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…
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. Until I was 25, it was host to some of the absolute best times of my life. With…
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="2804,2805,2803"] 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…
A few years ago, I found myself living in Valencia, Spain. I slowly developed an itinerary for how best to see Valencia in 3 days for whenever anyone visited. This itinerary is perfect for first time visitors to see the best of the city in just a few days. Whenever I hosted a visitor to “my” city, this is how I split it up! My love for Valencia knows no bounds, hopefully you will love…
If you love natural beauty and active adventures, then this place is it! Less visited than nearby parks, Kanab has just as much to offer (without the huge crowds!). There are truly so many amazing things to do in Kanab, Utah! 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…
This is my Istanbul three day 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. This city is so many things in one. Constantinople of the ancient world, Istanbul is on the bridge between two continents, and this is…
A tropical paradise with delicious food and an intriguing history: Use my Puerto Rico one week itinerary to help you plan the best trip! As a US territory, visitors from the states have it easy. No passport is needed to travel. For a long weekend or full week vacation, this destination can really pack a lot in! A great spot for active or relaxing vacations, here is my Puerto Rico one week itinerary: Some links…
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…
When a traveler isn’t traveling, they’re probably thinking about traveling. That's why having travel themed house decor is always a great idea! If you’re not out exploring the world, one of the nicest things is to have a bit of travel inspiration around you at home. Here are my ideas of how to decorate your space with a travel theme! (These are all photos from my own house) Some links in this post are affiliate…
