Only have one day to explore Zion National Park in southern Utah? No problem! Follow this guide to make the most of your time in Zion Canyon and experience ALL it has to offer. If I had to describe Zion in one word, it would be other-worldly. Entering Zion National Park truly feels like you're entering another world, one untouched by civilization and crafted by the gods. It emi[...]
My cousins spent their entire college years living in Utah and exploring all it has to offer, and one of them kept raving about Bryce. I finally got the chance to see it for myself, and it definitely lived up to the hype. Bryce Canyon National Park is a fantasyland of hoodoos, bizarre rock formations, and sandstone pillars. It's crazy beautiful, and somehow it's completely unique from all[...]
When I was planning my Ultimate Utah road trip, I originally didn't include Capitol Reef on my itinerary. Can you believe that? I had never heard about Capitol Reef until I took it upon myself to research the Mighty 5. And I'm so glad I did because Capitol Reef is INCREDIBLE. A lot of people just pass over this hidden gem nestled between Canyonlands and Bryce, but trust me, it is SO w[...]
If you're reading this post, then there's a good chance a visit to Canyonlands National Park is in your future. If that's true, then I am SO excited for you! Canyonlands is an enormous national park with over 330,000 acres of arches, canyons, hiking trails, dirt roads, campgrounds, and overlooks. It would take days, perhaps even weeks, to explore all Canyonlands has to offer. But don[...]
Did you know that Arches National Park has the highest concentration of natural stone arches IN THE WORLD? That's where the name came from! But that's not all, Arches has tons of fun trails and other amazing rock formations to check out. Because it's SUCH a must on any Utah road trip, I've crafted an Arches National Park Itinerary so you can make the most of your trip, even if you onl[...]
Portland Head Light There's a reason every souvenir shop is plastered with apparel and trinkets that say Maine: the way life should be. Located in New England, Portland is the perfect destination for a long weekend getaway. I visited over Labor Day weekend, and it was definitely the best Labor Day I've ever had! So now I'm here to share my itinerary for a long weekend in Portlan[...]
Have you ever dreamt of heading up north to visit the coast of Maine? If you have your sights set on iconic lighthouses, rocky shorelines, towering pines, and steaming, buttery lobster around ever corner, then my 3 day itinerary for Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor should really suit your fancy! Mount Desert Island is the quintessential picture of Maine as it homes the adorably[...]
Formerly a hidden gem, Bar Harbor has become a hot spot in recent years. It's easy to see why, with an adorable shopping district downtown, tons of great restaurants, and it's just minutes away from the beautiful Acadia National Park. Lucky for you, I've crafted the ultimate Bar Harbor itinerary for one perfect day in this quaint New England town. Things to do in Bar Harbor,[...]
Swimming pools. Backyard barbecues. Days at the beach. Popsicles and ice cream galore. These are all signs of everyone's favorite season: SUMMER. You know what else is an indicator for the best time of year? Sunflower fields! And I've collected all the best tips for your upcoming visit to a field full of sunshine. Why visit a sunflower field? Do I really need to answer this[...]
City Hall Are planning a trip to the capital of Spain and wondering: What in the world can I do in Madrid in two days? If only someone could provide me with a detailed weekend itinerary! Well look no further, your Madrid guru is here. Madrid has the third-largest population of all the cities in Europe - woah - so there is SO much to do in this bustling metropolis during your shor[...]
