7 Best Things to Do in Portland, OR on a Rainy Day
If you’re visiting Portland from the late Fall to early Spring, chances are you’ll want to plan for a decent amount of rain. But don’t be too concerned, as the …
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Best Things to Do in Portland, OR in the Fall: A Local’s Guide for Visitors
It is a common opinion of Portlanders that Fall is the best time of year in our beloved city, and I couldn’t agree more. As we start breaking out the …
Portland Waterfall Day Trip: Guide to A 1-day PNW Drive
The scenic highways of the Hood River make for a Portland day trip that’s perfect for locals and tourists alike. In this guide written by a Portland local, you’ll learn …
Portland Without a Car: Tips to Navigate like a Local
Getting around Portland, Oregon without a car is easy with these tips for exploring the city carless! In this article, I’ll share with you some of the best ways to …
1 Day in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park + Easy Packing Tips
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park was the highlight of my recent birthday trip to Hawaii. In this post, I share: In Hawaii, I had the opportunity to travel with my best …
7 Ways to Beat Hawaii Jetlag & Enjoy Your Whole Vacation
The lethargy, grogginess, and exhaustion of jet lag can sometimes shave days off an otherwise amazing vacation. In this article, we’ll discuss ways that travelers to Hawaii can minimize the …
11 Fun Things To Do on Coconut Island in Hilo, Hawaii
Coconut Island is a Hawaiian island a little too small for development but big enough to serve as a place of retreat for both Hawaiian natives and visitors for centuries. …
Camping in East Glacier National Park with Young Kids – Do’s and Don’ts
Glacier National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks in the contiguous US (don’t worry, Alaska, we aren’t comparing your remote and breathtaking parks in this mix!). From …
Six Things to Pack in Your Hilo, Hawaii, Packing List
Packing well for a trip to Hilo, Hawaii, requires being prepared for the unique challenges of landscape and weather. In this article, I share my packing list for Hilo – …
3 Hacks for Thriving in Humid Travel Destinations
When traveling in extremely humid conditions, unique strategies and a specialized packing list can help minimize the discomfort of extremely humid destinations. As a former resident of Seattle, a child …