Travel

If you’ve been wondering where I’ve been, you’re not alone. Over the past almost two years, you’ve still seen a few travel photos and the very occasional adventure. Looking from the outside, you could probably tell life was not carrying on as it used to. I wanted to share a little more from the inside …

Driving the Arizona Sidewinder on historic Route 66 is one of the most dramatic and memorable road trips in the American Southwest. This famous stretch of original Route 66 winds through the rugged Black Mountains of Arizona, featuring steep gradients, 191 curves, 8 miles, no guardrails, and scenic desert vistas. It’s a classic slice of Mother …

Tucked deep in West Texas, Terlingua, Texas feels like stepping into another world. With vast desert landscapes, abandoned buildings frozen in time, legendary dark skies, and immediate access to Big Bend National Park, Terlingua is a must-visit destination for travelers who crave rugged beauty, quirky towns, and unforgettable experiences. This guide to visiting Terlingua covers where to stay, what …

One of the most unique and memorable experiences in West Texas happens at a quiet corner of Big Bend National Park—where you can walk or take a short boat ride across the Rio Grande and enjoy lunch in Mexico.This international crossing leads to the tiny village of Boquillas del Carmen, offering travelers an authentic, low-key Mexican cultural experience unlike anywhere …

If you’re searching for the perfect Jekyll Island sunset, skip the busy oceanfront and head to the quiet west side of the island. St. Andrew’s Beach (not to be confused with St Andrew Beach on the east side of the island), is one of the best places to watch the sun sink into the water, with scattered driftwood …

There is no better way to understand the soul of Georgia than by leaving the highways behind and letting the backroads guide your day. These winding two-lane roads cut through farmland, pine forests, tiny crossroads towns, and forgotten communities—each with a story waiting in silence. Along these routes lie some of the most meaningful historic …

There’s something undeniably magical about Christmas in Georgia. As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, towns big and small begin to glow with millions of twinkling lights, whimsical displays, nostalgic scenes, and family-friendly holiday adventures. Whether you prefer strolling through botanical gardens draped in sparkling colors, driving winding farm roads filled with …

When you wander through Scotland, it’s easy to be swept away by the rolling green hills, misty lochs, and the haunting ruins that whisper tales of the past. But if you pause and look closer—beneath the grand castles and cobbled lanes—you’ll find one of the country’s most charming details quietly waiting to be noticed: its …

There was a time when I saw the world through rose-colored glasses. Everything shimmered with possibility — sunsets painted the sky in poetry, laughter filled the corners of my days, and even the simplest joys felt alive. But pain has a way of dulling things. It sneaks in quietly, slowly dimming the light that once …

Does Georgia Have Wineries? Absolutely! Georgia’s wine scene is flourishing, with over 95 wineries and vineyards scattered throughout the state. When I first wrote this guide in 2022, there were just 73 wineries. Since then, Georgia’s wine landscape has blossomed, welcoming new boutique vineyards and revitalizing family-owned estates that highlight the region’s diversity of soil, …