Long, lonely highways. Big Texas sky. Plus, speed limits of 80 MPH and a host of unusual stops make West Texas the perfect road trip destination. While most people pass through on their way to Big Bend National Park, the trio of towns – Fort Davis, Alpine, Marfa – make the perfect weekend itinerary. Set […]
All-Inclusive Resorts: Are You Ready To Go All In?
All-inclusive resorts are experiencing a rise in popularity. As beleaguered travelers grow weary of being nickeled and dimed to death with checked baggage fees, hidden resort costs, and sky-high wifi upgrades, it’s no wonder that many vacationers are embracing the all-inclusive model. I recently returned from a five-day stay at RIU Palace Pacifico in Nuevo […]
Women Who Wander Outdoor Retreat – Texas
How much longer? I wonder to myself as I check the GPS for the umpteenth time. I’m headed to the inaugural Women Who Wander Outdoor Retreat in south Texas to spend the weekend with 600 of my new best friends. Let me explain. I love to hike, pedal, and paddle. Hands down my favorite modes […]
Bentonville, Arkansas: Your Next Three-Day Weekend
Searching for a destination that offers world-class art, natural beauty, fantastic dining, plenty of attractions, and won’t break the bank? Look no further than Bentonville, Arkansas. Tucked into the northwest corner of the state, this midsize town offers all of that and more, so put it on your list. Here are a few ideas to […]
San Antonio River Walk: Pedal, Paddle, Hike
The best way to experience a destination is on foot. I like to hike, pedal, or paddle whenever I visit a new destination. In San Antonio, you can do all three right inside the city limits. When you think of the San Antonio River Walk, the heavily trafficked historic section located downtown may come to […]
Bentonville Arkansas: Big City Vibe, Small Town Soul
With a population hovering around 50,000, you might not expect to find a flourishing, world-class art scene, incredible dining, exciting attractions, and loads of outdoor recreation all tucked into the corner of Northwest Arkansas. You can though. In Bentonville, Arkansas. Kick-started by WalMart HQ, Bentonville is experiencing tremendous growth. Home of the world-renowned Crystal Bridges American Museum […]
When In Rome – A Three Day Itinerary
I love to explore new places, and my recent trip to Italy was no exception. Italy, Rome specifically, is easy to navigate on foot and offers spectacular architecture and art at literally every turn. The people watching was unsurpassed! You can probably have a pretty incredible trip just walking around the different neighborhoods for three […]
5 Trips Everyone Should Take
Everyone needs a vacation. Time to reconnect with family and ourselves, with the added benefit of and recharging the brain. We also know that many people don’t take all of their vacation time – gasp – despite proven health benefits, both physical and mental. If that’s not enough, vacations are fun, and you don’t have […]
St. Augustine, Florida – Trippin’ in America’s Oldest City
Arriving in America’s Oldest City St. Augustine is a destination that I’ve wanted to visit for some time, so I was pretty excited to finally be headed that way. Billboards for very touristy attractions dot the interstate as you head towards the city and I began to wonder if this was going to be the […]
Five Life Lessons Learned Hiking the Grand Canyon
The benefits of hiking are many. Physically, it’s excellent exercise, offering both cardiovascular benefits and muscle strengthening. Mentally, venturing outside and immersing oneself in nature is a proven stress buster. And no one can take in a panoramic view, listen to churning water as it tumbles over rocks, or gaze upon a field full of […]
