Iceland Kid Friendly Ring Road Trip

We had the best time with our almost 2 year old on this bucket list road trip through Iceland. This post contains all the stops we made on our 10 day adventure along the entire Ring Road. From whale watching to waterfalls to bounce pads it was the perfect trip to enjoy with kids!

Biking Going-to-the-Sun Road

Biking Going-to-the-Sun Road – Glacier National Park

Going-to-the-Sun road - the famous, insanely picturesque, 51 mile, 2-lane, road that cuts directly through Glacier National Park, is best experienced on bike. Unrestricted to car window views, biking allows you to be completely surrounded by the grandeur of the mountain peaks. This blog post is dedicated to one of our favorite things to do in Glacier National Park every spring - when the road is open exclusively for bikers. Read on to learn everything you need to know about this bucketlist experience.

Hiker on Highline Trail in Glacier National Park

Montana Summer Bucketlist

There is nothing better then summertime in Montana! Whether you are just visiting or have lived here for years read all the amazing Summer things to do in this blog post, including adventures within Glacier National Park and beyond.

Kia Ora Resort, Rangiroa, French Polynesia overwater bungalows

Our Stay at Kia Ora Resort – Rangiroa

For most of our travels we look for affordable AirBnBs that don't break the bank and spend our money more on activities. Every now and then though we find a place that is worth the splurge and go big! This magical slice of paradise in the middle of the Pacific ocean was definitely one of those places. Kia Ora Resort in Rangiroa, French Polynesia is easily my favorite place I've ever stayed at while on vacation!

Hikes in Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park is a hiker's paradise. From beautiful alpine lakes to glorious mountain passes that provide awe-inspiring views for miles, if you love hiking this is the National Park for you! With 734 miles of marked trails it can be a bit overwhelming deciding what hikes to do on your visit out west. Lucky for you we have hiked many of the trails and put together this guide with photos, trail notes, stats and our very own scoring system.

23 Trips in the US to Take in 2023

Now is the time to start planning weekend getaways for 2023. Here's 23 ideas all located within the United States to get your planning started. Lets make 2023 your most adventurous year yet!

Highlights of Italy Itinerary

This tour of Italy gives you a taste of everything from the coast to the vineyards, from historical sites to breathtaking mountain views. It is great for a first trip to Italy since it exposes you to multiple locations in a relatively short amount of time. With links to all our accommodations, activities and favorite restaurants this post will help you plan an amazing trip to Italy!

Herd of Bison in Yellowstone

Yellowstone in Spring

One way to avoid crowds is to plan an off-season visit to a National Park. For Yellowstone that means late spring or fall. There is definitely some give and take with an off-season visit as not all parts of the park may be open, but you will be rewarded with locations at times all to yourself. Here is what to expect when planning a trip to Yellowstone in late April to May.

Snowghost at Whitefish Mountain Resort

Whitefish Winter Wonderland

A small town winter wonderland tucked away in the northwest corner of Montana, Whitefish is a snowy escape with something for everyone. The ski resort is just the beginning read on to discover all the adventures to be had in Whitefish and the surrounding area during Winter!

Havasupai Falls Arizona

Havasupai Falls – Complete Guide

PSA: The most magical place in America isn’t Disney World - it can be found within the Havasupai tribal lands of Arizona. Ten miles into sandy red rock canyons is an oasis flowing with Gatorade blue waters. This magical place dripping with waterfalls requires a tough-to-get permit, but is more than worth the trouble. Read on to learn how to purchase a permit, and everything you need to know for the most amazing backpacking trip.

Copenhagen – Top 10 Things To Do

Two days in Copenhagen is all it took to become one of my favorite European cities. From the colorful Nyhavn canal to the enchanting Tivoli theme park, Copenhagen has enough character and fun activities to make it worth a trip to Denmark. Here’s a list of my top 10 things to do:

Costa Rica – Short Trip Itinerary

How to get the most out of a quick trip to Costa Rica! From the beaches to the jungle and all the waterfalls in between. If you’re short on time, but want to see it all this is the perfect itinerary for you.

Sensational Santorini

A complete guide to Santorini. From where to stay, what to do, and more -
I've got you covered! If you can read this post without adding Santorini to your bucket list there may be something wrong with you...

Backpacking to Otokomi Lake

Backcountry camping to Otokomi Lake in Glacier National Park. This out and back hike to a pristine alpine lake tucked under the red rocks of Goat Mountain is 11 miles roundtrip with 1900ft elevation gain. Its a great easy backpacking trip on a less popular trail in the park. Read on to find out what to expect, how to get a permit, and what to pack!

Waterton Lakes National Park - Canada

Visiting Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park

Did you know that Glacier National Park in the US and Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada combine to form the worlds first international peace park? Establishing this multi-national peace park has allowed for greater shared resources and the ability for visitors to venture into both parks with relative ease even when crossing the border. Wildfires and Covid restrictions prevented access from Waterton into Glacier since 2018, but have now been lifted providing guest an incredible opportunity to explore more areas of both parks. In this post we share our weekend itinerary starting from West Glacier, driving to Waterton, Canada and accessing the Goat Haunt region of Glacier National Park. Read on to discover the wonder that can be added to any trip itinerary in the northern section of Glacier!

Highline Trail in Glacier National park, Montana

Guide to Glacier National Park Ticketed Entry System

Glacier National Park has implemented a ticketed entry system to help limit the overwhelming number of visitors attempting to access the park during peak summer months. This means that for certain dates, times and entrances an advance reservation is required to enter. Have no fear we cover all the details in this post including how to gain access to this beautiful national park if you don't have an advance reservation.