Whether you’re a Harry Potter fanatic (like us) or you just love theme parks, Universal Orlando is as great as they come. The designers have done a phenomenal job of bringing all of the movies and shows to life. No detail was spared in the design. The only thing that […]
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Exploring the Small Towns Near Asheville
With award winning restaurants, the famous Biltmore Estate, countless craft breweries, and a quirky, artsy atmosphere, Asheville is a must-visit destination. But don’t spend all your time in the “big city!” Some of our favorite experiences while visiting Asheville were made while exploring the surrounding small towns. Here is a […]
Touring Yorktown Battlefield by Car
The last stop on our 3-day tour of Virginia’s Historic Triangle was Yorktown Battlefield. There was so much liveliness in Williamsburg and the Jamestown Settlement with actors in character all day long as militia, artisans, and Powhatan Indians. Yorktown Battlefield was quieter, giving us time to really reflect on the […]
Best Things to Do in Williamsburg, Virginia (and Nearby!)
Williamsburg is one of three cities that make up Virginia’s Historic Triangle (also Jamestown and Yorktown). There’s so much to see and do that you won’t be able to squeeze it all in with just few days. Here are some of our top recommendations and tips for making your Williamsburg […]
Face-To-Face With Giant, Crumbling Presidents Head Statues
It could be a metaphor for the State of the Union, or maybe it’s just the toll of time. Either way, these giant, crumbling statues of the first 43 U.S. Presidents will grab your attention and leave you quizzing yourself on the faces of our forefathers. About the Presidents Head […]
What to Do on Your First Visit to Los Angeles
If most of your assumptions of La La Land include celebrities, red carpets, and papparazi, be prepared to have your expectations blow away! The city has so much more to offer including beautiful parks, a variety of cultural and historical experiences, and a lot of really delicious food! Whether you’re […]
Where to Eat & Drink at Universal Orlando
There are dozens of restaurants and bars at Universal Orlando between the two theme parks and City Walk. Where to eat and drink in Universal totally depends on what you’re looking for: unique atmosphere, a quick bite vs. a sit-down meal, food or just drinks, etc. As Florida resident annual […]
6 Tips for an Alaskan Cruise
You’ve booked an Alaskan cruise and now what? Traveling by cruise ship greatly reduces the amount of planning you’ll need to do. But you’ll still want to make sure it’s the best trip ever. How much money will I need to save beforehand? Should I book excursions? What should I […]
Must-Do at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
For my last birthday, WC spoiled me with season passes to Universal Orlando and if you know us, you know we are really just going to feed our Harry Potter obsession! (You may remember we planned our honeymoon around seeing Harry Potter & the Cursed Child in London – I told you we’re HP fanatics!) […]
2018: A Look Back
If we could sum up our 2018 travel year in review in one word it would be: friendship. This year we traveled all over the world with our friends: a 40th birthday celebration in Greece, a road trip across São Miguel Island in the Azores, a football and fúbol trip to London […]