Travel and adventure blog for those looking for destination ideas and vacation planning tips.
How To Spend 4 Days in West Texas
My 4 Days in West Texas itinerary begins in the charming and quirky little town of Alpine and then takes you to the Davis Mountains for a night at the McDonald Observatory. The following day, the small artsy town of Marfa gets a visit…
Ultimate Road Trip on the Pacific Coast Highway
Making all the top 10 ultimate road trip lists is the incredible Highway 1 to Big Sur, California scenic drive. Whether you start your excursion from southern Cali or from the north as we did, you will enjoy some of the most breathtaking scenery…
South Padre Island In The Offseason
South Padre Island in the offseason is one of the best travel values in Texas. With low hotel rates, no crowds or traffic, and the best beach in the state to yourself, what’s not to love!? Then you add perfect mild temperatures and the…
Best area to stay in Mexicali? The vibrant Zona Dorada!
If you plan on visiting Mexico’s 3rd largest border city, the best area to stay in Mexicali is their vibrant zona dorada! Great restaurants, bars, and shopping are all within walking distance of any hotel you chose in this zone. The golden zone (as…
Amazing 5 Day Mexico City Itinerary! Visit the most popular spots!
This amazing 5 day Mexico City itinerary will have you visit the most popular spots so you can experience Mexico’s rich and beautiful culture, learn about it’s fascinating (yet complicated) history, and indulge on the legendary tacos and Mezcal that this Ancient capital is…
Las Vegas is the ultimate weekend destination!
Las Vegas is the ultimate weekend destination. Whether it’s your first or tenth visit, the feelings generated prior to your trip will be the same. There is an excitement and anticipation as your travel day gets closer that is different from other vacations. You…
Weekend in Louisiana: Big Easy and Lake Charles Getaway!
A weekend in Louisiana visiting New Orleans and Lake Charles is the ideal getaway for those looking for a great scene, amazing food, and a vice or two to indulge. We went on a quick road trip adventure that took us from Houston to…
Last Minute Getaway to Cancun, Mexico!
Spontaneity is the spice of life! Truer words have never been spoken. Embarking on a last minute getaway to Cancun, Mexico is one great way to live in that spirit. I will share how our unplanned adventure started and provide tips on how you…
SPUR OF THE MOMENT ROAD TRIP TO BIG BEND
Spur of the moment road trip to Big Bend materialized after mother nature robbed us the year before from seeing the Milky Way. I was more determined than ever to get back out to Big Bend so that my kids could experience the unbelievable…
Exciting Road Trip Adventure to South Dakota
Some of the best times in one’s life are those unplanned moments. Our road trip adventure to South Dakota was one of those. My wife and I seldom discussed this state when we would talk about our US travel bucket list and to be…