25 Wonderful Weekend Getaways from Seattle, Washington
Seattle is one of my favorite cities – I loved living there when I did (2013-2017), and I love traveling there now that I've moved away (I just celebrated my 35th birthday in Seattle!). But I also love escaping the city to enjoy some of the many Seattle weekend getaways around the Pacific Northwest...
How to Plan an Epic Eastern Cascades Road Trip from Seattle
When you live in or travel to Western Washington, that's pretty much the only area you spend your time. There's definitely opinions about different parts of the Evergreen State, and those who call the Puget Sound or Olympic Peninsula home don't typically cross the imposing barrier of the Cascade Mountains for much – or for long...
The Ultimate Pacific Coast Road Trip Itinerary (California & the PNW)
The Pacific Coast Highway is arguably one of the most famous drives in the entire world. Stretching from Washington to California, the Pacific Coast is picturesque, with cliffs, sea stacks, gorgeous urban spaces, and the raging ocean. Making a Pacific Coast Highway road trip is a popular bucket list experience – for good reason...
A Perfect Death Valley National Park Itinerary: 2 or 3 Days Below Sea Level
Can we all agree that our National Parks are really, really great? I mean, if you love National Parks, you already know the story of how they were established, the mission they serve, and have probably visited a few (or many) for yourself. One of my favorite parts about National Parks is how each park is different than the rest – in fact, the National Park Service is very conscientious about having a diverse collection of natural wonders in the locations that earn the coveted title of "National Park"...
How to Visit the Anchorage Market:
A Local’s Guide (2022)Once called the Anchorage Saturday Market, the "Anchorage Market & Festival" is a weekly open-air market and beloved institution for Anchorage locals and visitors alike. Each weekend, vendors from around the state set up their stalls to sell their wares, which range from wild to wonderful...
How to Make the Most of One Day in Death Valley National Park
When something has "death" in the name, it's not exactly inspiring, right? Actually, no! Two of the most famous places with names like this – the Dead Sea and Death Valley – are actually two of my favorite places to visit. Both have a stark natural beauty that reminds me how fascinating our planet is...
40 Before 40: Goals to Accomplish Before My 40th Birthday
For my 35th birthday, here's an update to my 40 Before 40 project – the 40 goals I set on my 30th birthday and hope to accomplish by my 40th. This update includes goals I accomplished in the past year and my plans for the second half of this project...
How to Plan the Perfect 5 Day Alaska Itinerary (2 Ways!)
To me, Alaska is chilly mornings with a bite of snow in the air, even in the summer months. It's the smell of birch and spruce trees growing like mad during the long days of the Midnight Sun. If you're planning a 5 day Alaska itinerary for an upcoming trip, you've come to a great place...
10 Away Travel Alternatives to Save Money & Still Look Good
When it's time to buy new luggage, get ready to be totally overwhelmed. There are so many choices for luggage out there – colors, sizes, styles, features... it's almost like buying a new car! And it's almost as important as buying a new car since if your luggage doesn't hold up well or protect your belongings, you're likely going to be really frustrated. Enter: Away Travel...
