Destinations

I was born and raised in Arkansas. Most people I come across in my travels have never been to the state. Sometimes they’ve never even heard of it. When they ask, “What’s in Arkansas?” I lightheartedly respond, “A lot of rice.” All jokes…

Would you like to live like the lord of the manor in your very own, free Italian castle? Silly question, right? But if you answered yes, you’re in luck! Italian officials are handing over more than 100 castles, monasteries, and farmhouses…

When my boyfriend (now husband) and I got serious, I decided to move to his hometown just south of Atlanta, Georgia. Not exactly a big city gal, I was hesitant to start a life in a place with skyscrapers, crowds, and traffic. However, I…

When most people think about New York their minds immediately go to the bright lights and busy streets of the big city. In reality, upstate New York is a sweeping, beautiful state that has much to offer the outdoorsy and adventurous type.…

Would you like a waterfall with that hike? If the answer is, “yes, please!” you’ll definitely want to read on and discover more about the best, super-sized, no-cal waterfall hikes in the US (fries not included!). Niagara Gorge Rim…

The bustling city of Sofia, Bulgaria is one of the most affordable and interesting capitals in all of Europe. Thanks to its rich and diverse history, there's a wealth of architecture and themes that run strong through the center of the…

Unlike fortified European castles, America’s castles were built to showcase their owners’ social status and wealth. They were erected not to warn medieval enemies to stay away, but instead to broadcast the prestige and importance of the…

If you're thinking of heading away on an exotic trip to Japan, wait just one moment. While there are loads of fascinating things to see in this country, the last thing you want to do is cause offense. The problem is that their customs are…

Even the most fanatical, die-hard couch potato has to stretch their legs every now and then. Why not consider a vacation getaway to the scenic locales where your favorite tv shows are filmed? Here are a few of the best on-scene locations of…

In 2015, I took a road trip from my home in Arkansas out to California. My goal was to experience some of America’s greatest sights and cities. A road trip out West is something I believe every nomad with a reliable car should partake in.…