I could have also titled this “How to Travel More When You Only Get a Week of Vacation Each Year (Thanks Corporate America)” Figure out what you want from travel Knowing what you like will help you choose activities that can simulate the feeling of being on a vacation. Are you looking for fun, relaxation,…
Here are my suggestions and photos after spending 2 weeks heading south from Chicago and back! Having never been to any of these cities before (besides Indianapolis), it was a great route and introduction to the American South, an area full of character and history. Cities we hit: West Lafayette (Purdue), Louisville, Nashville, Memphis, Natchez,…
San Francisco is one of the most popular cities in the U.S., so it’s no surprise that there are endless options for tourists–Fisherman’s Wharf, Alcatraz, the Pink Ladies, etc. However, when I came to SF for my most recent visit, I wanted nothing to do with the tourist attractions. I wanted to relax and enjoy…
I highly recommend spending a few days in Austin; it’s such a cool city that values its nature as well. We arrived and went straight to get brisket, an Austin BBQ staple that does not disappoint (but may clog arteries). We ate at Terry Black’s and Southside (in Elgin)–both were delicious. You can’t go to…
Our first time in Napa turned out to be a great introduction. We started at Domain Carneros, which was the perfect spot to begin. The winery is home to a massive, French-inspired chateau, which instantly impressed us. With gorgeous views of the grounds all around, we sat for a wine tasting and opted for a mix of…
Since moving to California last year, I’ve jumped at the opportunity to explore more of our new state. Ollie and I spent a sunny weekend in July checking out Malibu, Hollywood, and Venice Beach (finally utilizing our proximity to LA). Although they were all quite touristy, I still wanted to see what the hype was…
Dallas Fort Worth is a busy airport hosting a slue of connecting flights. Ollie and I had a stop there on our flight from Chicago to San Diego and missed our connection due to maintenance issues and a flight delay in the windy city. We decided to make a day out of our layover, since…
And California continues to impress. Jasna and I decided to take the scenic route back to San Diego after attending Coachella, and it doesn’t get much better than road tripping through a national park with your bestie! We had both wanted to visit Joshua Tree for quite some time, and it did not disappoint. Here’s…