10 Things to Do in Budapest for the History Lover
Ask me about my favorite cities in Europe, and I guarantee that up near the top will be Budapest, Hungary. Budapest was actually one...
East Africa Highlights: Kenya and Tanzania with Rock My Adventure
In the past 3 years, I've gone from never really feeling much of a pull to the continent of Africa, to visiting 9 countries...
9 Magical Harry Potter Sites in Edinburgh, Scotland Every Muggle Should See
It's been more 15 years since the release of the last Harry Potter book (and also more than a decade now since the release...
5 Reasons to Visit Ann Arbor, Michigan (That Have Nothing to Do with College Football)
Growing up in Ohio where everyone assumes we're all Ohio State fans (spoiler alert: I'm really not), it's basically required knowledge that Ann Arbor...
August 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap
Whew. Another month, and another massive trip to tell you about! 2019 sure has been travel-filled so far – and I'm not complaining! August...
What to Do with 2 Days in Edmonton: A Summer Weekend in Alberta’s Capital
Much like Calgary to the south, Edmonton is a city in Alberta that's often treated as just a “pass-through” city by most travelers –...
How to Decide if an Active River Cruise is Right for You
I've been saying for the past few years that river cruising is probably one of the best ways to travel in Europe if you...
July 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap
After being gone pretty much all of June, my July was slightly less crazy – but only slightly, as I still found myself away...
8 of the Best Things to Do in Calgary in Summer
When it comes to the province of Alberta, Canada, chances are you know about its famous national parks, mountains, and incredible lakes. But what...
Everything You Need to Know to Travel the Malt Whisky Trail in Scotland (Even if You Don’t Like Whisky!)
It was around the fourth whisky distillery that I was forced to acknowledge an incontrovertible truth about myself: I do not and likely will...
6 Highlights from an Active River Cruise with Avalon Waterways
I'm not new to the world of river cruising. I fell in love with the style of travel back in 2015, and have been...
June 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap
After being mostly home for the last couple of months, June kicked off an extremely busy summer of travel for me. I was barely...
7 Reasons You Should Put Scottsdale, Arizona on Your Must-Visit List
There are some destinations that get pigeon-holed into being only “for” certain types of travelers. Ibiza is for partiers. Las Vegas is for gamblers....
How to Choose a Riad in Marrakech
When it comes to seeking out accommodation in Morocco, one option will show up in nearly every city: the riad. Read a handful of...
May 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap
Typical of Ohio, it seems we've zipped past spring and moved straight on to summer. But I can't really complain, since summer is always...
2 Days in Porto: What to Do in Porto, Portugal on Your First Visit
When I was planning my first trip to Portugal, I knew I wanted to focus on the country's two major cities: Lisbon and Porto....
A Guide to Taking A Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech in Morocco
As soon as I stepped off the bus, I was hit by a blast of humid wind that smelled of the ocean. Immediately I...