Joshua Tree National Park is unlike anywhere else in California, with its namesake trees, massive rock formations, and endless desert landscapes. We spent two days exploring the park and surrounding area, which felt like enough time to tackle several hikes, enjoy some good food, and experience the desert after dark.… Read More »Joshua Tree National Park, California
Quebec City is a charming winter wonderland straight out of a fairy tale. The old cobblestone streets leading up to the famed Chateau make for some wonderful photos and relaxing days strolling about the city. Visit in the winter for the holiday markets and festivities Quebec City has to offer.… Read More »Quebec City, Canada
Bring your appetite and plenty of layers. Montreal is an awesome city to visit, with a fascinating history and enough delicious food to entice you to go outside in sub-freezing temperatures. There are also plenty of activities and attractions to keep you busy in between meals. Enjoy this Québecois treasure.… Read More »Montreal, Canada
Maybe Napa isn’t your speed. Maybe you want a cheaper, more laid back tasting experience. Or maybe you’re visiting friends in Manteca and decide to take a day to drink some wine and hang out. Whatever your reason, Lodi is well worth a visit and makes for a great time.… Read More »Lodi, California
The island of Hawaii has an incredible array of ecological diversity. Within a few hours, you can go from a picture-perfect beach to a lush rain forest to a lava-scorched volcano. As tempting as resort life might be, you have to do some exploring to really experience the Big Island.… Read More »Big Island, Hawaii
Acadia caught us by surprise. We expected the beautiful oceanfront scenery and fall foliage, but we didn’t realize how much we would enjoy hiking here. On top of the incredible views, the trails have the perfect combination of fun terrain and manageable length. It is a perfect New England getaway.… Read More »Acadia National Park, Maine
Seattle is one of our favorite cities in the United States. It has a diverse selection of delicious international foods, gorgeous weather in the summer, and amazing outdoor areas and activities within a couple hours of the city. After living there for three months, we can’t wait to go back.… Read More »Seattle, Washington
Nothing beats Vancouver in the summertime. With its beautiful parks and easy access to outdoor activities, you’ll have plenty of ways to enjoy the perfect weather. For dining, take advantage of Vancouver’s multicultural diversity and sample delicious cuisines from around the world. The city is as amazing as it sounds.… Read More »Vancouver, Canada
Portland: maybe not as weird as everyone says? Even though it struck us as a rather typical West Coast hipster city, that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. It has great food, it has interesting things to do, and it has cool outdoor attractions nearby. What more could you possibly want?… Read More »Portland, Oregon
