I don’t travel to party or “go out.” I don’t drink, and nightlife has never been my thing. Travel is my version of going out. It’s how I chase adventure, curiosity, and inspiration.
Category: Travel
Richmond, Virginia
Historic at its core, Richmond balances old-world architecture with a thriving food, arts, and culture scene.
NYC Solo Day Trip
A spontaneous solo day trip to New York City — chasing crisp air, fall leaves, and adventure on a budget. Sometimes the best getaways fit into a single day.
Heart of the Ozarks—Long Weekend
A quick photo journal of our recent trip through my old stomping grounds—Branson, Nixa, Springfield, and Ozark, Missouri.
NYC Weekend: Maximum Adventure, Minimum Luggage
The Art of Budget Wanderlusting When flight deals whisper sweet nothings into your travel-hungry ears, you listen. A round trip to NYC for barely $100? Yes, please! Hotel points burning a hole in my digital pocket? Let's cash those in! And just like that, a whirlwind NYC weekend adventure was born. We've elevated budget travel… Continue reading NYC Weekend: Maximum Adventure, Minimum Luggage
Table Rock Lake and Springfield, Missouri – July 4th Getaway
The Midwest Beckons There's something deeply satisfying about flying direct from Sanford, FL to Springfield/Branson. Our Friday morning arrival gives you that delicious feeling of stealing extra hours from the universe—a weekend that technically starts before noon feels like cheating the space-time continuum in the best possible way. *From a July 2023 trip Springfield: The… Continue reading Table Rock Lake and Springfield, Missouri – July 4th Getaway
Island Hopping on a Budget: Our Carnival Weekend Cruise to Bimini
There's something magical about finding adventure practically in your backyard. When I “accidentally” discovered an irresistibly priced Carnival cruise from Port Canaveral (literally a rock throw from home) over Veterans Day weekend, I couldn't resist. July 4th weekend had better rates, but our calendar wasn't cooperating, so November it was! If you've followed my travel… Continue reading Island Hopping on a Budget: Our Carnival Weekend Cruise to Bimini
California Dreaming: Nostalgia, Nature, and New Adventures (Part 2 of 2)
California Road Trip: San Diego, Los Angels & Palm Springs
Space Coast to Sin City: A Whimsical Vegas Adventure (Part 1 of 2)
Vegas adventures
Boston Birthday Weekend
Weekend away for my birthday wish of baseball, country music, and wandering the unfamiliar streets of Boston.