Oahu, Hawaii is an incredible island filled with beautiful beaches, adventurous hikes, and delicious food. Whether you long for relaxation or adrenaline-pumping activities you will find a variety of both on the island of Oahu. I love hiking and exploring, and don’t typically enjoy spending all day at the beach lounging in the sand. If…
There are few states in the USA with a better food identity than Hawaii. It is like no other state that I’ve ever visited, and Hawaiian food is just as unique as the state itself. Perhaps it is Hawaii’s distance from the mainland that makes its food stand apart. Or maybe it’s simply that the…
New Mexico is one of the most underrated states in the USA. It is one of only a few states that has a true distinguishing identity. From the food to the architecture, there is a uniqueness to New Mexico that many other states simply lack. And for those visiting New Mexico with kids, you’ll find…
Winter is often a time when many of us want to hide away indoors with a comfy blanket and a hot cup of tea. In many parts of the world winter means brutal temperatures, grey skies, and icy roads. But the coldest season of the year isn’t always bleak. In fact, winter can also mean…
When it comes to ski resorts in America, Big Sky, Montana doesn’t get enough credit. The mountain offers some of the best skiing in the United States, but that doesn’t mean it is for advanced-skiers only. Big Sky is a family-friendly ski mountain that offers a variety of terrain for all levels of skiers and…
Yellowstone National Park holds some of the most stunning natural wonders in the United States. Located just outside Jackson Hole, Wyoming, it is known for it’s powerful geysers, picturesque hot springs, waterfalls, lakes, and wildlife. As US citizens and residents, we have traveled much of the United States, but this part of the country is…
As long as there has been beer on this planet, people have congregated outdoors to drink together and be merry. Indeed, nothing goes better with warm weather than a cold beer. It’s no secret to anyone who reads this blog regularly that we are the type of parents who enjoy a cold one from time…
best places in Texas to visitWest Texas is about as desolate as any place in the United States can get. You can drive for hours and still not reach any sizeable city. But a West Texas road trip can also be an intriguing and unique experience. You’ll see the terrain turn from barren deserts to…
Move over New York, San Francisco, and Las Vegas. You’ve got some competition creeping up on you. When it comes to the best cities in the United States to visit, most people typically head to one of the five or six main tourist destinations. Most first-time visitors to the USA will typically head to either…