There is something truly inspiring about the diversity of our National Parks, Monuments, and Lands. From towering mountains to deep canyons, our country offers an incredible array of landscapes. Our recent trip to Key West gave us a chance to check one of the most remote and unique parks off the list: Dry Tortugas National […]
Day Trip to Dry Tortugas: Visiting the Mighty Ocean Fortress of Fort Jefferson Read More »
Nine years ago this month, Justin and I embarked on our first international trip together—an adventure that would define our shared love for exploration. Just a few days after exploring the charming ruins of Cahal Pech in Belize, we embarked on a highly anticipated bus tour for a day visit to Tikal from San Ignacio.
Day Trip: Amazing visit to Tikal from San Ignacio, Belize Read More »
It was today, nine years ago, that our adventure in Belize began with a captivating dive into ancient Maya history at Cahal Pech, just a stone’s throw from San Ignacio. Cahal Pech offered a charming and intimate introduction to the Maya world that was uniquely its own. Getting to Cahal Pech was wonderfully easy from
A Relaxing morning roaming Cahal Pech in San Ignacio, Belize Read More »
When Justin suggested a day trip to Hadrian’s Wall from Edinburgh, I’ll admit, my knowledge of its significance was minimal. I knew it was old, and… well, it was a wall. But trusting his passion for history and Rabbie’s reputation for excellent small-group tours, I signed us up for the “Hadrian’s Wall, Roman Britain &
Day Trip from Edinburgh to Hadrian’s Wall, Roman Britain & the Scottish Borders Read More »
Nestled in eastern Oklahoma, the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center offers a fascinating glimpse into a prehistoric American Indian culture that thrived in this region centuries ago. Our recent visit was a journey back in time, a chance to explore the remnants of a significant Mississippian Period site and learn about the Spiro people who built
A Walk Around the Spiro Mounds Read More »
A short but packed stop in Northern Arizona and Southern Utah—where 900-year-old cliff dwellings, a legendary Route 66 town, one unforgettable song, and some of the Southwest’s most surreal geology made our road trip come alive. Flagstaff was a fantastic home base for us—really just two full days of exploring, sandwiched by two travel days
Flagstaff & Beyond: Ancient Ruins, Route 66, and Desert Wonders Read More »
Is a Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Tour Worth It? An Honest Review When you are planning a whirlwind trip to London, certain monuments feel completely non-negotiable. You see photos of ancient stones and historic universities on every travel blog, and you think to yourself: “I’m already there, I have to go see it.” That
Why I Regret My Stonehenge and Oxford Tour from London (An Honest Review) Read More »
This was my first trip to Spain and I was excited, but also wished I spent a little time reviewing some Spanish words/phrases. Justin had a bit of a head start on me in the Spanish language department — I showed up knowing how to ask where the bathroom is, please, thank you, your welcome,
12 day Itinerary: Barcelona, Málaga & Madrid — Fun Days of Tapas, History & Cava Read More »