Dining In Denver
Hello Gallivanters! This week, we’re heading out West and up into the mountains of Denver, Colorado. Before my week-long trip to Denver, I only knew to pack my hiking boots and avoid Overlook hotels. Home to some of the country’s most breathtaking landscapes, I learned that Colorado also has a lot to offer foodies like…
A Day in Savannah, Georgia
Welcome back Gallivanters! Gas up the car, pack your bags, and let’s head down south. Cause I’ve got Georgia on my mind. Cobblestone streets, Spanish moss trees, and beautiful architecture make Savannah, Georgia the perfect weekend getaway. I visited Savannah and Tybee Island with my closest girlfriends, so make it a girls trip! Although we…
A Day In Nassau, The Bahamas
Hey Gallivanters! Welcome back to the blog. I’m back healing my sunburns after a week in paradise in the Bahamas. Although I wish you all could have joined me, I thought I’d share some photos from my trip, along with a short itinerary to tide you over. With that being said, let’s spend a day…
A Day in Florence, Italy – Self-guided Walking Tour
Of all the places I’ve gone, Italy was by far the most beautiful, felt the most authentic, and had the most to offer an American stumbling her way through Italian 101. As one of the oldest cities in the world, Florence was the highlight of my summer tour of Europe. Since Florentine roads and alleyways…
Dining in Disney
Welcome back Gallivanters! The happiest place on earth is calling…and I declare you must go. If not for the nostalgia of childhood, pure joy, or tangible magic, then definitely for the snacks. So here is a list of my favorite snacks that I got to try in Disney World, along with which park you can…
A Day in Abingdon, VA
Abingdon, Virginia is one of the oldest standing settlements in the United States. It’s the famous old stomping ground for Daniel Boone, where he camped out and was allegedly attacked by a pack of wolves. After that, he started to refer to the area as “Wolf Hills” and it kind of stuck. Abingdon is an…
A Day in Asheville, North Carolina
Greetings Gallivanters! Ready for our next excursion? Today we are heading for a day trip to Asheville, North Carolina. As the Nashville of the Blueridge Mountains, Asheville has a lot to offer those into the food, history, architectural, and art scenes. It’s maintained a perfect balance of scenic overlooks and rooftop bars. Whatever you are…
What I Forgot to Pack for Europe
Hello Gallivanters! It’s that special time of year again when it seems everyone on your Instagram is on a month-long European vacation. You might ask yourself, “How in the world did they have the PTO for that?” Or, “Surely they aren’t having as much fun as that #hotdogsorlegs #amalficoast picture suggests?” Chances are they are…
A Day in Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge at Christmas
Merry Christmas Gallivanters! The holidays are in full swing, and nothing sounds more appealing to me than sitting by the fire, watching old Christmas movies inside a cozy cabin in the Smokey Mountains. If you are looking for a place to vacation that feels straight out of a hallmark movie, may I recommend heading to…
A Day in Salem, Massachusetts
Welcome, foolish mortals. As I’m writing this, I’m on my hundredth Hocus Pocus rewatch and thinking back on all of the haunts of Halloween’s past. None so memorable as the year my sister and I visited Salem, Massachusetts in the month of October. So today, join me on A Day in Salem, Massachusetts…if you dare.…
A Day at the Races – Keeneland Race Track in Lexington, KY
Welcome Back Gallivanters! If you’re anything like me, when the show, “Bridgerton” came out on Netflix, you suddenly had the desire to buy an outrageous feathered fan for flirtation, only listen to classical covers of pop music, and spend your afternoon at the racetrack wearing your best fascinator and floral smock. Some of those are…
My First Solo Trip: A Day in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Welcome Back, Eh? I’m so excited to say I’ve just returned from my first solo trip! We’ve come a long way from simple Solo Date Ideas, now I can proudly say I’ve just returned from my solo trip to Toronto, Ontario, Canada. and it might have been one of my favorite trips yet… I’ll be…
A Day In Columbus, Ohio
Welcome back Gallivanters! I hope you have gotten to enjoy the wonderful fall weather during your travels so far. I actually just got back from visiting my sister in her new home state of Ohio. We had the best day exploring downtown, so I thought I’d share our itinerary with my favorite people – you…
A Day In New York City
Welcome back Gallivanters! This may have just been my best trip yet… Big talk I know, but this itinerary was jammed packed and I still left out so, so many incredible places. Just an excuse to go back I guess! So, to the city that never sleeps. The Big Apple. Welcome to A Day in…
A Day In Dollywood
Welcome back Gallivanters! Summer is just on the horizon, and so are all of the adventures that come with this wonderful season. We’ve traveled both near and far together in our “Day In..” series, and I’ve loved every minute of it! Sharing my passion for travel with both seasoned travelers and those in the beginning…
A Day in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
Welcome back Gallivanters! I’m writing to you in the midst of unpacking and multiple loads of laundry, because I just got back from my recent trip to Puerto Rico! My girlfriends and I had an amazing time on our spring break getaway to the U.S. territory, and I wanted to share some of what we…
A Day at Beech Mountain Resort, North Carolina
Welcome back Gallivanters! This is my attempt at embracing the prospect of six more weeks of winter. Whether you want to try hitting the slopes, or simply enjoy a hot cocoa while watching from the sidelines, Beech Mountain Ski Resort is calling! First Chair Coffee Shop I couldn’t think of a better way to start…
New York City: Taylor’s Version
Welcome back Gallivanters – and Welcome to New York! If you have learned anything about me over the years secondary to being a Gallivanter I am also a big fan of Taylor Swift. And oh how this has been a very exciting few weeks to be a Swiftie! Taylor Swift is set to release her…
Travel Quiz: Where Should You Go On Your Next Vacation?
Welcome back Gallivanters! Today is a travel post, but this time I’m letting you chose where we’re headed! Are you looking for a relaxing getaway? What about a thrilling adventure? Find out which destination would be the best for you to go to based on your travel personality! Let me know what you get and…
Travel Planning 101: Turn Your Dream Trip into Your Next Destination
Welcome back Gallivanters! Are you type A or type B? If you are unfamiliar, there are seemingly two categories of people: Type A and Type B. Type A people can be…particular, driven, very well organized, and maybe just a little aggressive and assertive. Type B people are typically more laid back, go with the flow,…
The Best Travel Technology of 2024
Welcome back Gallivanters! I don’t know about you, but there are very few things I know of that weren’t made easier and more efficient by the invention of technology. I would venture to say that no area of our lives has been more improved by technology than travel. This week, we’re talking about the travel…
The Pros and Cons of Group Travel
Hello Gallivanters! Welcome back to the blog. Today we’re tackling a topic that many self-proclaimed gallivanters have debated for centuries. Do I dare try and take the plans out of the group chat and into real life? My first trip out of the country was with a large group of about 30 people. Some were…
What I Wish I’d Done in London – Travel
London Town. Destination: London. Home to my favorite London boys: Prince Harry and Harry Potter. Oh how I love you, your people and their sexy accents. What more could a small-town U.S.A. girl ask for? Full Disclosure: Really Bad British Puns To Follow During my 3-day trip to London, I got to do, see and…
A Night in Asheville, NC
Welcome back Gallivanters! And welcome back to North Carolina. I’ve written other blog posts about North Carolina such as A Day in Asheville and A Day at Beech Mountain, but we’ve yet explored the nightlife! I have been to Asheville a few times, but my recent nights in Asheville have been an unexpected amount of…
A Night in Atlanta, Georgia – Cowboy Carter Edition
Welcome back Gallivanters! If you’re reading this, it means I’m still recovering from my night out in Atlanta after Monday night’s Cowboy Carter concert! If you didn’t know, Beyoncé’s Act II Album “Cowboy Carter” is the follow up to her previous album “RENAISSANCE.” I’m so fortunate to say that I got to see Act I…
A Night in Miami, Florida
Bienvenidos a Miami, Gallivanters Welcome to a day, or should I say, a night in Miami. A day trip is one thing, and I’d even recommend it for places like Asheville or Savannah, but where in the world would be worth traveling to just for one night? Miami, Florida offers all the heat, sunshine, nightlife,…
Carry-On Only: Packing Tips for Euro Summer
Ciao Gallivanters! It’s that time of year when everyone starts planning their summer vacations. If your timeline is anything like mine, there is one thing I’m hearing over and over: Euro Summer. The architecture, the food, the conversion rate – what’s not to love? That is, if you can get through TSA first. So today,…
Top Girls’ Trip Destinations in the U.S.A.
Welcome Back Gallivanters! This week’s blog post is for my ladies. Specifically, for my gals in charge of planning, executing, and delivering an EPIC girl’s trip in the near future. If you are NOT the Type A friend who likes to do all the intricate planning and laminating the itineraries – you are in the…
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A Day in Abingdon, VA
Abingdon, Virginia is one of the oldest standing settlements in the United States. It’s the famous old stomping ground for Daniel Boone, where he camped out and was allegedly attacked by a pack of wolves. After that, he started to refer to the area as “Wolf Hills” and it kind of stuck. Abingdon is an…
What I Wish I’d Done in London – Travel
London Town. Destination: London. Home to my favorite London boys: Prince Harry and Harry Potter. Oh how I love you, your people and their sexy accents. What more could a small-town U.S.A. girl ask for? Full Disclosure: Really Bad British Puns To Follow During my 3-day trip to London, I got to do, see and…
Hidden Gems of Nashville, TN
Future Famous Country Singers, Broadway Bridesmaids, and really freakin hot, hot chicken. That’s right, today we’re talking about Nashville, TN. During my undergraduate days, I lived fairly close to “Music City”. At the time, Nashville was the first big city I ever visited. I’ll never forget how the cityscape on the drive-in took my breath…
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