As one of the first UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites in the world, with the outskirts of the city extending about a kilometer away from the equator, Quito, Ecuador is a very special city. As soon as you arrive, you’ll be captivated by this expansive capital city, built on the sides of dramatic mountains and…
Salem, the capital city of Oregon, is located in the heart of the Willamette Valley. It’s around an hour away from Portland. As the capital city, Salem is known for its historic downtown area, with landmarks like the Oregon State Capital and Riverfront City Park. Downtown is also a great place to hang out, whether…
We absolutely love visiting Montreal, Quebec, Canada. If you’re short on time, we’ve distilled the best things into a perfect 2 day Montreal itinerary for you. About Montreal as a Destination: Our Take Whenever we talk to people about must-visit travel destinations, Montreal is rarely high on peoples’ lists. We confess, this used to be…
If it’s your first time visiting Hawaii, then Oahu is one of the best places to get to know the beautiful state. We’ll help you plan the perfect trip with our Oahu 5 day itinerary. Oahu is the third largest of the Hawaiian islands and is home to state capital, Honolulu, where Jedd grew up….
Personally, I think September in Italy is one of the best times for visitors. In fact, I’m writing this from Italy now, in September, as we typically come here in Autumn. Italy in September and early October usually means good weather and beautiful sunsets. While there are still crowds in Italy’s top destinations and main…
Located on the Adriatic coast of Montenegro, Kotor is a beautiful tourist destination. The region where it’s situated, the Bay of Kotor, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its architecture, surrounding landscapes, rich history, and Mediterranean culture. Kotor is also conveniently located nearby the Croatian city of Dubrovnik, another top Balkan destination and…
Hidden gems in the Willamette Valley are plentiful. Whether you’re looking for a road trip to stop on I-5, planning a day trip from Portland, or you’re a Willamette Valley local looking to explore new places, this list of best things to do in the Mid-Willamette Valley will help. I grew up in the Willamette…
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…
If you’re visiting beautiful Fort Collins, Colorado, here’s a guide to the top things to do, where to stay, and places to eat to make your Fort Collins trip amazing. Our Fort Collins Trip Jedd and I had the pleasure of visiting Fort Collins, Colorado on our Rockies Mountains road trip. We met up with…
If you’re traveling to London for a short stay, you may be wondering how to see the main London sights as well as get off the beaten path a little. These travel tips for London will help you do both. Updated: July 2020. Originally published: July 2015. Our London Trip When we flew into London,…