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12 Apr

Timber Cove Resort: An Absolutely Phenomenal Stay On The Sonoma Coast

Why, hello! First off, how did you find this post? You must have been looking up stuff about Timber Cove Resort or the Sonoma Coast. Which, if you did, you’re my kind of person (slow travelers, unite)! I’ll be honest with you, though, even as a Northern Californian, I had never even heard of Jenner, CA (let alone Timber Cove Resort) until Papu randomly got invited on a Sonoma Coast retreat with Challenge Butter and Yelp. We’ve road tripped the Mendocino Coast and Fort Bragg area before, but we always drove...

22 Mar

Calico Ghost Town, CA: The Coolest Old West Pit Stop On Your Way To Las Vegas

If you’ve read enough of my travel guides, you’re probably already aware of my soft spot for anything old-timey. Historic towns, quirky roadside attractions, forgotten little landmarks turned into art exhibits, etc, those are the kinds of stops that make a road trip memorable! And when it comes to Old West towns, Calico Ghost Town is one of my favorite offbeat stops in the California desert. I’ve actually been to Calico Ghost Town three separate times, usually while road-tripping with friends who have never heard of it before. And before you...

14 Mar

Columbia River Gorge: 18 Amazing Things To Do On Your Epic Day Trip

The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is one of those places that makes you pull over every five minutes because the views somehow keep getting better the deeper into it you go. Between the waterfalls, cliffside viewpoints, and forest hikes, it’s no surprise the area was designated a National Scenic Area in the first place! I’ve driven through the Gorge four times now, and I still get excited every time we start cruising along the Historic Columbia River Highway. This 70-mile scenic byway is widely considered one of the most...

8 Mar

Columbia River Gorge In Half A Day: 5 Waterfalls, 1 Hike, and Endless Awe

If it’s your first time visiting the Columbia River Gorge, chances are you’ve been captivated by the photos you’ve seen: towering waterfalls, mossy cliffs, dramatic river views… the list of pretty things to see is seemingly endless. And then you start putting your list together and realize… wait, am I about to spend 12+ hours driving around, hiking nonstop, and eating granola bars for every meal? You very well could have that type of road trip (we’ve done the full-day version ourselves), but if you’re the type to just dip a...

25 Feb

Knysna, Graaff-Reinet, Garden Route, And Kruger National Park Travel, Breathtaking Views And Unmatched Coastal Charm Make It The Ultimate Road Trip Experience In South Africa

Knysna, Graaff-Reinet, Garden Route, And Kruger National Park Travel, Breathtaking Views And Unmatched Coastal Charm Make It The Ultimate Road Trip Experience In South Africa South Africa has become increasingly popular among global travelers, thanks to its diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife, and breathtaking coastlines. Road trips in the country have evolved from a simple mode of transportation to an immersive experience. Travelers now have the freedom to explore the country at their own pace, taking in the beauty of nature and rich culture along the way. The popularity of self-drive tourism...

29 Jan

Four day Munnar Thekkady road trip itinerary

Four day Munnar Thekkady road trip itinerary If you are planning a trip to Kerala in India, then Munnar and Thekkady should both be on your itinerary. Located in the Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage biodiversity hotspot, Munnar is a beautiful hill station with an abundance of stunning vistas. The tea plantations of Munnar are among the top attractions of Kerala. Thekkady, the spice capital of Kerala, awakens your olfactory senses with a blast of fresh, fragrant scents.  Munnar and Thekkady are within driving distance of each other – about a...

29 Jan

How to Find a Cheap Car Rental

I love road trips. You get in car and can just head off anywhere you want. There’s a freedom to a road trip that you can’t get with trains (and, don’t get me wrong, I love train travel too). Small towns, beautiful parks, historic buildings….whatever you see, you can stop for and can stay as little or as long as you’d like! Over the years, I’ve been on dozens of road trips. Some destinations are just meant for them (think New Zealand, Ireland, Iceland, the United States, South Africa, etc,...