Be Kind to Our Planet When Traveling: Is It Too Much to Ask?
I've written before about sustainable tourism and why we should care about traveling more responsibly. But I realize that it's one thing to read...
The Stunning Subway Stations of Stockholm
If you're going to Stockholm, be sure to set aside some time to spend underground. This may seem like strange advice, especially in a...
Norway in a Nutshell: What Is It, and Should You Do It?
Even before my love affair with Norway officially began in 2015, I had heard of the famous “Norway in a Nutshell” tour. It's so...
6 Reasons to Add the Faroe Islands to Your Bucket List
When you travel the world for a living, the reality is that sometimes destinations start to blur into one another. Big cities start to...
The Secret of Sommarøy
I know as soon as I drive over the bridge (a one-way bridge, mind you, that curves high over the ocean below) that there's...
Feeding My Inner Knowledge Nerd with Skillshare
I'm gonna be straight with you guys: I'm kind of a big nerd. And not just the kind of nerd who loves Harry Potter...
5 Reasons You Didn’t Know You Need to Go to Indianapolis
When you hear “Indianapolis,” what immediately comes to mind? Most likely you first think of the Indianapolis 500 – the famous automobile race that's...
21 Photos That Will Make You Want to Plan a Trip to Oregon Right Now
Growing up, hearing “Oregon” only really made me think of one thing – and that thing involved pixelated graphics, oxen, and people in my...
How to Spend 2 Days in Cincinnati, Ohio: A Guide to the Queen City
It's a conversation I often have when I'm traveling: the “so where are you from?” conversation. And, weirdly, when I tell people that I'm...
A Ridge Called Misery: Hiking the Misery Ridge Trail in Smith Rock State Park in Oregon
The original plan had been this: Wake up early, make the drive to Smith Rock State Park before the clouds were due to roll...
Epic Road Trips to Add to Your Travel Bucket List
I've said it many times before, but I'll say it again: road tripping is, in my opinion, the very best way to truly experience...
11 Tips to Help Make Your First Solo Trip Great
Traveling is an experience that's often fun to share with a partner, a group of friends, or your entire family. But, for Americans especially, planning...
Universal Orlando: Which of its Three Theme Parks Should You Visit?
I'll admit it: I'm a total Universal Orlando fangirl. Some people are enamored with Disney, but for me it's all about Universal. I've visited Universal's...
8+ Fun Things to Do in Butler County, Ohio Everyone Can Enjoy
The United States is a really big place. With 50 states and more than 320 million people, this country of mine is perhaps one...
What to Pack for an Overland Trip in Africa
In case you aren't familiar with the concept of “overlanding,” it's basically traveling through an area over land, usually in a large purpose-built vehicle....
Travel Checklist: 12 Things to Do Before Going on an International Trip
Even though many people consider travel to be a “getaway” from routine and a person's normal life, the truth is that traveling isn't always...
3 Reasons Why Buying a CityPASS in Chicago is Worth It
Chicago is one of my favorite cities to visit in the US. It has great architecture, tasty food, and lots of things to see...