Many blogs and TikToks purport to uncover hidden gems in Paris but are not really hidden, or gems. On my most recent trip to Paris, France I found some true hidden gems that will let you see another side of Paris. Read along to see my favorite discoveries from my latest trip. Hidden Gems of ... Read More
Trip Report: Paris in the Springtime
Location: Paris
Visiting Paris in spring means spring flowers, sunshine, and white wine in outdoor cafes. Or, if you’re me, it means very windy, gray days. I recently re-visited Paris for four days in the spring for a long weekend, did some shopping, and of course saw the sights. PARIS, ... Read More
Visiting Notre Dame de Paris After the Fire
Location: Notre Dame de Paris
The first time I visited the Notre Dame de Paris cathedral, I was 14 and on a two week “study abroad” trip to Paris with my high school. A group of us, clad in sweatshirts carrying Sony CD players, spent a few hours in an enormous crowd touring the cathedral. I took photos of the iconic ... Read More
Trip Report: Revisiting The Big Island of Hawai’i
Location: Waikaloa Beach, Hawaii
My first visit to the Big Island of Hawai'i was two years ago in 2023. That trip was perhaps a bit overscheduled. By the end of my stay, I was ready for a vacation from my vacation. When I revisited in 2025, I wanted to make sure I relaxed and enjoyed the sunshine. The Big Island is home to Hawai'i ... Read More
The Floor is Lava: How to See an Eruption at Kilauea Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Location: Kilauea
If you’re planning a trip to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island of Hawai'i, witnessing the Hawai‘i volcano Kīlauea eruption is an unforgettable experience. Kīlauea is one of the world’s most active volcanoes, offering visitors a rare opportunity to see this event sacred to Native ... Read More
Visit Olympic National Park with your dog
Location: Olympic Peninsula
Want to take your dog hiking in a national park in Washington? Check out Olympic National Park in the western portion of the state on the Olympic Peninsula. This enormous national park, covering over 1400 square miles, includes rainforests, lakes, coastal beaches, and mountains. Plus, an enormous ... Read More
