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…
When people think of Kentucky, often they envision horse races, big hats, and maybe some barefoot children running around a coal mine in the hollers of the Appalachians. While these images (however stereotypical) may represent portions of the bluegrass state, there is so much more than just banjos and moonshine in the great Commonwealth! As a born and raised (northern) Kentuckian with a love of exploration, these are my top 5 things to do- all…
My husband and I set out on our vacation using this budget 7-day Egypt itinerary. We went with the company Travel Talk, and added time in the Sinai Peninsula (Dahab) afterwards This post details my budget 7-day Egypt itinerary and vacation experience with this company, and also has ideas of what to do, see, and expect! Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these,…
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…
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…
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…
You don't always have to travel far to feel those vacation vibes, and this is definitely true for my experience having a Cincinnati "staycation" getaway at the Lytle Park Hotel downtown. As a local, one thing I've loved doing over the years is exploring my city with the lens of a visitor. This can make everyday sites more intriguing, and has led to many fun experiences over the years! Whether a visitor or local, the…
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…
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…
After traveling to Italy four separate times in my life (and giving my kids Italian names!), you could say it's amore. With that, I've curated a list of my favorite experiences and top tips for the best things to do in Italy! ⇒Read also: My 10-14 day itinerary ideas for Italy Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these, I may earn a small…
