A visit to London and Paris is a classic European trip. Climb the Eiffel Tower, stroll up the Champs-Elysees, visit the world-class museums of the Louvre and the British Museum, and even take a day trip to Stonehenge. On this London Paris itinerary, visit two of Europe’s grandest cities and make some lifelong memories. For […]
Three days in Paris is just enough time to see the city’s biggest sights, explore a few of its most beautiful neighborhoods, and even squeeze in a trip to Versailles. In this 3-day Paris itinerary, you’ll visit the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, Musée d’Orsay, Montmartre, and Arc de Triomphe, with a half-day visit to […]
Utrecht has all the charm of Amsterdam with a fraction of the crowds. Here’s how to spend one perfect day in Utrecht on a day trip from Amsterdam. Utrecht doesn’t get nearly the attention it deserves. Less than 30 minutes by train from Amsterdam, it offers the same picture-perfect canals, centuries-old architecture, and charming street […]
Turkey is an amazing country to explore. With 10 days, you can tour Istanbul, explore the fairytale land of Cappadocia, and visit the ancient Roman ruins of Ephesus. Highlights of this Turkey itinerary include a visit to the Hagia Sophia, shopping in the Grand Bazaar, hiking in Cappadocia, and a magical hot air balloon ride, […]
Budapest is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, with grand architecture, spectacular views of the Danube River, historic thermal baths, and a lively food and nightlife scene. With 2 days in Budapest, you have enough time to visit the city’s most famous landmarks, explore both sides of the Danube, and enjoy a few experiences that […]
With 5 days in New York City, you can visit the icons of New York…the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Times Square, and Central Park…and also have enough time to explore different neighborhoods, try new foods, and see a Broadway show. We put together this 5 day New York City itinerary to help […]
Bhutan is a tiny country that is nestled among the mightiest mountains in the world. This is the land of dramatic mountain scenery, Buddhism, prayer wheels, dzongs, ancient traditions, chilies and cheese, rice terraces, and some of the most beautiful woodworking you will ever see. With one week in Bhutan, you can explore the cultural […]
Siena rewards everyone who visits, whether you have one day in Siena or five. We know, because we’ve done both. Our first trip was a full five nights. We used Siena as our base for exploring the Tuscan hill towns, and most evenings ended the same way: the four of us heading down to Piazza […]
Brooklyn is one of New York City’s hot spots to visit. With historic neighborhoods, a fabulous food scene, and some of the best views of the Manhattan skyline, this is a great place to add to your New York itinerary. With one day in Brooklyn, you can walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, visit Dumbo, and […]
Peru is an extraordinary travel destination. With this Peru itinerary, you can visit the historic city of Cusco, tour several small towns in the Andes Mountains, walk on the famous Inca trail, spend a day at magical Machu Picchu, and even explore the steamy Amazon jungle. Peru still remains one of our favorite travel destinations. […]
What started out as a little travel blog to keep friends and family up-to-date about our around the world trip has grown into something much bigger. This unexpected journey has been a life changing experience, not only for me, but also for Tim, Tyler, and Kara. This post takes you through the evolution of this […]
Copenhagen, with its colorful buildings, fabulous food scene, and laid-back atmosphere, is a great city to visit on a European tour. We’ve been twice, first for a two-day tour of the city, and again on a quick layover between a flight from New York to Rome. This itinerary is curated from both of those trips, […]
With one day in Stockholm, you have just enough time to tour City Hall and learn about the Nobel Prize, stroll the photogenic streets of Gamla Stan, and see the Vasa, a warship that was a big “oops!” in Swedish history. For us, Stockholm felt like the best of Paris, Prague, and Copenhagen, all blended […]
If you like the idea of exploring sand dunes, climbing down into an extinct volcano, hiking through canyons, and seeing one of the United States’ most unique landscapes, Death Valley is calling your name. With 2 days in Death Valley, you can see the main highlights, although more time allows you to explore further. This […]
There’s just something about London. With its iconic skyline, trendy neighborhoods, world-class museums, and long list of popular attractions, London is a city that every traveler should visit. We put together this 5-day London itinerary to help you have the best experience here. In general, we grouped sites together based on their location in order […]
If you are planning a trip to Berlin, you should know that there is a lot more to see here than just the Berlin Wall and the Brandenburg Gate. Berlin is the largest city in Germany and one of the largest cities in the European Union. It’s a diverse city filled with world-class museums, beautiful […]
Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks sit side by side in central California. Filled with alpine peaks, deep canyons, and the largest trees in the world, you could spend several days here. However, if you only have one day, you have just enough time to visit the highlights of both parks. We visited Kings Canyon […]
With 2 days in Rome, you have just enough time to visit the city’s biggest sights, including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, Trevi Fountain, and Pantheon. This itinerary is designed for first-time visitors who want to see the highlights without wasting time crisscrossing the city. Day 1 focuses on Ancient Rome […]