Looking for a tropical escape? There are many islands in the Caribbean to choose from! In fact, this region is a top travel destination, especially for US visitors. But, not all islands are the same.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park By Helicopter
America is famous for its National Parks. There are over 60 parks across the country, each comprised of their own natural beauty. These are great locations to add to your next vacation itinerary. Many National Parks are comprised of rugged mountain terrain, vast grasslands, and other landscapes. But, if you are looking for an experience …
7 Rules That Helped Me Lose Weight On A 7 Day Cruise
I’ll be honest… I have gained a lot of weight over the last year and it seems like as easy as the pounds come on, it has been nearly impossible to take them back off. Its not a lack of exercise for me – I am a gym rat and work out pretty much every …
Photo Essay: A Monumental Proposal!
Three years ago today with little information or warning, my now-husband whisked me away down a long and (sometimes winding) road. It was June 23rd, 2013 – the day he was going to pop the question! I’ve thought long and hard about it and, because this day was so special and sentimental to me, I decided …
Sustainable Tourism is Right Around the Corner
I am/on the final week countdown until I start my master’s program. I am excited and a little nervous! This will have such positive impacts on my life presently and down the road both personally and professionally too. So, you might be asking how in the world I decided to pursue a degree in sustainable …
If You Like Nature, You’ll Love Grand Teton National Park
Northwest Wyoming features spectacular (and famous) landscapes. Beautiful Grand Teton National Park is situated between Jackson Hole and Yellowstone National Park in the US’s Rocky Mountain range. It features one of the most iconic, most recognized, most beautiful, and most dramatic views in North America – The Teton Mountain Range, which is home to the …
The Three Best Excursions to Try in Alaska
There are so many things to try when visiting Alaska that its hard to narrow them down to make sure you have a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the last frontier. While it’s important to weigh your options and activity levels carefully, it’s also important to determine what experiences you would not want to miss out on. For …
Global Entry or TSA Pre-Check – Which Way To Go?
With security lines at airports getting longer, and no relief in sight, enrolling in things like TSA Pre-Check and Global Entry seem more and more tempting. It is so important to be able to quickly navigate any given airport these days. When it came time to enroll in one of these programs, we weighed our …
How to Create a Grab-And-Go Toiletry Bag
Do you find yourself packing and repacking your toiletry bag every time you’re going somewhere? During my travels over the last several years, I’ve observed the “must have” products that I need to have with me on any given trip, as well as some items that fall under the “I wish I had that” category. …
How Do You Handle Travel Indecision?
In just a few short hours, I’m flying to Portland, Oregon. My hubby is there for a conference, and both of us have wanted to go there for awhile, so it was the obvious choice that I would fly out after work and we would spend the weekend there. This will be my first time …