Last updated April 2026 Zakynthos Island, also known as Zante, is one of the most diverse Greek islands I’ve visited. The southern tip near Vasilikos is lined with sandy beaches and local restaurants tucked among groves of trees. The main port, Port of Zakynthos, where most visitors arrive by boat or plane, is lively and packed with shops and restaurants…
Read the PostLast Updated May 2026 The Cook Islands is my go-to recommendation anytime someone asks me about a tropical getaway. There is something so special about experiencing a destination so beautiful with so little crowds. From the crystal clear turquoise water of Aitutaki to the tropical jungles of Rarotonga, a getaway in the Cook Islands is what a tropical vacation should…
Read the PostIf you’re looking for things to do on Santorini, where to stay, how to get there – or trying to determine which Greek Island to choose for an upcoming trip, then this travel guide should have you covered. Last updated February 2026 Santorini is truly one of the most breathtaking destinations in Greece. As a volcanic caldera with a unique…
Read the PostLast updated March 2026 After spending time on the French Riviera, we made our way north to the Provence region of France to experience the lavender fields in full bloom. Typically, the perfect time to visit and see lavender is mid-July. Our days were long, with the sun rising early in the morning and setting around 10pm each night. It’s…
Read the PostLast Updated May 2026 I’ve been wanting to visit the Gorges du Verdon for years. Located a couple hours north of the French Riviera and east of the Provence region, the Gorges du Verdon is the perfect add-on to any South of France trip. We visited mid-July after our trip to Provence and opted to stay nearby in Cotignac, a…
Read the PostAlesund, Norway – Storfjord Hotel A boutique Norwegian getaway. forest views, fine dining and relaxation amidst Norway’s beautiful west coast fjords. There’s been a trend lately of maximizing trip time; combining city breaks with nature getaways. If you want to feel removed on your own slice of Norwegian paradise, Storfjord Hotel is the place. One photo of this hotel and…
Read the PostLofoten, Norway – Nusfjord Arctic Resort This scenic, sleepy part of Norway known for its jaw-dropping fjords and quaint fishing villages. Hotel Website | Link to Book Like most of our trips these days, our time in Norway was planned very last minute. When we found out we would be making our way to Svalbard, I hopped online to see…
Read the PostIt was so fun reliving the memories of our honeymoon in Tahiti while getting these photos together! I’ve been trying to sit and compile them for awhile now, and other projects just kept getting in the way. But, with our one year anniversary just around the corner, it was time. We split our Tahitian honeymoon week between two different locations:…
Read the PostIt’s been awhile since I’ve set foot somewhere that completely takes my breath away. Don’t get me wrong, Jacob and I have gone to some incredible places these past few months (the Dead Sea, Lech and Lapland, to name a few). But there’s something about the unspoiled white sand beaches and tropical landscapes of the Cook Islands that is completely…
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