Utah Summer Road Trip Itinerary

In July, we embarked on a summer road trip from Phoenix, Arizona to our new home in Fort Collins, Colorado. We chose to take the longer route through Utah in order to spend time exploring three of Utah’s “Big Five” National Parks. We spent one full week enjoying scenic views, adventurous hikes, and the open …

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Guide to Bar Harbor and Acadia

Bar Harbor was our final stop on our Maine Summer Road Trip. Bar Harbor is known as the gateway to Acadia National Park, and it also serves as a great home base for exploring the rest of Mount Desert Island. However, many of the restaurants and shops in the area are only open seasonally so keep …

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Weekend Guide to Camden, Maine

Camden was our third stop on our Maine Summer Road Trip. Camden is known to be one of the prettiest towns in Maine, complete with a picturesque harbor and mountains that serve as a backdrop to Penobscot Bay. There is a lot to do in Camden and it is a great home base for exploring …

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Weekend Guide to Portland, Maine

In July, Portland was our second stop on our Maine Summer Road Trip. Summertime brings tourists to the Maine coast in search of cooler weather, but we found the crowds to be manageable for the most part within the city itself. Our priority in Portland was the food scene and we planned the rest of …

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Weekend Guide To Kennebunkport, Maine

In July, Kennebunkport was our first stop on our Maine Summer Road Trip. Summertime brings crowds to the Maine coast, however, the seaside charm of this little town made it worth it in my opinion. We spent our mornings and evenings wandering the streets of the town itself and attempted to escape the midday crowds …

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Maine Summer Road Trip Itinerary

In July, we embarked on a summer road trip along the coast of Maine. We spent one full week enjoying sunset sails, swimming along the Atlantic shoreline, and eating all the lobster we could find! I hope this guide inspires you to plan your own visit to the coast of Maine, or maybe even your …

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Guide to Bryce Canyon National Park

Bryce Canyon is one of the most striking National Parks I have ever been. We stopped by last summer after visiting Zion National Park. Though the park is stunning, it is small and you won’t need more than a few days to fully explore it. Though we visited in July, we experienced hot days and …

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Guide to Zion National Park

Zion National Park is a well-known paradise for anyone who loves the outdoors. Located in Utah, Zion stands out among Utah’s “Big 5” for its striking geological formations. It’s beautiful in any season and the hiking and climbing opportunities within Zion National Park are unmatched. 3+ days  Best Time to Visit: March-April, September-October for fewer …

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Road to Hana

Driving the Road to Hana

If you’re planning a trip to Maui, then you’re probably considering driving the Road to Hana (also commonly known as the Hana Highway). Although the Road to Hana is one of the most recommended things to do while on Maui, dig a little deeper and you’ll find that the scenic drive is occasionally met with …

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