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Road Trip Packing List: 25 Things to Pack for a Summer Road Trip [Includes Printable Checklist]
The beauty of travel is that many elements and factors can create a different experience than the last time you traveled. The simple change of your primary mode of transportation creates a whole new journey. For example, trying to go to a destination by plane is different from getting to Read More …
A Mother’s Day outing to the Tyler Rose Garden
As an early Mother’s Day outing we drove to Tyler Rose Garden located about 90 miles from Dallas to stop and smell the roses. Tyler is a city in eastern Texas known for its rose cultivation and is home to the nation’s largest public rose garden. This quaint town is Read More …
A Scenic Drive on the Terraced Hills of Douro River Valley
Since the 18th century, the Douro Valley is known for its port wine and wine terraces. Its namesake river makes a 200-kilometer journey to the Atlantic Ocean from Spain to northern Portugal through terraced valleys of vineyards, groves of orange and olive trees. We spend a few days in Porto last December Read More …
California Road Trip Itinerary & Ideas: Scenic Drives on the Pacific Coast Highway
Whether you live there, visit for a weekend getaway or a long adventure, there is no shortage of beautiful destinations in the Golden State to explore. With towering redwoods, grapevine clad hills, tranquil towns and bustling cities, there is so much to see. This epic California road trip itinerary takes Read More …
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens in Vail Colorado
Sitting pretty at 8,250 feet above sea level, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens in Vail is the highest botanical garden in the United States and possibly the world. With views of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, bright blooms, other high elevation plants, manicured flowerbeds, streams and waterfalls, it is a beautiful garden Read More …
A summer guide to Best things to do in Zermatt
Seeing the pyramid shaped Matterhorn had been in our wishlist for a while. Did you know that the peak is the inspiration behind the shape of Toblerone candy? It has four distinct sides that align with the cardinal direction of North, South, East and West. But what we didn’t know Read More …
The Best 10 Street Art Murals in Madrid to see in a 24 hours layover
Travelers who stop in Spain for a layover can get off the typical touristy things to do and see what the capital city offers. Even if you only have 24 hours, art lovers can discover the city alternatively, through the best street art murals in Madrid. Urban art festivals and Read More …
The Boulders Beach Penguins in Cape Town
For as long as I remember I have been dreaming about visiting the Boulders Beach Penguins. These African penguins are also known as the Jackass penguin because of the braying sound they make. These cute fellas breed along the southwestern coast of South Africa near Cape Town. The penguins are Read More …
A scenic road trip: Chapman’s Peak Drive to Cape Peninsula in Cape Town
Chapman’s Peak drive in Cape Town, South Africa is considered one of the best coastal drives in the world. With the mountains on one side and the Atlantic ocean on the other, this short 5.5-mile scenic drive is a must-do when visiting Cape Town in South Africa. Combine it with Read More …
An afternoon at the Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden in Cape Town
Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden located on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain in Cape Town is one of the seven most magnificent gardens in the world. The 528 hectares of this beautiful estate includes cultivated gardens and a nature reserve. The garden is known for its collection of southern African plants Read More …
A walk in the Gardens at San Ysidro Ranch California
Nestled in the Montecito foothills of Southern California not too far from Santa Barbara is San Ysidro Ranch. The romantic location, beautiful gardens and the classic luxury it offers have been a draw for discriminating travelers for over a century. John and Jackie Kennedy honeymoon here! We took a peek Read More …
Glacier Hike & Zodiac Boat Tour in Iceland
Iceland is the perfect destination for families looking for some unique adventures and tours. You can dive between the continents on crystal clear waters, climb inside a volcano, heli-ski from the top of a glacier cap and more. We went on our first ever and one of the best glacier Read More …