Last weekend Alex and I took a quick trip to the UP to backpack along the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. We visited the UP last summer and weren't really sure what to expect on that trip. I hadn't researched any hikes so we just drove around until we found one that looked interesting.
Read More
During our time in Oregon Alex and I spent a day and night in Crater Lake National Park. Our visit was short but we were able to see as much of the park as we could given the circumstances.
Read More
Oregon is well known for its rainy climate that produces lush green forests and thundering waterfalls. And no trip to the state is quite complete without stopping at a few of these natural wonders.
Read More
The extended Memorial Day weekend offered another opportunity to visit a national park without having to take a day off of work and I wasn't going to let that opportunity pass me by.
Read More
The Narrows is an incredibly unique hike that takes you through knee to waist deep water of the Virgin River flowing through a towering slot canyon. It is also one of the most famous hikes in the park, Angel's Landing being its competition, so even in the winter months you can expect the Narrows to be extremely busy.
Read More
If ever there is a place to take a helicopter tour, bonus points if the helicopter has no doors, it is Kauai. The oldest island in the Hawaiian islands is also arguably the most beautiful.
Read More
I visited Ireland last June with my mom. I was interested in buying a Groupon through Great Value Vacations (this is currently the most similar to the option I chose) and told my mom I was thinking of going whether or not I had someone to go with. She didn't like the idea of me going alone so she decided to join me and I'm so glad she did because we had an unforgettable trip.
Read More