While maybe not your typical honeymoon destination, it's where we headed! We loved our 10-day Tanzania safari itinerary, and beach time on the spice island of Zanzibar after. We planned this trip independently, but our safari company helped! This schedule is perfect, allowing you to get a taste of a classic safari, plus a tropical beach vacation. Here is our 10-day Tanzania safari itinerary, plus time in Zanzibar: ⇒ All photos taken by myself or…
Whether or not you believe in the supernatural, it’s still fun to visit spots said to be haunted by a restless spirit or two. If you’re in the mood to visit some haunted places in Cincinnati, (+Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana) here is a fun lineup: If you want to try a "haunted road trip" to see all these haunted places, check my map! Starting out in Cincinnati, work your way around. Stay in the car,…
Feeling stir crazy at home? There are still ways to make it FEEL like you’re traveling without going too far. I hope my Cincinnati staycation ideas can help inspire you! Depending on budget, there's several great options in the Northern Kentucky & Cincinnati area. With my ideas, you can act like a tourist in your own town, and make it *feel* like you're on a travel adventure- even if you're in your own backyard. Some…
While this is not about traveling to far off destinations, it's about incorporating that love into your big day! Here are the details of our travel theme wedding in Cincinnati! I've always been a big "theme" lover. Our baby has a travel theme nursery, and my sisters threw me a travel theme baby shower. I even turned our home decor into one giant travel theme too! It's just how I am- love it or hate…
A historic town with romantic branches shading its city squares, while they drip haunting Spanish moss... how could you not be captivated? With limited time, here's how to spend one day in Savannah, Georgia: Reminiscent of nearby Charleston, its historic district is renowned for its photogenic beauty. Stroll around in that humid, salty air and you can’t help but take things slow. Walk with purpose- admire its grand homes and architecture! 🌴 Some links in…
Swimming in the Dead Sea (in Jordan) is a bucket list experience for many. Here are ten tips to help you have a salty and sweet experience! With a salt concentration of 34% (8.6 times saltier than ocean water!), this is a truly unique experience! The Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth, not just in the Middle East. Despite this, it can still be a high point of your travels! Some links in…
Do you live happily in the Cincinnati area, but just want to break free? 🎉 Are you a Northern Kentuckian who wants something to do besides playing corn-hole, or seeing people you went to grade-school with? 🏫 Are you tired of hearing the only fun things to do involve chili, sports, or a park? 🌭 If the above applies, this is for you! Read my list of day trips from Cincinnati, all within a one…
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest point, is a bucket list item for many. Ascending that blue and white peak hovering over the African savanna is a goal many aspire to- but it's not always easy. The Niemers are an adventurous husband and wife duo who decided to take on the challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. It wasn't for me, but my friend Christina and her husband Greaham were up for the challenge! They let me…
If you're visiting the Great Smoky Mountains or Gatlinburg area, going on a hike is THE main attraction! These are (in my opinion) the best hikes in the Smokies: Having visited nearby Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg on many separate occasions, these are the hikes that stand out to me most over the years. Check the park website for trail conditions and closures before setting out. Map with my favorite Smoky Mountain hikes pinned: Some links…
Living just a few hours from the Great Smoky Mountains, I’ve visited Gatlinburg, Tennessee at least twenty times. Thinking back on all these ventures, here are my top Gatlinburg top things to do! These may all fit into one Gatlinburg trip, or you can spread them out! There’s a little something for everyone and every occasion! 🐻⛰️🥾 Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of…
