Trip planning is where the magic happens and your vacation comes together into a cohesive plan for an epic adventure. But it can be overwhelming so I’ve gathered all my best tips, tricks, and advice for planning your vacation.
Are you planning a trip to Lake Como in Italy but are unsure how to get there? Follow in our travel friend Taylor Clabaugh’s footsteps as she shows you how to get to Bellagio from Milan. Bellagio is just one of the many beautiful towns on Lake Como, but no matter where you’re going on…
So, you’ve made it to South Carolina’s capital city for work or leisure, and now you want to go to the beach. But what’s the closest beach to Columbia, SC? That depends what kind of beach you’re looking for. Columbia is in the middle of the state, so the ocean is a bit of a…
Looking for romantic things to do in Charlotte, North Carolina? You’re in luck because the Queen City is brimming with fun things to do together as a couple! Don your most charming smiles and your fancy or comfortable clothing, depending on your intended activity, and embark on a journey to get out of your date…
Did you know that you can explore the beauty of underwater Hawaii without getting wet? Hop on a submarine tour from Lahaina on Maui’s west coast, and see coral reefs and all their marine life up close! Today, we’re comparing the two best Maui submarine tours: Atlantis and Reef Dancer. Both offer unique underwater experiences…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is America’s most popular national park, several times over. It sees as many visitors as the next 3 most visited national parks combined. It’s hard to beat free entry, frequent elk and black bear sightings, amazing fall color, hiking and waterfalls galore, and the third highest peak east of the…
If you’re looking for an easy weekend getaway that offers a combination of beautiful natural landscapes and fun-filled outdoor activities, Indiana Dunes is the place to be. Located along the southern shore of Lake Michigan, this 15,000-acre national park boasts towering sand dunes, inviting beaches, lush forests, and diverse wildlife. Despite its size, it’s even…
The legendary Road to Hana road trip has a not-so-secret twin: the Back Road to Hana. But these are fraternal twins, not identical twins. They offer two very different experiences. Rumors abound about the Back Road to Hana. Is it dangerous? Is it closed? Is it even possible? Do you need a 4WD vehicle? In…
Is there a ferry from Honolulu to Maui? Well, there used to be, but that was almost 20 years ago. We ran into a lot of outdated info when we were planning our Hawaii trip, so let’s clear this up. Oahu and Maui are only 100 miles apart, but there is no ferry service linking…
Hawaii is unlike any other place on Earth. The isolated volcanic islands have been building up and breaking down for millennia, creating some of the planet’s most unusual landscapes. Where else can you hike volcanoes, drink pineapple wine, and enjoy a pristine beach all in one day? Perhaps you want something more out of your…
Are you planning a trip to the beautiful island of Maui and trying to decide between a Haleakala sunrise vs sunset? Both events feature spectacular displays of color from an unrivaled vantage point atop a volcanic crater. It’s hard to get more epic than that! But there are some key differences in the experiences that…
