Did you know there’s an annual Bigfoot Festival in Western North Carolina? We sure didn’t! We found out about it at the suggestion of a kind lady we met in the town of Black Mountain (where we stayed for the weekend). There wasn’t a chance we’d pass up this quirky…Continue reading Searching for Bigfoot in North Carolina
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Celebrating Oktoberfest in Helen, GA
Drinking beer at Oktoberfest in Munich is on our ultimate travel bucket list, but until we get the chance to visit Germany, we’re celebrating Helen-style! From the first time we saw photos of Oktoberfest in Helen, we knew we had to check it out. And fortunately it’s the longest running…Continue reading Celebrating Oktoberfest in Helen, GA
Wandering a Sunflower Field in Florida
I’ve always loved sunflowers and wanted to visit a sunflower field for years. I even wanted to have our engagement photos taken in one (it didn’t happen but a girl can dream). Turns out there’s a beautiful field just a couple hours drive away and we finally got an opportunity…Continue reading Wandering a Sunflower Field in Florida
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…Continue reading Exploring the Small Towns Near Asheville
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…Continue reading Touring Yorktown Battlefield by Car
The Ultimate Grand Cayman Bucket List
We spent four amazing days in Grand Cayman and never felt bored for a minute. There is so much to do that we couldn’t even get through our bucket list! Whether you are looking to simply relax or see as much of the island as possible, we hope these ideas…Continue reading The Ultimate Grand Cayman Bucket List
Maras Salt Mines in Peru Closing to Tourists
If you’ve spent time in Peru’s Sacred Valley or researched a visit to the area, no doubt you’ve been drawn to the beautiful photos of the Maras Salt Mines! We certainly were and couldn’t pass up an opportunity to visit them on our one day tour of the Sacred Valley…Continue reading Maras Salt Mines in Peru Closing to Tourists
3 Days on São Miguel Island – Day 3 Itinerary
Today’s itinerary for the eastern side of São Miguel gets you an up-close-and-personal look at the island’s geothermal activity and also takes you into the wild Nordeste region. Our last two posts provided a driving itinerary for the center of the island and the western side of the island so…Continue reading 3 Days on São Miguel Island – Day 3 Itinerary
3 Days on São Miguel Island – Day 2 Itinerary
It’s hard to decide which part of São Miguel Island is our favorite, but today’s itinerary has some of the best views you’ll see in the Azores! This itinerary is for the western side of the island. You’ll also want to check out our guide to the center of São…Continue reading 3 Days on São Miguel Island – Day 2 Itinerary
3 Days on São Miguel Island – Day 1 Itinerary
If you’re considering a trip to the Azores, you absolutely must – and we mean must – spend at least a few days on São Miguel Island. The “Green Island” has so much to offer: waterfalls, hot springs, valleys, lakes, cliffs, geysers, and so much more! For the next 3…Continue reading 3 Days on São Miguel Island – Day 1 Itinerary