Today I turned 45... although, on most days, I genuinely feel about 15 years younger. It was a weird thing yesterday, filling out a tour waiver here in Mexico and realizing it was the last time I Keep Reading
The Top 10 Polynesian Islands to Visit in the Polynesian Triangle
There are over 10,000 Polynesian islands in the central and southern Pacific Ocean. The region is generally defined as the Polynesian Triangle, which stretches from Hawaii in the north to Easter Keep Reading
35 Beautiful Birds of Hawaii and the Polynesian Triangle
Birds are probably not the first attraction most people think of when they dream about visiting Hawaii or the other islands of the Polynesian Triangle. But once you get your fill of Keep Reading
20 Fun Christmas Eve Traditions Around the World
The day before a holiday isn’t often considered a holiday itself. But when it comes to Christmas and New Years, revelers seem determined to make the most of the celebrations. When you look at Keep Reading
2021 Holiday Gift Guide: 80+ Great Gift Ideas
Normally at this time of year we’d be posting our annual Best Gifts for Travelers guide, showcasing all the best travel gear for your 2021 adventures. But last year the entire world got a stark Keep Reading
The Best Food Gifts From Around The World (2021 Guide)
I grew up in a lower middle class family and worked my way through college. So I couldn't afford to travel internationally much until I was in my thirties. For me, eating exotic food from around Keep Reading
2021 Atlanta Christmas Events: 50+ Things to Do For Christmas in Georgia
[Updated November 12, 2021] Everyone knows that we're passionate about ecotourism and nature conservation. But unless you’re a long-time reader, you might not know that our family is equally Keep Reading
20+ Best Christmas Light Displays in Georgia 2021 (with Map!)
It's no secret that our family truly loves Christmas Light Displays in Georgia. Whether we're heading out to enjoy our favorite Atlanta Christmas events or staying home to savor our Keep Reading
The 30 Best Places to Spend Christmas in Europe
[Updated 10/29/21] With the rapid rise of mass tourism over the past decade, summer travel to Europe has become increasingly problematic. Record-breaking heat, Keep Reading
The History & Names for Santa Claus Around The World (with 55 fun facts!)
[Updated 10/26/21 ] Like most kids who grew up in the US, I became fascinated with Santa Claus from a very early age. From his fuzzy red suit and his long white hair and beard to Keep Reading
35 Recycled Christmas Decorations & DIY Christmas Crafts to Make
[Updated 10/26/21] Making recycled Christmas decorations at home is a fantastic opportunity to slow down and savor the holiday season. It gives us a chance to spend some quality Keep Reading
25 Symbols of Christmas: The History & Meaning of Traditional Christmas Decorations
[Updated 10/25/21] Christmas has been celebrated as a Christian holiday dating back to A.D. 336. But it has also become an international phenomenon whose widespread popularity Keep Reading
80 Christmas Traditions Around the World (with Fun Christmas Facts)
[Updated 10/25/21] It’s no secret among friends and family that we’re nuts for Christmas traditions, decorating our house from wall to wall and immersing ourselves in local holiday Keep Reading
The 25 Best Places to Spend Christmas in the USA
[Updated 10/28/21] Although many of our blogging friends enjoy traveling to Christmas destinations around the world, we personally prefer a classic Christmas at home with our Keep Reading
The Top 15 Famous Festivals in the USA
If you really want to understand the culture of a place, festivals are a great place to start. Whether you're interested in music festivals, cultural festivals, food and wine festivals, or Keep Reading
The Best Lake Day Gear & Accessories for Your Summer Outing
Mary and I have been going to the lake 3 to 4 times a week on average for the last 12 years– ever since we pooled our savings and bought a used pontoon boat in 2009. Because travel is work Keep Reading
