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One of the often overlooked benefits of house-sitting is the ability to try out different living arrangements before you settle down. In this post, we share the unique opportunity we had to house sit a friend’s tiny home in Portland, Oregon for three weeks. Updated: 2021. Originally published: May 2015. We really loved the…
In recent years the Indonesian island of Bali has become an extremely popular tourist destination due to its stunning natural landscape, cultural heritage, exotic wildlife, and affordable costs. Due to its thriving tourist scene, there are a multitude of incredible experiences which can be enjoyed across the island that many visitors do not have the…
June 5, 2021 is National Trails Day. To help promote and celebrate the importance of trails, we’ve updated our Top Hikes list. Find a National Trails Day event near you Our Best Hikes and Trails Around the World Though National Trails Day takes place in the United States, we couldn’t help but include some favorite…
I may be biased, but Oregon is pretty awesome. I (Michelle) was born and raised in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Jedd and I met in 2007 and lived in Portland until 2011, when we joined the Peace Corps. Now Oregon is our home base. In this post, we reflect on what makes living in…
We put together this list of must-try foods in Jamaica to help travelers experience the culture through typical Jamaican dishes. We also share some reflections on what we’ve learned about Jamaican food culture and traditions. Enjoy! This post originally appeared on our personal blog while we were serving with Peace Corps in Jamaica in 2014….
For a destination that offers everything you could wish for – the sea and mountains, cultural treasures, the countryside and urban life – few destinations beat the Old Continent: Europe. When to Visit European Countries With so many different countries and climates, it’s not always easy to know the best times to visit a particular…
Online work out videos have long been a part of our fitness routine, whether we’re working out while traveling or from home. Once the pandemic hit and travel stopped, we expanded our exercise routine with at home workout videos that also brought a fun, international experience back into our lives. These videos are a win-win-win…
Cohasset, Massachusetts is a small but plentiful destination to visit near Boston. We put together this quick guide so you don’t miss the unique places you can explore and various activities you can do in this hidden gem. From long hikes and sandy beaches to farmer’s markets, you will never run out of adventures. If…
Driving to Banff? Here’s why we loved taking the scenic route from Vancouver to Banff National Park by way of Kelowna and Revelstoke, British Columbia. Our Road Trip to Banff When I plan a road trip, I try to make intentional choices about the route we take. Do we want to get there as quick…
Are you looking for a great list of things to do in Denver, Colorado? We hope this guide to Denver things to do will help you plan your trip. Updated: November 2020. Originally published: August 2014. About Visiting Denver, Colorado Denver, the largest city in Colorado, is known for its world-class cultural attractions, thriving beer…