I didn’t find a ton of information while putting together my itinerary for Montenegro, but I did read one article where someone mentioned that Durmitor National Park was the prettiest place there. After a quick search on Google, I realized that this park would have to be added onto my trip. Most people stick to … Read more
You’re probably just one Google Image search away from throwing together your first Montenegro itinerary. I didn’t even know exactly where Montenegro was located when I noticed a cheap flight to Tirat on Skyscanner. After a quick Google session, Montenegro seemed like one of the prettiest places I’ve never seen.. and never heard of. This country … Read more
I was inspired recently, and not in the usual way. A friend of someone I was dating referred to me (jokingly) as a prostitute. This was because he couldn’t think of any possible way that I could be traveling so often without being a prostitute. Because all girls with travel Instagrams have to be prostitutes … Read more
I was one of the last visitors on Boracay before the Boracay shut down. While planning my 10 day itinerary for the Philippines, I narrowed down my destinations to El Nido, Palawan, Cebu, and Boracay. I was iffy on choosing Boracay because it gets such a bad rap for being “dirty” and “touristy” online. However, … Read more
On one particularly random morning, my roommate and I decided to wake up and head to South Lake Tahoe, without knowing anything about the area or what we were going to do. Luckily, we had around an 8 hour drive ahead of us to do some research. So, if you’re looking for things to do in South … Read more
Anza Borrego is kind of like Joshua Tree’s lost cousin. It’s whopping 600,000 acres of desert is covered with wonderfully weird landscapes like Joshua Tree, but it’s still commonly forgotten. BUT, this is what makes Anza-Borrego so amazing to visit. It’s lack of visitors makes it perfect for that off the grid weekend that you … Read more
As I was visiting Tahoe for a limited amount of time, I decided that I should probably do the best rated hike on AllTrails, (and also Tahoe’s highest peak), which is how I ended up hiking Mount Tallac. Hiking Mount Tallac was worth all of the trudging through snow, all of the thigh burns … Read more
Once you start putting together your itinerary for spending 10 days in the Philippines, you might feel a little over your head. There are just so many things to see and do. The Philippines is made up of more than 7,000 islands after all, each with their own remarkable beaches, hidden jungles, and colorful waterfalls. … Read more
Seville is the capital of Southern Spain’s Andalusia region, adorned in colorful tiled palaces and beautiful winding alleyways. Flamenco dancers and tapas line the streets and orange trees line the plazas. A city like Seville has so much to see, it was after all named #1 on Lonely Planets places to visit in 2018. So what … Read more
The Accident It was our last day in Costa Rica and our 10 day trip had gone smoothly so far. This was a surprise due to the bad luck we’ve had on recent trips. Our last day was going perfectly. We woke up early, visited the Rio Celeste waterfall, grabbed McDonalds (a necessity for any … Read more
Cancun and Playa del Carmen used to be the “hot spots” in Mexico, that is until every Millennial started seeing their Yoga mentors and favorite artists visiting Tulum on Instagram. While Tulum’s ancient ruins and beautiful cenotes have always deserved a visit, Tulum’s Boho vibe is the reason for this town’s bump in tourism. … Read more
When I first moved to San Diego, of course I was aware that Mexico was within driving distance, but I was only really aware of Tijuana. It wasn’t until a few months in that my eyes were opened up to the beach town of Rosarito, the lobster haven of Puerto Nuevo and the wine loving … Read more
Everyone has their favorite travel websites. Some of us like Travel & Leisure, while others prefer Rick Steves. Honestly, I prefer to follow other bloggers for my travel advice, but if I had to choose a main stream travel resource, Lonely Planet would be it. Lonely Planet comes up with a suggested list … Read more
It’s crazy how many people flock to Cowles Mountain and Torrey Pines when there are so many other San Diego hikes to choose from. Between steep mountain lookouts and hidden waterfalls, San Diego has a lot more to offer than you might think. If you’re looking to expand your horizons, here are some other hiking trails to … Read more
If you’re still using Expedia or Travelocity to find the cheapest flights, you’re doing it all wrong. If I had a quarter for every time someone asked me how I afford to travel so much, I would be traveling instead of talking to them. Finding the cheapest flight possible can be time consuming, but … Read more
“You’ll love it” was the only thing people said to me when I mentioned I’d be visiting Granada, well that and “it’s cold”. It was November in Seville and I was planning on taking a Bla Bla car to Granada in two days. Well, I didn’t get there by Bla Bla Car, but that’s neither … Read more
I use Airbnb religously when I travel. I’d way rather stay in a interesting apartment or a cozy homey getaway than a hotel. Since a lot of my friends also use Airbob a ton, I assumed that everyone was comfortable using it. When I was visiting family in Pennsylvania and Florida this winter, it … Read more
Despite the last minute permit, a little car trouble, a slightly flooded tent, and forgetting the much needed gloves for hiking the cables, we still succeeded in summiting Half Dome back in September. Here’s my video from the experience (and please reach out if you have questions about doing it too!):
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5 days in Banff is enough time to reach the summit of a few snowy peaks, enough time to paddle through the blue waters of Lake Moraine, and enough time to drive on one of the most beautiful highways in the world. Banff has exploded on social media this year. In fact, I couldn’t go a … Read more
You know the drill by now, here’s a collection of quotes, random art and graffiti that I stumbled upon this year 🙂 If you liked this post, you can also check out: A Collection of Quotes on Bathroom Walls, Colorful Streets, & Other Random Places Part I and A Collection of Quotes … Read more