This was my second year going to Havasupai and I learned a lot after my first trip and made some changes. Deciding what to bring and what to leave at home for your upcoming backpacking trip can make the difference between a heavy pack and a lighter load. Here you will find a packing list for Havasupai to make sure you don’t forget any of the key items. The most important thing to do before you head to Havasupai is…
For the second year in a row, my trip to Havasupai included a trek down to the confluence of the Havasu Creek and the Colorado River. And for the second year, hiking to the Confluence at Havasupai was the most dramatic part of my backpacking trip. Let me start off right away by saying I’m just sharing my experience and not looking for anything other than that… My first time hiking to the Confluence at Havasupai last year my girl…
The Icefields Parkway in Canada connects Lake Louise in Banff National Park to Jasper. The drive is incredibly scenic. If you drive straight through without stopping, it would take approximately 3 hours. But unless you drive this route regularly, there is no way you won’t want to pull over at some of the scenic viewpoints. In fact, it is so beautiful that you might get worn out with all the stops, so it is best to prioritize where to stop…
Looking for something fun to do in Bentonville Arkansas? This vibrant and growing city offers a variety of activities for everyone. Art lovers will enjoy the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, while nature enthusiasts can go mountain biking or hiking on the trails that begin right in the heart of the city. There is also plenty to do in downtown Bentonville, from shopping to dining to exploring the history of this charming town. No matter what your interests are,…
Neither words nor pictures could possibly describe the beauty of New Zealand. And while I thought that the North Island was incredibly cool, I can see why some people only ever make it to the South Island of New Zealand. It was incredible and the country really has something for everyone. While we chose to go on more adventurous hiking in most of our destinations, there were plenty of short walks and stunning sights to be seen from the comfort…
As much as I love traveling, I had never gone on an international solo vacation before. However, because my company closes the week between Christmas and New Years most years and because Austin is a busy surgery resident who is unable to take any time off during that week, I took my first solo international vacation to visit Sweden at the end December 2019/beginning of January 2020. My intent was to hopefully see the northern lights. In this post I…
If you’re like me, Thailand has been on the top of my bucket list for a long time. The pandemic put a lot of those bucket list trips on hold. However, I was stoked to see that Thailand re-opened to visitors in the second half of 2021 which was perfect timing for the warm-weather vacation I needed. As Austin (my husband) is still in surgery training, we are limited on the duration of our vacations so we set out to…
Are you looking for an epic 10 day Portugal itinerary? This blog post has everything you need to know about planning a trip to Portugal. We’ll start by exploring Lisbon, one of the most beautiful cities in Portugal. Then we’ll move on to Porto, the country’s second-largest city. From there, we’ll head to the Algarve region for some coastal fun and explore Lagos, a charming town with plenty of history. Finally, we’ll wrap up our trip in Madeira, a picturesque…
If you’re anything like me, you probably associate Idaho with potatoes. But in reality, there is so much more to the state. It is absolutely packed with hidden gems. Southern Idaho is around 2 hours from Salt Lake City, Utah, making it a great place to visit to explore the outdoors without having to drive too far. There are so many things to do in Southern Idaho and Twin Falls is a great home base for your activities. We have…
Headed to the American Southwest? You are in luck. In my opinion, this is some of the most stunning scenery in all of the United States. In this post, we will cover how to plan your Southwest Road Trip Itinerary according to season and available timing. Why should you trust me for help? This isn’t just a one time trip that I did and wrote up for you. Instead, I spent several years traveling south from Salt Lake City and…