Just finished reading a post about the new Disney release of Beauty and the Beast, starring Emma Watson, Dan Stevens (Matthew from Downton Abby), Emma Thompson, and more! So excited for this live action film coming to a theater near you March 2017! I can literally remember the feelings I had as a child when […]
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How I Afford Travel!
Hello fellow travelers and wander-lusters! I have wanted to write a post on affordable travel for quite sometime, but wasn’t sure how to approach it. Let’s face it, talking about money and how to spend it can be a bit awkward, well, it is for me anyway. I’m going to be completely honest and […]
3 Days in the Smokies!
My family is no stranger to Tennessee and the Great Smokey Mountain National Park. We have been visiting for years. We’ve enjoyed making many memories at the Crowther family cabin (owned by my husband’s grandparents). We spent our honeymoon there, brought our children there at many stages of their childhood (even when I was pregnant […]
The Largest Walk-Through Zoo in the World: North Carolina Zoo
The majestic elephants were roaming and playing with one other, looking as if they had just finished a bath…a mud bath, that is. *winky face* I am always so amazed that these creatures even exist! So massive in size, yet so gentle…graceful, even. I love visiting the North Carolina Zoo located in Asheboro! With over […]
Things to do in the Outer Banks: Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, and Roanoke Island
I have really enjoyed featuring the Outer Banks this month! I have also enjoyed visiting OBX for almost a decade now. Every time I pay a visit, I explore new places and make beautiful memories! In this last post on the Outer Banks, I will be featuring more wonderful things to do and explore. […]
Things to do in the Outer Banks: Corolla
This weeks destination is about a place that you are so happy to learn even exists. Located in the northern part of the Outer Banks, Corolla is a destination that brings out your inner-child, in a good way. This magical place is home to over 100 wild horses that roam a 12,000 acre animal sanctuary. […]
Things to do in the Outer Banks: Ocracoke Island
Hello my traveling friends! If you missed my last post, I explained that I would be featuring the beautiful Outer Banks this month. Last week, I featured Hatteras Island. This week, I am featuring an island that is full of all the island vibes that you’d expect, but this island also surprises travelers with charming […]
Things to do in the Outer Banks: Hatteras Island
Hello friends! I hope you are all having a great start to the summer season! I am super excited to share with you guys about a place that I have had the pleasure of exploring for many years…the beautiful Outer Banks, aka OBX! This 200 mile stretch of barrier islands is located just off the […]
Things to do in Savannah, Georgia in one day!
Hello my fellow traveling friends! Instead of painting my house and getting it ready to sell, like I should be doing, I’m eating a macaron and writing this blogpost on a little city that has SO much charm and beauty… Savannah, Georgia! I wish I could bottle up the feeling I had while exploring this […]
Travel to Florida’s Best Kept Secret, Navarre Beach!
The secrets out! (well, at least for those reading this post…so, shhhh!) If you like white sandy beaches with Aqua blue waters, but don’t like all the crowds that usually go along with it, then Navarre Beach, Fl. might be the perfect place for you. Navarre Beach is located on Santa Rosa Island, a barrier […]
The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, North Carolina!
Hello my fellow wander-lusters! I hope you are all having a wonderful week! If you are ready for a relaxing, spa-filled place to stay with all the southern charm and hospitality anyone could ask for, you need to book a stay at The Umstead Hotel and Spa for sure! This place was the perfect getaway for celebrating our sixteen year wedding anniversary! You’ll get the full […]
The Ultimate Guide to Travel Planning!
Planning a vacation can be somewhat overwhelming right? Where to go? When to go? How much is it going to cost? These are some of the questions that we all ask ourselves when it’s time to plan that long awaited trip. Am I right? Here are three simple steps to help you plan a trip […]
Top Ten Things to do while in Bangkok, Thailand
When I asked Angel Deal, our featured guest traveler, what her top ten things to do in Bangkok, Thailand was…here’s what she said! 1. Floating Market at Wat-ta-Kein We were able to experience the floating market, hear students play traditional Thai music, and have a covered and very clean market for food and trinkets. There […]
My Top 10 Dream Destinations
1. Island Hopping in Hawaii, United States I’ve been dreaming of a Hawaiian getaway for quite some time, who hasn’t? While we are dreaming here, why not explore more of Hawaii by island hopping! I’ve read that there are six islands that can be visited and each one has something different to offer… Oahu, Kauai, […]
Tour of the Biltmore!
Ever since we moved to North Carolina, over ten years ago, I have had the desire to explore the largest home in America located in Asheville, North Carolina. Before I give you a glimpse into this breathtaking French Chateau styled home, let me explain something I’ve learned in life. Timing is everything! If I would […]
Traveling during the Holidays…a new family tradition!
Holiday traditions are great! Baking Christmas cookies, building a gingerbread house, or posing for a family photo (this one might not be so fun for everyone, haha!). Some of you might string popcorn for trimming the tree or maybe even host a Christmas or New Year’s Eve party?! Over the past few years, we have […]
Road Trip Ready!
We take road trips often, and we are about to leave for one soon. I love road trips, but dread the questions “Are we there yet?” and “How much longer?”. Having the right “road-trip checklist” helps to make those long car rides much more comfortable and helps the time fly by quicker too! Here is […]
Top Ten places to visit in Orlando, Fl. from a local!
Many travel from all over the globe to visit Orlando, Florida just for the theme parks. Disney World and Universal Studios are just a few of the famous theme parks located in sunny Orlando. You might wonder, though, what do the locals do when they are not roller coaster hopping or hanging out with their […]
How we almost turned into a pumpkin at Disney’s Magic Kingdom!
When you’re only at Disney for a day, you try to get there as early as you can and stay as late as possible. Well, we do anyway;-). We had a blast at Magic Kingdom recently! Riding on rides like Dumbo, Winnie the Poo, Space Mountain can put almost anyone in a good mood. How […]
Explore your Senses at Disney’s Magic Kingdom!
Taste There is just something about how much better ice cream tastes when it’s in the shape of Mickey Mouse! You can plan your meals out by making dinner reservations at one of Disney’s restaurants like Cinderella’s Royal Table or the newer Be Our Guest Restaurant. Here is the link to learn about this restaurant […]