You have to set your expectations accordingly, and be flexible. It will require a lot of planning,…
If you live near Cincinnati and are looking for a fun couples getaway, staycation, or long weekend away... check out these ideas for Cincinnati day trips! All of these places are within a 2 hour or less drive from Cincinnati, Ohio. For more Cincinnati day trips, see places under a one hour drive! Map provided by Wanderlog, for making itineraries on iOS and Android Augusta, Kentucky If small riverside towns with friendly people and historic…
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 budget, there's several great options in the N. Kentucky / Cincinnati area. My first suggestion is to get a hotel! This is the easiest way to make it feel like you're away from home and your usual routine. These Cincinnati area hotels are perfect…
If you love natural beauty and active adventures, then Kanab, Utah is it! Less visited than nearby Zion and Arches, Kanab has just as much to offer but without the huge crowds. I traveled here spring 2021 with my husband, and 9 month old baby. 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. After one…
Puerto Rico: A tropical paradise with delicious food and an intriguing history! Visiting here from the mainland US is easy, and it’s a great spot for active or relaxing vacations. Here is my recommended Puerto Rico one week itinerary: As a US territory, visitors from the states have it easy. No passport is needed to travel. At this time, no Covid test is needed to fly home either! Flights are fairly priced, and for a…
I spent several weeks in Costa Rica during my study abroad experience, and have since been back to visit multiple times. Over the years, these are the places that stood out to me the most. These are my suggestions for the best beach towns in Costa Rica: In no particular order... Montezuma: The town of Montezuma has a great Caribbean vibe. It’s a free-spirited kind of place that some ticos refer to as “Montefuma”, if…
Lexington, Kentucky is one of my favorite places. I’ve traveled all over the world, and as cheesy as it sounds, this city genuinely always feels like home. When I was a student at the University of Kentucky (go big blue!!), I had the privilege of living in this great town for five years. Even though I now live closer to Cincinnati, I still make it back to Lex frequently. So, what are my top suggestions…
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…
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…
