A tip for finding cheaper airfare
Airfare. It’s the most expensive part of any trip. This means, I’m always scouring the internet looking for ways to save money on airfare….
Finding places to stop on your road trip
A few years ago, we realized that the driving portion of the road trip seemed like a means to an end. In other words, it…
What to pack for a long fall weekend
I tend to over pack when I go on shorter trips because I feel like I have a ton of free space. After all,…
Pros and cons of accommodation choices
Depending on where you are going and what type of traveler you are, you may find yourself weighing the different types of accommodations available for…
8 things that are free when traveling
Traveling costs money. No way around that. But, there are so many things that are free about travel that you shouldn’t take for granted….
Tips for a first-time backcountry camper
I have my husband to thank for opening me up to the wonders of camping. I loved to hike, be outside and enjoy nature, but I…
Summer camping checklist and versatile items I love
This summer has been a crazy month of coming and going. Usually I’m way ahead of the game and write articles ahead of time…
Seven things I hate about traveling
Today marks a blog milestone for me: this is my 100th post. I’d like to say it’s hard to believe that I’ve had this…
Travel Guide: Utah
There is a reason that the area around Moab, Utah has been used as a backdrop for dozens of movies. If you squint good…
America the Beautiful
As I was walking that ribbon of highway, I saw above me that endless skyway: I saw below me that golden valley: This land…
Six things you never need to pack
Obviously, you never need to pack a broomstick or a coffee pot in your carry-on, but I’m not talking about the obvious things that…
Things I learn and relearn when I travel
“Each day learn something new, and just as important, relearn something old.” That’s a quote from a man named Robert Breault and I thought…
The many ways to wear a sundress
Dresses are a girl’s best friend. You can wear them in the sun, in the snow, in the sand and in the rain, in…
Day trip from Columbus: Western Pennsylvania
I researched the area around Ohiopyle as a place to day-trip from Columbus. It’s less than a four hour drive, but it was rich…
Ode to purchasing airline tickets
Buying plane tickets, quite frankly, can just be the worst. You want to get a good deal with a reasonable flight time, but for…