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day trip to Carvers Creek

How To Plan A Day Trip To Carvers Creek State Park, NC


Let’s say you’re new to living in the Fayetteville area and want to start getting out and about to explore. Where do you even start? Today’s post is for you and the place I’m sharing is a great place to start. It’s easy to get to, not too far from Fort Bragg, and very beginner-friendly. Also, if you’re nervous about…

Hiking in Weymouth Woods

How To Plan A Day Out Hiking in Weymouth Woods, Southern Pines


Today I’m posting a little throwback to the first outing I did since moving to North Carolina. This is a hike I did when I first got here and was still living in a hotel room. We rented a car for errands and maximized it by throwing in a family hike. Oh the relief to be out in nature again!…

apple cider donuts near Fayetteville

Where To Get The Best Apple Cider Donuts Near Fayetteville


When I moved to North Carolina I was told I had to try apple cider donuts. It seemed that if I was going to be experiencing east coast traditions, this one wasn’t optional. I wasn’t going to question the good advice of people who recommend things to me and I’ll try anything twice so it was added to my list.…

Spa hotels near Vicenza

Treat Yo’Self – 5 Awesome Luxury Spa Hotels Near Vicenza


One of the things on my bucket list while living in Vicenza was to have an epic treat yo’self staycation. It presented a problem though because I kind of had this staycation on a pedestal. I knew it was going to be on the pricey side so I wanted to make sure I got value for my money and I…

Viking things to do in Stockholm

Awesome Viking Things To Do In Stockholm During A Weekend Visit


Let’s not pretend that this is all there is to do in Stockholm. But, since there has been somewhat of a Viking theme on my blog, I’m following the trend, OK? So here’s a guide to some of the awesome Viking things to do in Stockholm. I visited over New Year’s and these are some of the things I enjoyed,…

tips for visiting the Amalfi Coast

10 Tips For Visiting The Amalfi Coast And What To Expect There


It’s one of the most popular destinations in Italy. And, while I think it’s generally pretty overrated, I think it’s absolutely worth visiting to see for yourself, swim at the beaches, eat all the seafood pasta, and buy everything with a lemon print. Today I’m sharing my top 10 tips for visiting the Amalfi Coast so you know what to…

Is A Private Boat Tour Of Capri Worth It When Visiting The Amalfi Coast?


Look, between the hiked up prices, crowds, and commercialized beaches, I’ll be the first to admit that I think the Amalfi Coast is one of the more overrated places in Italy. In saying that, it’s definitely worth a visit and also well worth visiting the nearby island of Capri. For me, I knew I didn’t want to spend the day…

Things to do near Rufina

Things To Do Near Rufina When You Spend A Weekend In Tuscany


Are you dreaming of a weekend in the rolling hills of Tuscany? It’s really easy to make that dream happen if you’re based in Vicenza because it’s just a hop, skip, and a jump away. Perfect for a weekend or long weekend away. While I was looking over some of my posts, I realized I had never created a guide…

Easy hikes near Vicenza

14 Easy Hikes Near Vicenza – Kid And Dog Friendly Day Trips


If you need to get out of the house but don’t know where to start, I’ve gotchu. Here’s a guide to some easy hikes near Vicenza that are both kid and dog-friendly. These are great to get you started on your adventures when you first move to Vicenza because most are fairly close, then you can go further into the…

How To Hike To Brent De L’Art – The Grand Canyon Of Italy


Coming to you today with another easy day trip idea. I like that it’s something a little different to add variety to your adventures – not that mountains ever get old, but it’s fun to keep things different and throw in a gorge every now and then, right? This one’s got an easy hike, water to cool off in, and…