25 Epic Things to Do in Queenstown, New Zealand on Your First Trip
The small resort town of Queenstown has the reputation of being the adventure capital of New Zealand — and maybe of the whole world!...
Don’t Fall for These Travel Scams on Your Next Trip
Even though the way we plan travel, the way we learn about destinations, and even the way we share and talk about our trips...
5 Epic Scenic Drives in New Zealand You Don’t Want to Miss
If you’re planning a trip to New Zealand that involves a rental car, you’ll probably get all sorts of suggestions on all the best...
Year in Review: My Top Travel Highlights and Worst Travel Mishaps of 2025
It's that time again: time to look back on the year and write my annual year in review post! This post is always fun...
The Perfect 7-Day Nova Scotia Road Trip Itinerary
If you're looking for a road trip filled with good food, cool places to stay, and very minimal time actually spent on the road…...
Edinburgh Castle vs. Palace of Holyroodhouse: Which Should You Visit?
If you’re planning a trip to Edinburgh, you might already have a long list of must-see sights and experiences. And, chances are, visiting at...
A Perfect 10 Day Finland Itinerary in Winter (Helsinki + Lapland)
If you ask me about my favorite Nordic country, I think my answer might surprise you. Because I think it's Finland! I love Finnish...
9 Festive Things to Do in Edinburgh at Christmas
Edinburgh, Scotland, might be one of my favorite cities in the world. With its long history, magical architecture, and the sound of bagpipes and...
Visiting National Parks During a Government Shutdown: Can You? Should You?
As I slowly navigated the icy road leading into Grand Canyon National Park, I found myself feeling uneasy; and it wasn't just because of...
11 Touristy Things Worth Doing in Paris (and 5 You Can Skip)
Paris is on just about every person's travel bucket list, and rightfully so; it's truly an incredible city. It's got the history, the architecture,...
10 Unique Festive Things to do in London at Christmas
London in the cold, grey depths of winter might not be everyone's idea of the perfect travel destination. But London around the holidays? Well,...
16 DOs and DON’Ts for Your First Trip to Oktoberfest in Munich
So you're heading to Oktoberfest in Munich and aren't sure what to expect… that was me not so long ago before my own first...
Stomping Grapes in the Douro Valley: A Fun Wine Harvest Tour in Portugal
Do you remember that one episode of “I Love Lucy” where Lucy is stomping grapes in a huge wooden vat (and then gets into...
10 Tips for Surviving a Summer Trip to Europe
So you're planning an epic Euro summer, perhaps heading to Tuscany or the French Riviera or the Greek Islands, or any of the great...
What to Wear on a Europe River Cruise (+ Full River Cruise Packing List)
So you've booked that dream river cruise to Europe. You've chosen your state room, purchased flights, and have already been daydreaming about the shore...
Is the Versailles Grand Masked Ball Worth It? Everything You Need to Know!
Did you know that you can dress up in Baroque costumes, stroll through the Gardens of Versailles, and then party the night away in...
The Perfect 3 Days in Helsinki Itinerary for Your First Visit
I'll come out and say it right off the top: Helsinki is one of my favorite cities in the Nordic region! This might be...