We flew to Costa Rica in late February 2025 and spent two weeks driving a loop from San Jose to Manuel Antonio, through the cloud forests of Monteverde, and up to La Fortuna at the base of Arenal Volcano. This 10-day Costa Rica itinerary is almost exactly how we did it, and we came home […]
On this southern Spain and Portugal itinerary, visit Seville, Córdoba, Granada, Ronda, and the Algarve. This itinerary can be done all year, but it is best in the spring and fall. We wrote this itinerary after several trips to Spain and Portugal, combining our favorite experiences in Andalusia and the Algarve. Start in Seville, a […]
Cruise the Milford Sound, hike Roy’s Peak in Wanaka, go kayaking in Abel Tasman, spend a few days in Queenstown, drive the Southern Scenic Route, go wine tasting in Marlborough and Central Otago, soar over the glaciers from Franz Josef, and go on one of best road trips in the world. On this 3-week New […]
For first timers to Portugal, Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve typically top the “must-see list.” With 10 days in Portugal, you have enough time to visit these three places and add on a day trip to Sintra. In this guide, we lay out a detailed Lisbon, Porto, and Algarve itinerary. We cover the best things […]
If you’re planning a New Zealand North Island itinerary, this guide offers flexible routes for 5 days, 7 days, 10 days, and 2 weeks. Whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, these itineraries balance iconic highlights with lesser-known local gems. We have road tripped through the North Island three times, exploring from the […]
2 days in Sydney is the perfect amount of time to see all the top attractions without hurry. From the Opera House, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach, and much more, you’re bound to check off some bucket-list destinations. In this guide, we lay out a 2-day itinerary for visiting Sydney. We cover the best […]
We have visited New Zealand three times, and in this guide, we provide three different ways to plan a two-week South Island itinerary. There’s a lot to see and do on the South Island, and this guide gives you the opportunity to pick the road trip that best fits your interests. Two of these itineraries […]
With 10 days on the South Island of New Zealand, you have just enough time to visit several top spots. Queenstown, Wanaka, the Milford Sound, and seeing Aoraki / Mount Cook (New Zealand’s tallest mountain) all top the list, but you also have the option to add on the Southern Scenic Route, Akaroa, Abel Tasman, […]
Samoa and American Samoa are two countries that sit side-by-side in the South Pacific. They are separated by the International Date Line but share a lot of similarities. If you are planning your Samoa and American Samoa itinerary, there are multiple ways to do it. The biggest factors are where you are coming from and […]
For those who want to tour the highlights of Bali in less than a week, this 5 day Bali itinerary is the best way to do it. Bali is a tropical paradise that has become well-popularized due to its photogenic beaches, mountains, rice fields, and waterfalls. The island contains a rich culture featured within its […]
Planning a trip to Tuscany? This guide covers everything you need to build the perfect itinerary, whether you have 3 days, 5 days, or a full week. How long should you spend here? Where should you stay? Should you rent a car? What towns are worth visiting? These are all questions that may be running […]
With Christmas lights sparkling over the city streets, ice rinks and Christmas markets popping up throughout town, Christmas themed afternoon tea, and pubs and restaurants decorated for the holidays, December is a magical time to visit London. This London Christmas itinerary combines the most festive places in London with London’s top sights. You’ll visit Westminster […]
Planning a Dolomites itinerary can feel overwhelming. With its towering peaks, storybook alpine villages, epic hikes, and scenic drives around every corner, how do you decide what’s worth your time? In this guide, we make it simple. We break the Dolomites into easy, day-by-day itineraries that you can mix and match to build your perfect […]
In this guide, learn how to spend 2 days in Paris. We cover the top sights to visit, how to get around, where to stay, and of course, how to plan your time. If you are planning your first visit to Paris, this Paris itinerary is perfect for you. With 2 days in Paris, you […]
Visiting Venice for just one day? This guide gives you three proven one-day Venice itineraries, whether you want to see the must-do sights, avoid crowds, or explore at a slower pace. If you are planning to spend one day in Venice, there are several ways to do it. Do you want to spend the day […]
If you are planning your first trip to Venice, this Venice itinerary is perfect for you. With 2 days in Venice, you have just enough time to visit the highlights of this beautiful city and stroll the canals. Tour Doges Palace, visit St. Mark’s Basilica, drift through the canals on a gondola, and explore the […]
St. Thomas and St. John are two of the three main US Virgin Islands. These two islands sit side by side and are connected by a short ferry ride, and together they make a fantastic Caribbean getaway. On this US Virgin Islands itinerary, learn how to plan the perfect one week trip to these two […]
Yellowstone and Grand Teton are two of the most popular national parks in the USA. These two parks sit by side and together they create an incredible vacation destination. Hike into the Tetons, explore the geyser basins and hot springs in Yellowstone, and spot elk, bison and bear as you tour the parks. If you […]