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Four Must See Tulum Cenotes
What is a cenote? A cenote is a sinkhole in limestone that forms a pool at the bottom. These cenotes are especially found on the Yucatan Peninsula. This part of Mexico has a vast underground river system that feeds these cenotes with clear, fresh water. These cenotes can be found either above ground or in caves. Here I have provided a list of four of my most recommended cenotes. They are each beautifully unique. Two of the recommendations are above ground and two can be found in caves. Gran Cenote Best for: Instagram Worthy Shots Gran Cenote is one of the most popular cenotes and for good reason, too. Located…
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A Quick Guide to Visiting Tulum
My first trip to Mexico was such a great experience! We chose Tulum because we wanted to be near the beach and the opportunity to be immersed in the local culture while still benefiting from the amenities and safety of local tourism. And I am so glad we picked Tulum for our first trip to Mexico, let me share a little bit with you about why you should also visit Tulum and what to do while you’re there! Before You Go Bring Pesos with You We found that the best exchange rate was from our banks at home. Most places took USD but at a lower exchange rate than we…
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A Guide to Hiking Angels Landing in the Winter
Post Topic: Tips for Hiking the Exhilarating Angels Landing in the Winter Zion National Park, in Southern Utah, is some of the most spectacular landscape in the North America. This national park features red rock canyons and cliffs. Winter in Zion Canyon is usually fairly mild but may be chilly at times. Lows average in the low 30s with highs in the mid 50s. Are you planning a trip to Zion National Park? You may find this article helpful: What to do in Zion National Park without the Shuttle Are you planning a larger trip to Utah? You may also like these articles: Utah’s Mighty 5 Ranked Best to Worst…
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How to See Los Angeles in One Day
Have you ever wondered if it was possible to see Los Angeles in one day? Well let me tell you, it is! Here I have listed six of my favorite LA spots that you can see in one day. And while this list is not an exhaustive list of LA sites, you will still get a feel of the culture and beauty of Los Angeles. We started at LAX when our plane landed at 7am on Saturday. After picking up our rental car, we drove to Venice to snap a few pictures of the Venice Canals. Oh my goodness, these houses were some of the cutest I have ever seen.…
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Channel Islands National Park – Santa Cruz Island
Little fact about me, I am a huge national park enthusiast and never pass up on an opportunity to check another park off of my list! A month ago, when my husband suggested that we fly into LA for a couple of days, I agreed as long as we could spend a day at Channel Islands National Park. After that was settled, I immediately started researching which island to see and how to get there. Channel Islands National Park is comprised of five beautiful islands off the coast of Southern California. We settled on Santa Cruz Island, which offers day hiking options with epic cliff and beach views. The island…
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Magical Maine Road Trip Itinerary: Lighthouses, Whales & More
Post Topic: The Best Maine Road Trip Itinerary Maine had been on my bucket list for so many years – I’d see glorious photographs of Maine’s rugged granite coasts and knew that one day I’d have to explore this incredible state. And a few years ago, my dreams of Maine became reality. We planned a magical road trip through Maine along the coast that was full of ocean views, lobster, lighthouses, and of course, blueberries. Is your trip to Maine a part of a larger trip to New England? You may also like this Fall New England Road Trip post. How to Get to Maine For most travelers in the…
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5 Extraordinary Things to do in Death Valley National Park
Post Topic: Things to do in Death Valley National Park Let me start off by saying, Death Valley was the last national park I saw myself visiting. The name alone deterred me, who wants to visit a place named after death? All I knew about the park was that it was nothing but desert and hot. Too hot. Summer temperatures reach into the 120s (F) with the record temperature reaching a whopping 134 degrees (F). Death Valley is essentially known best for two things: being both the hottest and lowest place in the United States. Meaning that it’s best to visit in the winter months to avoid the scorching temps…
