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Category: Itineraries by Country

  • Connection in Calgary

    Calgary is more than just the gateway to Banff National Park, and many visitors fly in and out of this airport. Don’t miss out on all Calgary has to offer during your next visit! Hot List for Calgary You probably won’t be spending that much time in Calgary on your way to Banff National Park.…

  • Destination: Banff and the Icefields Parkway

    Banff National Park and the surrounding area in Alberta, Canada is the ultimate adventure destination. Read on to find out why you HAVE to visit! Practicalities Currency: Canadian Dollar (CAD) Recommended length of stay: one week Month of visit: September Useful tips: Rent a car. You can get around with shuttles but then you are…

  • A Beautiful Fall Weekend in Sacramento

    If you’re from SoCal and looking for a place with actual seasons to escape to, we have just the place for you. Sacramento is easily accessible and much more affordable than SoCal. There are tons of fun fall-things to enjoy while you’re here! How to Get There The easiest way to get to Sacramento is…

  • Visit the Majestic Redwoods on a Redwoods Road Trip in Coastal Northern California

    This has to be one of our favorite road trips we have ever done and can easily be done over a three day weekend from LA. If you live around the Bay area, you could definitely do it on a regular weekend! Check out this post for more information on our Redwoods road trip! How…

  • Perfect Pool Party Weekend in Scottsdale

    Scottsdale, Arizona makes for an easy and affordable getaway from SoCal and can be enjoyed year-long due to the amazing dry and hot weather! How to Get There Scottsdale is roughly a six hour drive from LA. There’s plenty to do and see along the way. One – stop off at In N Out for…

  • The Ultimate Greece Packing List

    Heading to Greece this summer? Check out this must-have Greece packing list of all the essentials you’ll need! Paperwork Passport – make sure to take a photo of your passport on your phone and email it to yourself as well for backup! COVID-19 vaccination card (or negative test) International Drivers Permit – you’ll need this…

  • The Coolest Greek Island You’ve (Probably) Never Heard Of

    Santorini is the quintessential Greek island and the one that draws the most tourists per season, but did you know of a smaller, dare we say “vibier” island off it’s coast? Read on to find out more about the island of Ios, a hidden paradise. Getting There Ios is extremely accessible from Santorini. The primary…

  • Viva Las Vegas!

    Everything and anything you want to do – you can do it in Las Vegas. Drew Carey Las Vegas is one of the world’s flashiest – and most expensive – cities. We’ve visited many times over the years and have plenty of insider tips to share to make your trip the best it can be.…

  • Fallin’ for Niagara Falls

    Niagara Falls is an amazing and close option for a weekend trip (maybe a 3 day weekend, if you’re coming from the west coast!). Read on to find out how to make the most of your time in this area! FYI – this post will exclusively be about the Canadian side of the falls, which…

  • Destination: Costa Rica

    Adventure, but make it close. Costa Rica literally has everything you could want to make it the ultimate adventure destination. Cloud forests, waterfalls and beaches aplenty and that’s not even including the plethora of sloths, monkeys, turtles and other critters. Practicalities for Costa Rica Currency: Costa Rican colón Recommended length of stay: 1-2 weeks Month…