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Travel Stories for the Curious Adventurer, Est. 2021

24-Hours in Porto: The Trip That Almost Wasn’t

The trip that almost wasn’t! A classic European train strike almost kept us from having the most incredible whirlwind 24-hours in the historic (and gorgeous) waterfront city of Porto. Our destiny was to get there and experience the food, the culture, the churches, and the port wine! Can you have an incredible adventure in just…

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Rhode Island Romance

Looking for a gloriously romantic getaway? Consider Rhode Island…take a gondola through Providence, stay in a historical B&B, sip fancy cocktails on Empire St… and have an unforgettable time! This tiny state packs a big (romantic) punch ❤️

Arizona Family Vacay: An Agenda for Kids

Planning a kid-cation? Consider one of my favorite states…Arizona. Our kids STILL talk about the desert, mountains, and cactus…an incredible experience! Vacationing with kids can be…tricky. This blog post offers our tips on things to do there while keeping those kids cool, happy, and well fed so that everyone has a wonderful memory to look…

Make A Change: Life According to Helen

Helen, a woman I knew for such a short period of time, changed my life. She hit with me some hard truth, the kind we are so fortunate to receive but rarely get. She left this world two decades ago yesterday, but her words still impact my life today.

The Martha’s Vineyard Experience

What started out as a drizzly, foggy morning ended up being a full day of exploring, bike riding, lobster-eating, and memory-making! And…the sun eventually found its way out of the clouds, shining gold, shimmery light over the emerald greens and hot pinks that blanket the island…Martha’s Vineyard is a storybook destination that deserves a visit!…

Punta Cana: One Helluva Birthday

Turquoise water, white sandy beaches, unlimited Pina Coladas, and the ambiance of the Caribbean…looking for relaxation? A couples getaway? A few days to breathe and soak in the sun? You’ve found it…

Traveler Interview: The French Countryside (and 1-Day in Paris)

Thinking of going to the French countryside?? There’s no place like Paris…and wine country. My latest traveler interview details a trip focused on the champagne province! Fly to Paris, take in the culture, then hop on a train to the most gorgeous countryside you’ve ever seen…and have a glass of champagne while you’re there…

Door County, WI: Fish Boils, Biking & Snow Shoeing

Door County, Wisconsin is a part of our love story. We go for the alone time, the sunsets, the activities, and the cherry pie! Looking for a long weekend getaway? My list of Top 5 Things To Do in Door County are proven winners!

Arizona: My Place For Healing

My life was crumbling. I chose to get off the road I was traveling and felt the scramble to piece it back together. My mom said “Let’s go to Arizona”…and that’s when my healing began. Travel is so much more than planes, rental cars, hotels, and excursions…it is life changing.

Las Vegas: Foodies Unite

Amazing, chef-prepared, unique and creative dishes in Las Vegas made for a delicious adventure…one we can’t wait to replicate!! Foodies unite!! We hope this blog detailing three of our fine dining experiences inspires some dinner reservations…

Adventures in Hawaii: The Big Island

There is no place like Hawaii. The big island was way more adventure than I was prepared for! Hiking, volcanoes, manta rays, lava beaches, and star gazing on top of the world…it was exhausting AND incredible! We can’t wait to explore more islands…

Cannon Beach, OR: A Place for Treasure Hunters and Goonies Fans

For those who love adventures that include beautiful beaches, pirate treasure, and famous movie filming locations, Cannon Beach has it all. This was the best first day of any trip I’ve ever had! If you are considering Oregon (one of my most favorite states), consider this adorable seaside town and do some unforgettable exploring…

San Francisco: Redwoods, Bike Tours, and Crab Dinners

With two brief visits to San Francisco under my belt, I decided to go back a third time to do it right! Bout tours, bike tours, and the Redwood Forest made for an exceptional couple of days and certainly worth including as a stop on any California adventure!

My Top 5 Beaches

With all the many beautiful beaches I’ve experienced, it was hard to pick just 5, but I managed! If you are like me and plan your trips around Islands with exceptional stretches of beach, this list should provide some insight into planning your next adventure!

Traveler Interview: Dominican Republic

New travel interview focused on the Dominican Republic! A popular Caribbean destination, it is one of the few places that do not require testing prior to going and offer perfect beaches and sunny weather for days…

Atlanta: History, Fast Cars, and Southern Cookin’

Traveling to Atlanta is one of my most favorite long weekend getaways. A visit to the Porsche Experience Center, and gorging on southern cooking (fried green tomatoes, anyone??), made our last adventure here worth writing about….

Going to the Big Island? Travel Smart.

I have been to Maui, O’ahu, and now the big island of Hawaii… every island is very unique, I certainly learned a lot during our 7 night stay! New Blog post featuring my list of things that the future big island traveler might want to consider as they prepare for this very BIG adventure!! Travel…

Traveler Interview: Cancun

Thinking of traveling to Mexico? This short-and-sweet interview gives insight to anyone who is thinking a trip to Cancun is just what they need…#educate #inspire #goAdventure

Lake Geneva, WI: A Weekend Trip

One of my most favorite Lake towns to visit…Lake Geneva, WI has everything you need to make a memorable long weekend. With fabulous restaurants, boat tours, mansions, zip lining, spas, and more, it has become a very special summer retreat for us!

Dubuque, Iowa: Vintage, Artistic, and Delectable

Dubuque is supposedly the oldest town in Iowa. Just 30 minutes west of Galena, it has all the things we love to experience on long winter weekend getaways…wine, foodie restaurants, history, and skiing!

Turo: Fancy Car Rentals without the Fancy Tax

We love fancy cars, we hate paying for them when we travel. Turo, a Car Sharing Company, makes it easy and affordable to drive around in style! Turo is car rental magic, and a travel tip I am happy to share!

Breckenridge: A Sleigh Ride and a Sky Full of Stars

Breckenridge not only has great beer, it is known as a storybook town and a renowned ski destination. This town is a wintery escape to consider for those who love the mountains, brisk piney air, great food, trendy snow jackets, and lots and lots of snow…

5 Things To Do in Iceland

Only in Iceland can you walk on top of a frozen volcano, eat fermented shark, bathe in a hot spring outside in freezing temperatures, and walk between two tectonic plates! Amazing. If you are planning a future adventure, consider this beautiful Nordic island!!

Solvang, California: Little Denmark

A European village tucked away in Santa Barbara County…Solvang is a wonderful ‘Danish’ getaway offering culture, food, and wineries! Oh, and California weather 🙂

The Rum Vincent

Coconut, Dark Rum, Lillet Blanc…this drink will always take me back to Punta Cana

Cozumel: Part Deux

Snorkeling with Sting Rays, Starfish, and Sea Turtles. That’s what I call a “Parent-Time-Out”…

Palm Springs and Tahquitz Canyon

The sunshine is the first thing you notice when you land in Palm Springs. It’s a tiny airport, one that is mostly outside! Walking from your gate to the main building is all outdoors…nothing but flowers, cactus and the mountains to take in as you make your way to arrivals. We were staying in a…

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