Itineraries

Over the years, we’ve learned a thing or two about crafting memorable trips, balancing exploration with relaxation, and making the most of our time on the road (and beyond).

Here, we’ll be sharing some of our favorite tried-and-tested itineraries, ranging from quick weekend getaways to more extended adventures. Whether you’re dreaming of a scenic road trip along a breathtaking coastline, a historical deep-dive into a fascinating city, or a relaxed exploration of a charming region, you’ll find a variety of suggestions to spark your wanderlust.

Consider these itineraries as starting points – feel free to adapt them to your own interests, time constraints, and travel style. We’ll try to include key highlights, potential routes, activity suggestions, and even some of our personal tips and lessons learned along the way. Let us help you turn your travel dreams into a well-planned reality!

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San Francisco - Our Weekend Itinerary
San Francisco has a way of mixing the historic with the whimsical, the educational with the indulgent. Our weekend in the city was exactly that kind of experience—a perfect blend of San Francisco’s past and present: touring the working machinery that powers the iconic cable...
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3 Full Days in Key West
Key West is more than just the end of U.S. 1—it’s a pocket-sized island crammed with more history, literary legends, and iconic bars than almost anywhere else in the country. Planning a full three-day escape (plus 2 travel days) here requires a good strategy, balancing the must-see...
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2 Days in Myrtle Beach, SC
Our a trip to Myrtle Beach, SC, about this time last year, was a chance to visit some younger friends and check out a town my sister enjoyed. Upon arrival, I was surprised with the cold weather! Despite the palm trees and sunshine, it was far colder than we expected, even in...
Southern Alabama Itinerary Map
7 Day Itinerary for Southern Alabama (Mobile and Gulf Shores)
For our anniversary, we decided on a week-long escape to southern Alabama, splitting our time between the historic port city of Mobile and the sandy beaches of Gulf Shores. We love a trip balanced with history, local brews, and great food—and this Southern Alabama adventure delivered...
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A Day in North Platte, Nebraska: A Trip of Trains, Tanking, and Unexpected Adventures
When you’re driving across the American heartland, it’s easy to get caught up in the rhythm of the open road. Our recent trip to North Platte, Nebraska, was meant to be a weekend of unique adventure, anchored by one very specific and very Nebraskan activity: tanking. What...
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A Long Weekend in Ouray, CO
The idea for my most recent long weekend in Ouray was born over a casual breakfast with two girlfriends. When asked where in Colorado I’d love to go, my answer was immediate and heartfelt: Ouray. It’s a town I’ve long admired from afar, but its distance from home has always...
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My packing list for 2 weeks in Alaska in May
We like to travel with carry-ons, it offers us a greater flexibility, should we need it, to change our plans at the last minute. Like many others, I spent a while looking up what other people brought on this similar trip. Everyone said to layer to give the most flexibility...
14 Day Alaska Itinerary
Memorable 14 Day Alaska Itinerary (Anchorage, Seward, & Fairbanks)
Justin’s 50th State! Woo-hoo. This trip, which doubled as our 33rd state explored together, was a two-week adventure designed to hit the highlights of the Railbelt region while balancing his initial work commitments with our favorite travel formula: a few essential pre-booked...
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A 23-Day Adventure Through Australia and New Zealand
This is a post about our incredible 23-day journey through the stunning landscapes and vibrant cities of Australia and New Zealand. This was the longest international vacation we have taken, but wanted to make the most of the long flight and the great expense of this trip. It...
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Montana Road Trip: 3 weeks we didn't want to end
Our Montana Road Trip was an epic summer adventure combining hiking, history, ghost towns, and the stunning natural beauty of Montana and Wyoming. We’d been talking about the possibility of moving and had heard good things about Missoula, so we wanted to check it out for...