As you've probably figured out by now, Drew and I love waterfalls and try to incorporate as many as we can into our hikes. So when we heard about the Trail of 10 Waterfalls hike located in Silver Falls State Park in Oregon, it moved to the top of our list. True to its name,... Continue Reading →
With many of the most popular trails closed in the Columbia River Gorge area due to last year's wildfires, visitors to the Portland area are unsure of where to hike. The good news is Oregon is beautiful and there are so many great, nearby places to hike where you can experience waterfalls, mountains, canyons, and... Continue Reading →
Earlier this summer, Drew and I passed through Zion National Park on our way back to Vegas following our time in Bryce Canyon and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. As you may remember, we spent a weekend hiking Angels Landing and the Narrows a few summers ago. However, we loved Zion so much that we couldn't... Continue Reading →
If you're a Harry Potter junkie like me, then visiting the Harry Potter studios in London should be on your bucket list. I tried to go when I was in London for the 2012 Olympics, but the tickets were sold out months in advance. Fortunately, I had the opportunity to travel back to London with... Continue Reading →
In May, Drew and I made a trip to Utah to visit Bryce Canyon National Park. While we were there, we planned a short morning hike in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument at one of its smaller slot canyons, Willis Creek. Willis Creek offers a 6 mile round-trip hike, but the slot canyon portion runs for... Continue Reading →
In early May, Drew and I spent a long weekend exploring southern Utah. We had previously spent time in Zion, but we were excited to check out new spots like Bryce Canyon and Grand Staircase-Escalante. Bryce Canyon doesn't require a lot of time compared to other National Parks, which was perfect for the one day... Continue Reading →
My husband, Drew, and I absolutely love waterfalls, so it only made sense that eventually we would travel to America's most beloved waterfall: Niagara Falls. Taking advantage of a long holiday weekend, we flew into Buffalo to spend a day at Niagara Falls. Fair warning: Niagara Falls is very touristy. It doesn't mean that it... Continue Reading →
If you're looking to be astounded by nature, look no further than Banff in Canada. With stunning mountains, pristine glacial-fed lakes, and amazing wildlife, you will absolutely fall in love with the region. A few summers ago, Drew and I spent a week exploring Banff, Yoho, and Jasper. Most days were spent outdoors enjoying our... Continue Reading →
On our last visit to New York City, Drew and I decided to hit a few food hot spots for treats we can't get in Atlanta. Our first stop was DŌ, Cookie Dough Confections. We heard the lines could get wicked long, so we went right at opening and didn't encounter a line at all (because... Continue Reading →
People frequently ask how I travel so much while working a 9-5 job. While it's not easy, it can be done! You just need to prioritize travel and make the most out of your vacation days. Here are the rules Drew and I abide by as we plan our annual travel schedules: Use all of... Continue Reading →
This spring, Drew and I spent a spontaneous weekend in Houston. Neither of us had ever been to Houston for leisure and the flight prices were unbeatable, so we decided to explore a new city! Houston is the 4th largest city in the United States, which meant there was plenty to see and do. Below... Continue Reading →
After looking at all of our African honeymoon adventures, have you decided to go on a trip to Africa of your own? Drew and I definitely encourage it! Below is the itinerary we followed and I hope it helps you plan your trip to Africa! Day 1: After a flight from Atlanta with a brief... Continue Reading →
While in Africa on our honeymoon, Drew and I spent four days on safari in Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe--and it was the highlight of our trip! We stayed at Little Makalolo and went on morning and evening game drives every single day. We absolutely loved the adventure and already can't wait to go on... Continue Reading →
If you don't have Victoria Falls on your bucket list, add it now. Victoria Falls is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and the falls stand taller than Iguazu and are wider than Niagara--making them an incredible sight to see! When Drew and I were planning our trip to Africa, we knew... Continue Reading →
On our first night in Zimbabwe, Drew and I went on a sunset river cruise on the Zambezi. We went on a tour with Ra-Ikane and had a great time--definitely recommend them if you're interested in a peaceful river tour while in Victoria Falls. The tour company picked us up from our hotel and dropped... Continue Reading →
