If you're headed north of Seattle, driving Mt Baker Scenic Byway makes an ideal Bellingham day trip! In fact, I'd argue it's one of the most scenic drives in Washington state, which is saying something! In late June, when we drove it, Highway 542 was studded with rushing turquoise rivers, serene mountain lakes, and majestic alpine forests just starting to lose their snow … [Read More...] about Mt Baker Scenic Byway: Bellingham Day Trip
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The Ultimate Sedona Itinerary: 3 Days of Red Rocks, Hikes + Hidden Gems
Sedona stole my heart on our recent visit! Imagine a verdant green valley, full of towering pink sandstone formations, good energy vibes, lots of local artisans, and an epic foodie scene. Voilá: You get a unique small town in Arizona that makes a great weekend getaway. What should you include in your Sedona itinerary? My picks: red rock hikes, a mountain bike adventure or … [Read More...] about The Ultimate Sedona Itinerary: 3 Days of Red Rocks, Hikes + Hidden Gems
Alila Ventana Big Sur Review (2025) + How to Use Points
Over the past 20 years, we have enjoyed the Big Sur coastline in California at least a dozen times. It's one of our favorite spots! But you should know I accept no sponsored posts or stays, so the following Alila Ventana Big Sur review is my honest opinion…I paid for it myself…with points. Making it a free stay. Read on to learn how you can do that below. With its … [Read More...] about Alila Ventana Big Sur Review (2025) + How to Use Points
An Epic 3 Day Kauai Itinerary: See the Garden Isle
If you're island hopping or heading to Kauai for a long weekend, then you'll need to be efficient with your 3 day Kauai itinerary. The Garden Isle is wild, lush, and absolutely gorgeous but there's a lot to see and experience so you have some tough choices to make! Of course, you could just spend three days basking on the beautiful sandy beaches—you'll find them along most … [Read More...] about An Epic 3 Day Kauai Itinerary: See the Garden Isle