Destinations
Take a Ride on a South Africa Game Drive
Have you ever thought about going on a safari/game drive in South Africa? When I was getting ready for my trip, all I wanted was to read about what the drives were actually like. What animals did they see? I…
Polar Bear Capital of the World
When people talk about seeing animals in their natural habitat, most people think of things like an African safari. Had it ever crossed your mind to go see polar bears in their natural habitat? If not, it definitely should be…
Explore Churchill & it’s Rich History
This year I had the opportunity to explore Churchill, an area that not many get a chance to. It’s located way up north in Canada, just off the Hudson Bay. We went up there specifically to see polar bears in…
15 Places to Visit on Your Chicago Trip
Chicago has always been a part of my family. My grandparents and parents lived there. My brother lives there. I thought about living there once, but I decided to stay in Iowa and just visit. That doesn’t mean I don’t…
Enjoy a Southern California Getaway
This past winter was a rather tough one here in the midwest! Don’t get me wrong, I live here, I chose to live here, so I know I can’t complain about the weather. Honestly, I prefer our winters over our…
Visit Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in Alberta, Canada
Apparently, when I was MUCH younger, my family went up to Banff, Alberta for some camping. During that trip, we stopped over to Lake Louise and my mother fell in love with the area. I honestly do not remember it…
5 Reasons You Should Visit Isla Mujeres
Isla Mujeres is this adorable island just off the coast of Cancun, Mexico. In my opinion, there are many more than 5, but here are some reasons why I think you should visit Isla Mujeres! After landing in the airport,…
Swim With Whale Sharks in Isla Mujeres
Most everyone that has spent time with me knows that I say the beach is my happy place. I don’t typically spend a lot of time in the water, but the beach has my heart. So when my mother brought…
