Adventure Travel
Visiting the Moonscape of Lake Abbe
Lake Abbe is an active thermal area and hot springs fracture the earth. The only practical way of visiting the area is with a driver and a guide in a 4WD.
Africa
Adventure Travel
What to Expect When Visiting Djibouti City, Djibouti
Located in the Horn of Africa, the little country of Djibouti has some dubious neighbors: Ethiopia, Somalia, and Eritrea by land and Yemen and Saudi Arabia by sea. Djibouti City is the perfect place to convene for land excursions to Lake Assal or Lake Abbe or sea adventures to dive with whale sharks, deep dive, or snorkel.
Safaris
Comparing African Safaris & Tips You Can’t Miss!
You don’t have to blow your budget to explore Africa’s wild side. There are many camps and packages offered to get you the safari experience you want.
Safaris
Exploring City & Country in Cape Town
For our honeymoon, we headed to South Africa and had the time of our lives! We hit city spots as well as wine vineyards and saw the “Big 5” on safari. Here are a few photos from around Cape Town.
Asia
Food Adventures
10 Reasons Why Osaka Is A Food Lovers Paradise
Osaka is truly a foodie city. In fact, it is called ‘Japan’s kitchen’ and the term kuidaore or “eat until you drop” is used to describe the food culture here. Here are the 7 street food dishes you must try in Osaka.
Eastern Europe
12 Must See Places in Tbilisi, Georgia
Strolling through Old Tbilisi’s cobblestone streets and admiring the city’s beautiful homes and colorful wooden verandas is wonderful. However, there is so much more to explore in Tbilisi than just the Old Town! One of the best things is that every spot mentioned in this post is totally walkable! Here are the best things to see when you’re exploring Tbilisi.
Airbnb
The Coolest Airbnbs You’ll Find In Tbilisi, Georgia
Renting an Airbnb is one of my favorite ways to get to know a country because you stay where locals actually live! Here are the best Airbnbs in Tbilisi.
Japanese Hot Springs
Hot Springs Hotels in Japan: Stay in a Japanese Ryokan
Ryokan offer more than just a place to stay for the night – they are a truly unique experience and provide a glimpse into traditional Japanese lifestyle and culture. Our ryokan stays were the most memorable experiences of our trip (maybe even top five of all our travels!) and I highly recommend spending a night or two in one while you’re in Japan. Luckily, these traditional Japanese inns can be found all over the country. And while they can be more expensive than chain hotels, it is possible to find budget-friendly ryokan as well.
Australia & New Zealand
The Luge at Skyline Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand is one of the most perfect small, touristy towns. You can’t help but catch that adventure vibe. While others might be jumping off bridges and skydiving, if you’re not as daring, I recommend the Luge at Skyline Queenstown.
Europe
Beaches
Top 5 Things to Explore Around Sarandë, Albania
Sarandë, Albania is located directly opposite the Greek island of Corfu and is the “capital of the Albanian Riviera.”
Northern Europe
Grindadráp in the Faroe Islands: A Controversial Opinion
Scientists determined that pilot whales are a non-threatened species and the grindadráp is sustainable & humane. Why are animal rights groups still protesting in the Faroe Islands?
Food Adventures
Where to Eat in the Faroe Islands | The Faroe Islands’ Best Meals
While Drew and I were in the Faroe Islands, we met Ólavur, a retired school teacher, who invited us to join him for a tour of some of Faroe’s fjords on his fishing boat. After about an hour on the water, he surprised us with a dinner on a 100-year-old sailboat with his best friends. Ólavur’s friend Dorias was a wonderful chef and plate after plate appeared with beautifully prepared carrots and potatoes, brown gravy, cranberry sauce, currant jam, and the main course—oven-roasted pilot whale steak stuffed with bacon.
Beaches
The Best Bites in the Faroe Islands
After years of dreaming over other travelers’ adventures throughout the Faroe Islands, I finally got to experience this otherworldly archipelago myself! After a whirlwind couple of days in Copenhagen, we took the quick flight out to the Faroes. Here are the best bites we had while we hiked and explored the islands.
North America
Beaches
Traveling to O’ahu, Hawaii During COVID-19: What You Need to Know Before You Go
Here’s everything you should expect when traveling to O’ahu during COVID-19.
ancient ruins
30 Photos That Will Inspire You To Visit Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula
Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula is a magical place for its culture, food, and unlimited natural wonders. Here are 30 photos to inspire your visit!
National Parks
New England Road Trip: Best Places to Visit Along Maine’s Route 1
With its rugged coastline, plentiful outdoor activities, and — duh — lobster rolls — I think you’ll fall in love with Maine just like I have. If you’re planning a coastal Maine road trip, you’ll want to add these stops along Maine’s Route 1 to your itinerary.
hikes with kids
12 Easy Hikes in Yellowstone National Park [With Map]
If you’re visiting Yellowstone and want a hike that is less challenging or shorter — these 12 hikes are for you! Most of these hikes are on the shorter side, but a few are longer. In addition, the hikes I’ve included are all relatively flat, lead somewhere pretty, and have easy to follow trails.
