My Top 22 Hotels of 2022

My Top 22 Hotels of 2022

Throughout 2022, I worked remotely and traveled slowly across the USA with a few international trips sprinkled in the mix before moving halfway around the world to Amsterdam with a new job! Along the way, I researched and stayed at some incredibly unique and memorable hotels that inspire you to plan your bucket list trip [...]

Time to Check-In: Yonder in Escalante, Utah

Time to Check-In: Yonder in Escalante, Utah

It’s time to check in! It’s time to check in to Yonder in Escalante, Utah! Yonder is the perfect glamping getaway with unique amenities nestled in the heart of Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument, a short drive from several national parks, national monuments, and endless hikes! This 20 acre property opened in 2020 and offers [...]

The Ultimate Weekend in Austin, Texas

The Ultimate Weekend in Austin, Texas

Welcome to the capital of Texas! Here are a few fun facts about Austin, Texas: Austin was originally called WaterlooAustin is the fourth largest city in Texas, home to about 2.2 million people in the metro area and rapidly growingAustin is home to the largest bat colony of 1.5 million bats that migrate during the [...]

Utah Ice Castles in Midway, Utah

Utah Ice Castles in Midway, Utah

Add this incredible winter activity to your bucket list! What are Ice Castles? The Ice Castles are an immersive experience where thousands of icicles form picturesque “castles” created by ice artists and include various features such a tunnels, slides, and lights! Where are the Ice Castles? The Utah ice castles come to Midway, Utah, about [...]

Hiking My First 14er in Colorado: Packing Guide and Essential Tips

Hiking My First 14er in Colorado: Packing Guide and Essential Tips

"The summit is what drives us, but the climb itself is what matters"Conrad Anker This September I crossed off another bucket list item of hiking a 14er in Colorado! A 14er is a mountain that is over 14,000 feet and Colorado has 58 of these giant mountains! The impacts of being at this elevation make [...]

The Ultimate Extended Weekend in Portland, Oregon

The Ultimate Extended Weekend in Portland, Oregon

"So much of who we are is where we have been" It's time for another adventure in a state I have never been to before, OREGON! This marked my thirty-fourth state and another solo adventure. Oregon and Alaska are the two states that have been super high on the list that I haven't explored yet [...]

The Ultimate Weekend in San Diego, California

The Ultimate Weekend in San Diego, California

"Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened."The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go."Dr. Seuss Hello there! This weekend adventure takes place in the lovely San Diego, California. There are a variety of activities to do in this California city [...]

The Ultimate Weekend in Charleston, South Carolina

The Ultimate Weekend in Charleston, South Carolina

"Will you do something for me, please? Just picture your life for me 30 years from now, 40 years from now. What's it look like?"- The Notebook Charleston, South Carolina had been on my list for quite some time now. Rated as one of the top cities in the world and by Travel and Leisure [...]