The beach at Tulum, a stop on your Yucatan itinerary.

A Yucatan Peninsula Itinerary

This post was most recently updated on May 30th, 2019.   Located at the southern point of Mexico, the Yucatan Peninsula is well known as the heart of Mayan civilisation. With fabulous ruins dotting the entirety of this area it is a fantastic gateway into one of history’s most well-known societies. Not only is it home to many ruins, but there […]

Tree Swing along the Koh Lipe Sunrise beach.

Reasons to Visit Koh Lipe, Thailand

This post was most recently updated on May 29th, 2022.   Okay, I’m sure you don’t need much convincing to go to a place that is practically paradise on Earth. However, when it comes to choosing a place to relax on a beach in Thailand, it can be so challenging to narrow down your options.  If I told you Koh Lipe […]

Cleveland sign with the city skyline in the background on a snowy day, to see on your weekend in Cleveland.

Cleveland Weekend Getaway

This post was most recently updated on May 20th, 2022.   So why should you spend a weekend in Cleveland, OH, or as we affectionately call it, “The Land”?  I can think of a few reasons. First of all, do you like nice people? Yea, we got those. How about traffic?  It barely exists here. What about amazing beer and food? […]

Two women overlooking the gold badlands peaks on a day trip to Death Valley.

25 Intriguing Facts About Death Valley

This post was most recently updated on May 27th, 2022.   When I was a kid, I have to tell you, the idea of going to Death Valley scared me a little bit.   We all heard the stories. But perhaps in my case, these stories were exacerbated by the fact that my dad loved a good western movie.  I grew up […]

Yellowstone Trip Planner – Planning a Yellowstone Itinerary

This post was most recently updated on May 27th, 2022.  What’s the first thing you think of when you hear mention of Yellowstone National Park?  For me, it’s Yogi Bear – Yabba Dabba Doo folks! You might be aware that the fictional Jellystone Park, Yogi’s home, is a variant of the real Yellowstone National Park.    If Yogi Bear is not the […]

Ornate architecture in Madrid.

Madrid for Art Lovers – A 3-Day Madrid Itinerary

This post was most recently updated on May 10th, 2019.   Madrid, Spain’s capital, is an art-lovers paradise. The Prado, the Thyssen-Bornemisza, and the Sophia Reina make up Madrid’s Golden Triangle of major art museums. Even outside of these museums, art is everywhere. Sculptures grace parks throughout the city; beautiful artifacts fill the former homes of historical figures, and ornate buildings […]

An overhead view of Kildare town, as seen from the round tower.

Things to Do in Kildare – Ireland’s Favorite Day Trip

   – Kildare is not a name that comes to mind for many people when planning their Ireland itinerary, and it is not one of those Irish cities that everyone has heard about. Kildare town is actually a village of less than 10,000 people, yet it touts itself as Ireland’s #1 day trip! Although Irish people welcome tourist, apparently they […]

Dunluce Castle, on the Causeway Coast.

Exploring the Causeway Coastal Route

   Ireland’s North Coast is a place of stunning beauty. Rugged coastlines and cliff tops fall away into the emerald green Atlantic Ocean.  The Causeway Coastal Route runs from Belfast to Londonderry and is around 190 kilometres in length.  The route winds around the northern coastline, often referred to as the Antrim Coast, and incorporates just as much of the […]

View from Bumpass Hell on our Lassen Volcanic National Park trip planner.

Visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park

This post was most recently updated on May 25th, 2022.  Lassen Volcanic National Park is a hidden gem of the National Parks system. Within its 106,000 acres are some diverse landscapes, from towering volcanic mountain peaks to hydrothermal areas. I found Lassen on a list of lesser visited locations that you shouldn’t miss. They couldn’t have been more correct!  If you […]

Waterfalls along the road to Hana, part of our 5 day Maui itinerary.

Maui Itinerary – A Fabulous 5 Days in Maui!

This post was most recently updated on May 30th, 2022.  It’s no secret that Maui is by far one of the most beautiful and breathtaking islands on earth. From pristine, white sand beaches, exotic wildlife, jaw-dropping scenic hikes and more! This island truly has it all. I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to visit this one-of-a-kind island twice in my life and […]

View of the bay from Port Villa, Vanuatu.

Planning A Vanuatu Holiday

This post was most recently updated on April 7th, 2019.   When I was a child, I would run my fingers over the vast mysterious blue expanse of the Pacific Ocean. I would marvel at how it covered half the globe. I dared to dream I could venture to the tiny green spots one day.  Now I know that 83 of […]

Boats along thr island coasts in Krabi, Thailand.

Krabi Trip Planner – Planning Your Krabi Itinerary

This post was most recently updated on November 10th, 2019.   Does that 9 to 5 have you beat? Are you ready for a tropical vacation filled with adventure and lots of sunshine? Krabi, Thailand is the place to be! This gorgeous city is the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Drinking cocktails on a beach, hiking […]