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The Best in Zion National Park Lodging
One of our favorite summer trips, with the best hike ever was to Zion National Park. This is one of Utah’s most visited parks and for good reason – it is an amazingly immersive experience whether you stay inside the
Ultimate Australian Road Trip Ideas
Australia is a destination that has been on my travel wishlist for ages. From the beautiful beaches, the Outback’s barren remoteness to trendy cities like Melbourne, Australia is a dream destination. Being big animal lovers and massive road trip fans, it
Velas Vallarta – All Inclusive Family Luxury
My yearly tradition of getting away for my birthday was almost thwarted this year with my Palace on Wheels train journey through Rajasthan being so close to my birthday. But…Los Angeles was unseasonably cold and I couldn’t let my birthday
Disney Easter Eggstravaganza
One of the reasons we renew our annual passes at Disneyland every year is because of the many yearly holiday celebrations. We love Mickey’s Halloween party, the fantastic Christmas decorations and holiday themed rides and of course, Easter. There aren’t
Palace on Wheels Train: A Journey Through Rajasthan
Most first-timers in India focus on exploring the well known Golden Triangle area of the country that encompasses Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. It is here that you can experience the hustle and bustle of Old Delhi, while also getting inspired
How to Get a SIM Chip in India
One of the most frustrating things while traveling is not knowing how to stay connected. Historically it has been very difficult to get a SIM chip in India, however I am happy to report things have been streamlined and it’s
Delhi Airport Arrivals – All You Need to Know
I’m returning to India, but for the first time I will be arriving in the middle of the night at an airport I’m not super familiar with. In my search to find out information about Delhi airport arrivals, I found
Best Hotel in Austin for Families – Embassy Suites
Truth time. Finding accommodation is often quite daunting for me. Because of this, it tends to be my least favorite part of travel planning. There are so many options these days between chain hotels, adorable boutique hotels, private home rentals
Traveling by Luxury Trains in India
If you follow me on social media you will have surely heard that I’m heading back to India to catch a ride on one of India’s most famous trains, the Palace on Wheels. Living in India for years I had
Bear Viewing in Alaska with Regal Air
One of the biggest attractions for visitors to Alaska is to see wildlife in their natural habitat. This can be achieved almost everywhere in Alaska from seeing a bald eagle fly overhead in Anchorage to hiking with moose at Flattop Mountain.
Hiking with Kids: Tips to Keep Them Moving
Before moving to Los Angeles, hiking wasn’t on our regular rotation of things to do. However, we quickly learned that it was *the* thing to do in LA. With limited funds and a desire to explore as much of this
The Cliffs Resort Pismo Beach | Luxury on the California Coast
On our recent trip to San Luis Obispo Country with SLO CAL Tourism, we had the amazing opportunity to stay at The Cliffs Spa & Hotel in Pismo Beach. If you are headed to the San Luis Obispo area, there
2018 Travel Dreams
Happy New Year!! I hope your 2018 is off to an exciting start. For the 4th year in a row I am laying out my travel dreams in writing. At this point I have only 1 flight booked, but I
Year in Review | 2017 Summary
It’s that time of year again, where I like to go back and review my year in travel. In a general sense, I feel like 2017 is probably the least travel that I have done in years, but in reality
Language Immersion Family Travel
If you know me, you know how obsessed I am with my son learning other languages. My dreams of him attending a language immersion school were dashed a few years ago, so I’m constantly on the lookout for other opportunities
SkyPark at Santa’s Village : An Outdoor Wonderland
We set out on a foggy overcast day for the mountain town of Skyforest, just outside of Lake Arrowhead and about 30 miles from Big Bear Lake, in search of winter fun at Santa’s Village. As we weaved through light
Idyllwild Camping, Glamping & Fun Things to Do
An Idyllwild camping or glamping trip is the perfect escape for those living in Southern California. This small mountain town is popular with hippies and hikers alike offering an abundance of things to do. Nestled in the San Jacinto mountains
7 Things to Know Before You Go to Alaska
Are you planning a visit to Alaska? If yes, you must keep reading to find out all you need to know before you go to Alaska! While it is a dream trip for many, there is a lot to know
Is the Blue Lagoon Reykjavik really worth it?
Heading to Iceland? And the Blue Lagoon? But you are wondering, is the Blue Lagoon Reykjavik really worth it? Read on for our pros and cons of visiting this iconic Iceland landmark. If you read my post on flying to
Stay Connected in Ireland with Pocket WiFi
In all the years we have been visiting Ireland, we have struggled with our telecommunication options. When we lived in India and would visit the homeland, we were able to switch over to a local SIM card easily. However, it
Explore County Mayo Ireland on the Wild Atlantic Way
After 14 years of visiting Ireland, I was slowly losing my passion for exploring the island, however I am happy to say I have found a corner of the country that has revived my love for all things Irish. County