Hello fellow travelers and wander-lusters! I have wanted to write a post on affordable travel for quite sometime, but wasn’t sure how to approach it. Let’s face it, talking about money and how to spend it can be a bit awkward, well, it is for me anyway. I’m going to be completely honest and […]
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Top 5 Places to Explore for Free in NYC!
Places to go in NYC for free! I am so excited to share with all of you my most recent NYC adventures! I recently celebrated my 36th birthday there and turned my dream of exploring NYC in the fall a reality! Today, I’m going to start by sharing my top 5 places to explore for […]
Top 5 cities to visit during the fall: 2015
Hot apple cider, comfy sweaters, anything pumpkin flavored…just a few things that come to mind when fall is in the air. I find myself wanting to stay in more, sipping on a nice cup of hot tea curled up on my comfy couch (in the corner, of course, my family knows the spot). I also […]
3 Days in the Smokies! Part 2
Laurel Falls and Gatlinburg The second day we were in Tennessee we hiked to a waterfall, Laurel Falls. This waterfall is located in The Great Smoky National Park. If you like hiking but aren’t cut out for a long treacherous journey, this is the hike for you. A paved path guides you along the way, with […]
3 Days in the Smokies!
My family is no stranger to Tennessee and the Great Smokey Mountain National Park. We have been visiting for years. We’ve enjoyed making many memories at the Crowther family cabin (owned by my husband’s grandparents). We spent our honeymoon there, brought our children there at many stages of their childhood (even when I was pregnant […]
The Largest Walk-Through Zoo in the World: North Carolina Zoo
The majestic elephants were roaming and playing with one other, looking as if they had just finished a bath…a mud bath, that is. *winky face* I am always so amazed that these creatures even exist! So massive in size, yet so gentle…graceful, even. I love visiting the North Carolina Zoo located in Asheboro! With over […]
2 Days in Miami, Florida! Day 1
Spontaneous trip? Yes, please! A spontaneous trip to somewhere on a warm beach?! Oh, heck yes!! My husband and I recently took a road trip down to Miami. Both of us were actually born and lived part of our lives in Florida, but for some reason neither one of us have actually seen much of […]
Tour of Italy: Venice
Ahhhh, Venice! This city is quite remarkable! Right away you’ll be taken back by the sites and sounds…gondoliers serenading lovers as they float down small romantic canal ways. So dreamy! By the time we reached Venice, we were pretty exhausted from walking miles and miles exploring Rome and Florence. So, we decided on more of […]
Tour of Italy: Florence
Florence was my favorite place in Italy…the art, the food, the shopping! Even though it had tourists bursting at the seams, I really felt a sense of the local life while in Florence. Maybe it was because we stayed a bit out of the city’s center or ate mainly where the locals eat? I’m not […]
Tour of Italy: Rome
Rome has so many things to offer travelers…famous historical sites, museums, piazza’s, amazing food, even the steps in Rome are famous! I have found that travel is the best way for me to learn about history and culture and traveling to Rome taught me so much! Oh, how I can’t wait to return…good thing I […]
Things to do in the Outer Banks: Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, and Roanoke Island
I have really enjoyed featuring the Outer Banks this month! I have also enjoyed visiting OBX for almost a decade now. Every time I pay a visit, I explore new places and make beautiful memories! In this last post on the Outer Banks, I will be featuring more wonderful things to do and explore. […]
Things to do in the Outer Banks: Corolla
This weeks destination is about a place that you are so happy to learn even exists. Located in the northern part of the Outer Banks, Corolla is a destination that brings out your inner-child, in a good way. This magical place is home to over 100 wild horses that roam a 12,000 acre animal sanctuary. […]
Things to do in the Outer Banks: Ocracoke Island
Hello my traveling friends! If you missed my last post, I explained that I would be featuring the beautiful Outer Banks this month. Last week, I featured Hatteras Island. This week, I am featuring an island that is full of all the island vibes that you’d expect, but this island also surprises travelers with charming […]
Things to do in the Outer Banks: Hatteras Island
Hello friends! I hope you are all having a great start to the summer season! I am super excited to share with you guys about a place that I have had the pleasure of exploring for many years…the beautiful Outer Banks, aka OBX! This 200 mile stretch of barrier islands is located just off the […]
Things to do in Savannah, Georgia in one day!
Hello my fellow traveling friends! Instead of painting my house and getting it ready to sell, like I should be doing, I’m eating a macaron and writing this blogpost on a little city that has SO much charm and beauty… Savannah, Georgia! I wish I could bottle up the feeling I had while exploring this […]
Top 3 Inspiration Destinations!
Traveling for a yearly vacation or to see relatives can be fun, exciting, memorable, maybe even relaxing?! But! How about traveling for the sole purpose of gaining inspiration. This would be a more purpose-filled journey, if you will. Life can be so hectic, so distracting. It can be hard to find the quiet, to find […]
Packing Like A Pro! Part 2
Welcome back, my fellow wander-lusters! In the last post, we discussed how to plan a wardrobe (why less is more!), shoes, and accessories. Click on the following link if you missed it…Packing Like A Pro Part 1! In this post we are tackling the subjects of packing toiletries and electronics. So, let’s get right to it […]
Travel to Florida’s Best Kept Secret, Navarre Beach!
The secrets out! (well, at least for those reading this post…so, shhhh!) If you like white sandy beaches with Aqua blue waters, but don’t like all the crowds that usually go along with it, then Navarre Beach, Fl. might be the perfect place for you. Navarre Beach is located on Santa Rosa Island, a barrier […]
The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, North Carolina!
Hello my fellow wander-lusters! I hope you are all having a wonderful week! If you are ready for a relaxing, spa-filled place to stay with all the southern charm and hospitality anyone could ask for, you need to book a stay at The Umstead Hotel and Spa for sure! This place was the perfect getaway for celebrating our sixteen year wedding anniversary! You’ll get the full […]
My Top 5 Art Museums in the World!
One of my favorite things to do any time I travel is to explore art museums! For as long as I can remember, I have loved experiencing beautiful art up close and personal. My love for art started as an early teen when I was given a book filled with pages of beautiful copies of […]
The Ultimate Guide to Travel Planning!
Planning a vacation can be somewhat overwhelming right? Where to go? When to go? How much is it going to cost? These are some of the questions that we all ask ourselves when it’s time to plan that long awaited trip. Am I right? Here are three simple steps to help you plan a trip […]
Top Ten Things to do while in Bangkok, Thailand
When I asked Angel Deal, our featured guest traveler, what her top ten things to do in Bangkok, Thailand was…here’s what she said! 1. Floating Market at Wat-ta-Kein We were able to experience the floating market, hear students play traditional Thai music, and have a covered and very clean market for food and trinkets. There […]
My Top 10 Dream Destinations
1. Island Hopping in Hawaii, United States I’ve been dreaming of a Hawaiian getaway for quite some time, who hasn’t? While we are dreaming here, why not explore more of Hawaii by island hopping! I’ve read that there are six islands that can be visited and each one has something different to offer… Oahu, Kauai, […]
Tour of the Biltmore!
Ever since we moved to North Carolina, over ten years ago, I have had the desire to explore the largest home in America located in Asheville, North Carolina. Before I give you a glimpse into this breathtaking French Chateau styled home, let me explain something I’ve learned in life. Timing is everything! If I would […]