Eugene is located in the heart of Oregon and is surrounded by beautiful scenery, making it the perfect place to explore the great outdoors as well as take in the charming little towns that surround the area. Whether you’re a visitor or a local, there’s …
While planning my very first trip to Taipei, I was bright-eyed and excited about the prospects of hiking under the warm sun, visiting Jiufen and Shifen without a raindrop in sight, and visiting bustling night markets every night. But when my family and I actually …
When summer rolls around, it’s easy to fall into the usual routine near home—long days at the beach, afternoons by the pool, maybe a trip to the local water park or theme park. But sometimes, you want something bigger, bolder, and a little more memorable. …
Big-name cities get all the attention — and all the inflated prices to go along with it. Scroll through Instagram for five minutes and you’ll see the same Eiffel Tower shots, Shibuya Scramble crossings, and Las Vegas sign selfies over and over. News flash! You …
I’ll be honest—I didn’t fully “get” the magic of safaris until I went to Safari West in Santa Rosa, CA. Riding in an open-air vehicle while giraffes and zebras wandered just a few feet away felt like stepping into another world, and since then, I’ve …
Taking a trip to Northern California’s Sonoma County? If so, I’ve got an absolute must-do for you. Enter the chat: Safari West, a wildlife reservation in Santa Rosa. The name says it all. That’s right, in good ol’ Santa Rosa, CA, you can actually experience …
Fall is one of my favorite times to plan trips—not just for the crisp air and changing leaves, but because so many once-a-year events pop up that you can’t really replicate anywhere else. For years, I’ve had the Minnesota State Fair on my list (aka …
Most travelers only know Chengdu as the place to see China’s beloved giant pandas—and while that’s definitely a must, it barely scratches the surface of what the city has to offer. Chengdu is a major university city, which gives it a youthful, open-minded vibe. The …
Traveling to London in the winter can be an unforgettable experience. From iconic landmarks to an array of seasonal festivities, it’s a great time to explore one of the world’s most popular cities. But you can’t just show up and expect to take London on …
The world has known San Francisco for its glory days. Cable cars, Golden Gate views, colorful houses, hilly walks, tech booms, sourdough bread bowls—you name it. But after the pandemic, the city lost a bit of its shine in the eyes of outsiders. Headlines haven’t …