8 of the Best Ancient Sites to See in Egypt
Even though Egypt has some exciting large cities and an interesting contemporary culture, I won't lie: the main reason I wanted to visit was...
8+ Great Things to Do in St. George, Utah (That Aren’t Zion National Park)
I'll be honest with you: I only knew two things about St. George, Utah, prior to this year. For one, I knew it had...
My Top 10 Travel Highlights of 2017
This past year was one of huge changes in the non-travel aspects of my life. First, Elliot and I bought a condo. Then we...
My 5 Favorite Beaches in the Seychelles
Even though my last post about the Seychelles listed a bunch of the non-beach reasons why you should visit this island nation, the truth...
7 Things That Surprised Me About Traveling in Egypt (and One That Didn’t)
Ever since I was a little kid, I've dreamt about traveling to Egypt. The ancient Egypt sections of my history classes were always my...
7 Reasons to Add the Seychelles to Your Bucket List
When you think of an exotic beach destination, what do you picture? Over-water bungalows in Bora Bora? Longtail boats in the Thai Islands? Sea...
Tours Worth Paying for in Iceland (and When to Save Your Money)
There's no ignoring the fact that Iceland has become an “it” destination for travelers. It's got amazing landscapes, a cool culture, and a wealth...
6 Reasons You Should Definitely Visit South Dakota
When it comes to the United States, there are definitely certain states that get all the love. Everyone wants to visit California and New...
New Zealand Fjord Smackdown: Milford Sound vs Doubtful Sound
When it comes to must-dos on New Zealand's South Island, there's one question that many travelers inevitably ask: Should I go to Milford Sound...
12 Crazy But Cool Things You Can See in Iceland
Iceland is known as the Land of Fire and Ice, due to the fact that it's been shaped and carved by both volcanoes AND...
A Romantic Getaway to the Finger Lakes
Going away for a honeymoon after getting married is a tradition that dates back hundreds of years. Today, a honeymoon is traditionally taken to...
Which of Portland’s Top Attractions Are Actually Worth It?
Among travelers, Portland, Oregon, is usually a must-visit in the Pacific Northwest. Oregon's largest city is known for its funky culture of food trucks,...
2 Days in Yellowstone National Park: What to See and Do on Your First Yellowstone Trip!
No matter where in the world you call home, chances are you've heard of Yellowstone National Park. This 3500-square-mile park is usually regarded as...
Easy Ways to Use Less Plastic on Your Travels
I've written before about sustainable travel and why it's important to start thinking more seriously about how we affect the world as we roam....
Montana: More Than Just its National Parks
What do you picture when you think of Montana? Maybe dude ranches? Or big skies? Or maybe Yellowstone and Glacier national parks? For most...
An Introduction to Stockholm: A First-Time Visitor’s Guide
As the largest city in Scandinavia, Stockholm, Sweden, has always been on my radar. And yet, despite multiple trips to the region (mostly to...
Road Tripping Around Norway’s OTHER Northern Islands
When most people hear “islands” and “Northern Norway” in the same sentence, chances are visions of the now-famous Lofoten Islands are likely to pop...