No matter how you try, part of being a tourist is browsing through trinkets and postcards at some point during a trip.  You might not mean to do it, but you’ll undoubtedly look at a snow globe or t-shirt even if you have no intention of purchasing it. We aim to only consider sustainable souvenirs when we travel and we’ve got some great ideas to help YOU find cool, low impact options to bring home. When you travel with kids, a simple stop to grab a snack can turn into an accidental window shopping experience, or worse, a conversation of “You don’t need that” or “It’s just a stuffed animal ..read more

Being an amazing winter destination, cross country skiing in Leavenworth is a must when you visit. Yes, there are tons of things to do in Leavenworth in every season, but if you’re visiting during the snow, you’re going to want to strap on a pair of skis and his the trails. You don’t LOVE cross country skiing? That’s okay, skiing in Leavenworth may just change that. Here is the full scoop on cross country skiing on the Icicle River and the Leavenworth backcountry. What to Expect When Cross Country Skiing in Leavenworth So what did we think of cross country skiing in Leavenworth and spending a ..read more

Of course we have podcast episodes about Universal Orlando! Being annual pass holders and having visited many times before we lived in Florida, we have lots of experience in the parks and staying at the many hotels around Universal. Our Universal Orlando podcast episodes dig into the tips and tricks of visiting, as well as highlight the things we love about each park. If you have ideas or requests about a podcast episode you’d be interested in hearing, either about Florida theme parks or anything else, please leave a comment or send us a note. We’re happy to record episodes to answer questions ..read more

We are so excited to share our Universal Orlando spring break plan! We’ve been going to Universal Orlando for years and always love it, but you know what? During spring break EVERYONE else goes to Unviersal too. We have tips for being able to make the most of your time during the busiest weeks at Universal Orlando, as well as tips for where to stay to get the best deals. Making a trip meet both the fun and budget requirements is tricky, so hopefully we can help you out with YOUR spring break plan. And be sure to check out our Universal Orlando podcast episodes! Have you been to Universal Orlan ..read more

There’s something about the Big Island that I just love and keeps me writing about it over and over. While you could always just show up and check into a resort, why would you when there are so many things to do on the big island, including some epic scenic drives. We’ve put together 5 beautiful scenic drives on the Big Island that you will love. Whether you’re staying in Hilo or on the Kona Coast, you can plan for each of these mini-road trips. As you plan your trip to Hawaii, you’ll see that experiencing the Big Island will include a fair amount of driving, and that’s okay. There are plenty ..read more

The Samoset Resort in Rockport is the perfect place to experience winter in Maine. From warm and welcoming rooms to s’mores in the grand lobby, it’s the kind of winter getaway we look for. And since we called ahead, we even woke up to a fresh dusting of snow one day (that was nature, I guess). Having a beautiful resort to come back to each day really made the wintery Maine days much more bearable. We’re sharing the scoop on staying at the Samoset Resort in the hotel portion of the property, as there is also a condo element to it. During the winter months the Samoset Resort is more limited, so ..read more

Visiting Maine in winter might not sound like the most amazing adventure, but wow, it’s such a different place and truly is a great destination in the off-season. Without crowds and with all the charm and beauty you’d expect, we really enjoy the vibe of coastal Maine in the cold. We’ve got a great plan for things to do in Maine in winter, including ideas for when the weather doesn’t cooperate. From Portland to Camden, the Midcoast is perfect for a winter trip to Maine. There is the ideal mix of things to do: nature, nautical, museums, beautiful hotels and great food. Winter in Maine is surpris ..read more

Welcome to Hilo, Hawaii! This Hilo Travel Guide is the go-to resource for the best things to do in Hilo, Hawaii from waterfalls to where to shop and support locally. We’ve got where to eat in Hilo, tour recommendations and what to add to your Hilo itinerary. From the beaches to the famous farmers market, you’re going to love you’re time in this cool, beautiful (and small) city. Many people are coming to Hilo so they can have a home base while visiting Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, but it’s also a wonderful place to stay while you explore the Hamakua Coast of the Big Island. We partnered with ..read more

Hiking in National Parks can be epic, but have you ever just enjoyed the drive? We’ve picked out favorite Scenic Drives in National Parks that make getting the park experience easy and relaxing from your vehicle. I’ll be honest, there are times when we’re on a big road trip and we don’t have time to spend several days or even stop for a short hike, so enjoying the scenic drives in National Parks is all we get. And we fully appreciate them. In addition to the beautiful drives through National Parks, we’ve included a few epic roads through state parks or national forests, because beauty is beaut ..read more

You know how we’re completely enamored with the beauty and wonder of Hawaii? Well, we have recorded a series of Hawaii podcast episodes to capture the sights, tips and things we just love about exploring the Hawaiian Islands. We’ll be adding to these as we’re able to, including exciting episodes from our friends in the islands. In addition to our Hawaii podcast episodes, we have lots of articles all about travel in the Hawaiian Islands. Check out our Hawaii archives for even more ideas for planning an awesome trip! SUBSCRIBE VIA ITUNES — LISTEN ON PANDORA GET IT ON GOOGLE PODCASTS ..read more