As a San Diego local, I head south of the border to Mexico frequently. It’s one of my favorite North American destinations. But first-timers have questions! So I polled seasoned Mexico travelers and asked them to share their most useful Mexico travel tips. Do you have questions about safety? Transport? Money? Read on for the […]
North America
The Best of Yellowstone: A 3 Day Itinerary
If you have just a few days on a road trip to Yellowstone, use this Yellowstone 3 day itinerary to see the most noteworthy sights while still getting out into the wilderness on a super scenic hike each day. As America’s oldest and perhaps most famous national park, Yellowstone delivers…with geothermal hot springs, sparkling rivers, […]
14 Amazing Things to Do in Grand Teton National Park (2021)
It’s hard to miss the three massive peaks rising from the valley of Jackson Hole, Wyoming in Grand Teton National Park. French trappers nicknamed the Grand Teton mountains “The Three Big Breasts”—”Les Trois Tetons”—with the tallest as “Le Grand Teton.” And the moniker stuck. Today, there are so many things to do in Grand Teton […]
Girl’s Day Out: A Saturday at Rancho La Puerta
I recently had a revelation when I was in Germany: What if I treated my weekends at home like I do when I’m a continent away? What if I consciously filled more hours with new experiences and flavors instead of armfuls of laundry and groceries? And that’s how I ended up booking a spa day this […]
19 Free or Cheap Things to Do in Portland (2021): An Insider’s Guide
There are so many cheap things to do in Portland. In fact, many of them are free! Portland, Oregon is a jewel of the Pacific Northwest. Wrap a thriving local foodie scene in misty, mossy woods with a view of majestic Mount Hood and waterfalls galore. Add hipsters, bike culture, and a vital music and […]