Category: Travel Stories

Travel stories & ideas for adventures near and far – road trips, weekend getaways, budget trips and epic vacations.

3 Realistic Steps Toward a More Adventurous Life

Want to go on more adventures? Whether it be hiking, travel, or trying new things, it really is simpler than you may think to start living a life filled with excitement. It took us a while to really embrace our life as an adventure couple, but prioritizing what was... Read more

4 Reasons to Visit Cumberland Island, Georgia

Cumberland Island was one of the most unique places I've ever had the pleasure of exploring. My husband and I stumbled upon it when we were living in Jacksonville, FL, and had no idea what to expect when we boarded the ferry to Cumberland Island. But we were... Read more

Guide to the North Table Mountain Hike Near Denver, CO

If it is a warm weekend in Colorado, the North Table Mountain Hike in Golden (just a short drive from Denver) is the perfect way to soak up some rays! Don't get me wrong, I love winter – snow, comfy sweaters, Christmas lights that get left up way... Read more

Round Mountain: Hiking in Roosevelt National Forest

Sometimes we have an epic, well-thought out and researched weekend adventure. And sometimes (most of the time) we just wing it. Over the weekend we happened upon an amazing hike in Roosevelt National Forest called Round Mountain. We spontaneously decided to hike along... Read more

Top 5 Best Things to Do In & Near Atlanta, Georgia

We're not city people. So, when we plan trips to visit family near big cities I always look for outdoor options or unique activities in the area. Luckily, even in the largest cities, you can always find some natural beauty mixed in among the skyscrapers. And if all... Read more

Florida Girl’s Guide to Surviving Snow

Before visiting Colorado we had never seen more than a light dusting of snow. So seeing FEET of snow pretty much blew our minds and was a big determining factor for our move across the country! However, after a life of no seasons, it took a lot of adjustments for... Read more

Love Wildlife? Visit Rocky Mountain Arsenal in Colorado!

At first glance, you may think that some of these pictures were taken on an epic safari out on the plains of Africa. But surprisingly, they were taken just a short drive from Denver at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge! This amazing... Read more

Pros & Cons of Diving Homestead Crater in Midway Utah

We spent a cold January weekend scuba diving in the warm water of Homestead Crater in Midway, UT, in order to complete our PADI open water diver certifications. This review lists the pros and cons of diving Homestead Crater in Midway, Utah, so you can decide... Read more

Exploring Arches & Canyonlands in Winter

On a snowy winter day, we set out from Denver, CO, to Homestead Crater in Midway, UT, to complete our open water scuba certification. Since we had never been to Utah, we HAD to check out some of its amazing national parks on our way. Even though we were... Read more

Guide to Fowler Trail – Winter Hike in Eldorado Canyon

On a cold Saturday morning, we met up with one of our favorite couples to check out a fun winter hike in Eldorado Canyon State Park. The park is right outside of Boulder and is a climbing mecca in the summer. But it is much less busy in the winter. So,... Read more