Bourbon Street made me do it. Get ready for round-the-clock nightlife, spicy Cajun food, and a whole lot of nudity. New Orleans is a must see for everyone, it really is a world of it’s own. It’s own personal history, its own culinary staples, and even it’s own rules (or so it seems). If it’s your first … Read more
Strap on your hiking boots and your sense of adventure and head to Heber Valley this Summer. Known as a beautiful mountain town with plenty of outdoor activities and outstanding scenery to offer, Heber Valley is often referred to as Utah’s Little Switzerland (and no need for a passport of course). With the snow melting and … Read more
Most of my favorite hikes involve doing something a little crazy, so I knew I had to add hiking Angels Landing to my list. For only hiking 6 miles, Angels Landing packs a punch when it comes to views AND exposure. Most people have heard about Angels Landing by now, the hike is one of … Read more
I have to admit that before visiting Austin, I didn’t know much about it. And now that I do, I wish I had more than 2 days in Austin. My brother visited Austin a few times over the years and assured me I would fall in love with it… and I did. Why is Austin … Read more
From beautiful beaches to sky high mountains, Maui has a lot to offer. If you are only blessed with 3 days in Maui, you may be wondering where to start. Here is my complete 3 day itinerary for Maui (tried and tested): Day 1: BEACHES Start off by checking into your hotel and renting … Read more
While visiting Maui, one of the top things to do is to see the sunrise on Haleakala. Haleakala stands at 10,000 feet above sea level, which allows you to watch the sun rise over the tops of clouds. In order to see the sunrise on Haleakala, you will have to wake up pretty early in the … Read more
When planning a trip to Hawaii, the first question is always “which Hawaiian Island should I visit?” And while it depends on personal preference and someone’s personality, I will always recommend Kauai, because Kauai is my favorite Hawaiian Island. Although most people think of Oahu first because of it’s capital Honolulu, and then Maui second … Read more
Hiking the Haiku Stairs (or the Stairway To Heaven more appropriately) was the number 1 hike on my bucket list. The Background The Haiku Stairs are located in Oahu, Hawaii and hiking the Haiku Stairs is technically illegal. After doing some research on Alltrails, I realized that although hiking the Haiku Stairs is illegal, plenty of people … Read more
Enormous and shapely red mesas protruding out of the sandy desert with one long, flat stretch of road in between. You’ve seen the pictures a million times. Monument Valley is the American West, as portrayed in endless movies and photographs over the decades. So why else should you visit Monument Valley? Let’s take a … Read more
Monument Valley provides one of the most symbolic images of the American West, and while most people only know Monument Valley by road, those who know better go to Monument Valley for the sunrise. And to get the best view of the sunrise, you have to be staying at The View Hotel. The Location The View Hotel is the only … Read more
Even those limited to a quick visit find it easy to fall under the beguiling spells of Old San Juan’s cobblestone streets, pastel-painted colonial buildings and grand fortresses. -Nate Cavalieri San Juan is one of the most desirable destinations for US tourists: beautiful beaches, charming historical neighborhoods, and no passport needed! If you … Read more
After strolling around Old San Juan in search of a bar that sparked our interest, we arrived at La Factoria. La Factoria looks like any hole in the wall bar from the outside, but don’t be fooled. Once we arrived, I was served one of the best cocktails (dare I say THE best) I’ve ever … Read more
Set against an astounding Rocky Mountain backdrop, Denver is a beautiful place to visit. However, Denver ranks so high on our list because of the places that surround it on the map – the rugged and exciting Denver day trips. Here are 7 particular places that we recommend visiting during your stay in Denver.. Denver Day Trip #1: … Read more
Want to visit North Dakota? There is no better time than right now! Summer is the perfect time to visit North Dakota, with pleasurable weather and no shortage of outdoor activities to immerse yourself in. Check out our to do list for this summer below: 1. To Take a Guided Mountain Bike Tour on Maah … Read more
“Because in the end, you won’t remember the time you spent working in the office or mowing your lawn. Climb that goddamn mountain.” -Jack Kerouac About an hour and a half from Denver, you can find 415 square miles of sprawling snow capped mountains and easy access back country trails at Rocky Mountain National Park. … Read more
I’m going to go ahead and admit that I barely wear jewelry. It’s not because I don’t like it, it’s because I usually spend way too much money on something that I just break, lose, or is too fancy to wear again (and let’s face it, I spend most of my cash on travel). … Read more
Along the Montana-Wyoming border you’ll find a steep winding highway that will take you on a journey among the snow capped Rockys. Beartooth Highway was named the most beautiful drive in America, where you can cruise among some of the most daring landscapes for free. It is also one of the highest and most rugged areas in the continental … Read more
People who love to eat are always the best people. -Julia Child When people think about food in Philly, they usually only think about cheesesteaks… or Philadelphia cream cheese if they’re European. This is really disappointing since Philly restaurants have a lot more to offer than just boring old cheesesteaks. SO…here is a list of … Read more
The Rooms The Sofia Hotel gets my vote for the comfiest bed I’ve slept in this year. The Good: For a historic hotel, no detail of the Sofia has been spared. The rooms are beautifully decorated with mood lighting, luxurious bed linens and intricate bath amenities. Did I mention how comfortable the bed is? … Read more
The first thing you notice is the wake — a luminous, emerald path of foam lingering below the stern. About 45 minutes from the El Yunque National Rainforest, you can find the small town of Fajardo, which is home to one of the few Bioluminescent Lagoons in the world. Fajardo is known for it’s … Read more