Trailing Away – Blog Roll

A Serene Spring Getaway to Orcas Island, Washington

Orcas Island is a wonderful weekend trip option in Washington – with stunning San Juan views, waterfall walks, and a bustling foodie scene. Spring is especially serene and peaceful!

One AMAZING Day at the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in Washington State

A quick guide for a gorgeous quick spring trip to the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in Washington.

How to Plan a Hawaii Island Hop Day Trip

A quick island hop day trip in Hawaii is a great way to stay on budget and still get a change of scenery!

The Ridiculous Story of Our Move to Hawaii

Ever since visiting Hawaii for the first time in 2018, we knew that (if we ever decided to stop traveling full-time and pick a home base), that's where we wanted to plant roots again. Of course, 2020 changed travel for all of us. While it is possible again in many...

10 Months in New Zealand: Highlights of Our Unexpected Extended Trip

It's strange how our perception of a place can change with time. Upon arrival, New Zealand felt like a check in the box - a place we wanted to see before moving on to the next destination. Now, looking back at our time there, it feels like another home. It's a place...

Wallabies in Waimate & Steampunk in Oamaru, NZ

One of the most interesting areas in all of New Zealand is Oamaru. We had driven right by on our initial trip to the South Island, but upon our return, we heard about the Victorian architecture and overall Steampunk theme there and we knew we had to check it out....

Unforgettable Little Blue Penguins Tour in Akaroa

When we got the official Visa acceptance notification and realized we'd have an additional six months in New Zealand, we knew our mission: see as many penguins as possible. We had tried with no luck at some of the popular viewing areas earlier in the year, but this...