
Advice and destination guides for culture & adventure travelers
Explore Savannah, Georgia and live like a local. Get advice on historic Airbnb Savannah stays for couples, solos & groups plus neighborhood tips, top sights & tours – including haunted pub crawls and cemetery tours!
Headed to the U.S. Capital? I’ve got tips from a DC local on top Washington DC Airbnbs in the best neighborhoods – perfect stays for couples, solos, friends & families with kids!
Planning a Florida vacation? Get tips on the best Key West Airbnb stays for solo travelers, couples or groups of any size: honeymoons, families, bachelorettes & more!
Learn about Dia de los Muertos traditions with videos and resources for a virtual Day of the Dead field trip for kids & adults! See how the holiday is celebrated in different cities in Mexico and the U.S.
Discover the secrets of Huatulco’s best beaches! Ultimate vacation guide with Huatulco hotels & beach resorts, things to do & best tours in this guide to Bahias de Huatulco, Oaxaca.
What are the best Algarve beaches? These are the 10 most beautiful beaches in Portugal’s Algarve, from secluded stays to luxury getaways!
Evora, Portugal is a UNESCO World Heritage site with so much history! Don’t miss the San Francisco Church, home to the Evora Chapel of Bones and a collection of nativity sets from around the world.
Bypass the crowds of Faro & Lagos and head straight to Tavira, Portugal. Learn why Tavira’s stunning beaches & location make it where to stay in the Algarve!
Evora is a UNESCO site with Roman ruins, medieval cathedral & bone church ossuary. Find out all the things to do in Evora, Portugal plus restaurants and historic hotels!
Headed to the U.S. Capital? I’ve got tips from a DC local on top Washington DC Airbnbs in the best neighborhoods – perfect stays for couples, solos, friends & families with kids!
Although we can’t travel right now, there are more ways than ever to explore the world from home. Luckily, virtual travel to Washington DC is no exception: I’ve discovered more than 150 ways for you to experience the U.S. capital from home.
Most people know about Washington DC’s cherry blossoms. But don’t miss our cutest season when ducklings hatch in Constitution Gardens and the National Mall!
Washington DC has more than just cherry blossoms! Find out what’s in bloom now with this guide to the best Washington DC gardens, grouped by blooming season.
Discover the secrets of Huatulco’s best beaches! Ultimate vacation guide with Huatulco hotels & beach resorts, things to do & best tours in this guide to Bahias de Huatulco, Oaxaca.
What to wear in Morocco packing list for every stop including cities, mountains & a Sahara overnight, with info on seasons and weather!
Pack light and chic for your Tulum, Mexico getaway! My Tulum packing list will help you be ready for a perfect vacation in any season, including weather info and extras based on activities.
Liveaboard boat trips are an amazing way to experience snorkeling and diving destinations, but what should you bring? Grab these tips for what to pack for any snorkeling or diving trip, whether based on land or a liveaboard! I’ve used this list all over the world including Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and the Florida Keys.
Learn how to create a packing list for minimalist travel with my step-by-step guide. Travel light and chic + get a free packing list template & capsule wardrobe planner!
The first time I saw a manatee in the water, I mistook it for a rock. I first saw the manatee from the beach at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park in Key Largo, Florida. It had been surfacing for air at the edge of the swimming area, so eventually I put on my fins and snorkel and swam out for a closer look. Unfortunately, it had...
Located in the Andes Mountains, Machu Picchu is the ruins of a 15th-century Inca city. The Incas built it around 1450, at the height of their empire, but abandoned it a century later during the...
In November, during Peru's rainy spring season, I hiked the Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu with my sister Holly. We did the "classic" 4-day, 3-night version of...
Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. By hiking the trail, you'll get to see smaller ruin sites and follow the path Incans...