A day trip from Pittsburgh and Columbus, photos of Hocking Hills State Park in Ohio had been blowing up my Instagram before I went for a whirlwind overnight trip. This beautiful region has seen massive increases to tourism since the pandemic. In this post, I spotlight two of the park's hottest spots.
Guide to Pittsburgh if You Love Sports but Your Traveling Partner Doesn’t (aka, There’s No Crying in Travel)
When you're into sports but your traveling partner isn't, you'll want a city that has something you'll both enjoy. Pittsburgh just might be that place.
A Virtual Baking Adventure with Running Into Joy
Last month, I was invited by blogger Amanda Kay Oaks for a completely different kind of adventure. An adventure in baking!
Guide to Peru: 48(ish) Hours in Lima
Lima is an underrated city that most travelers to Peru have to travel through. Find out what to do in Peru's capital city in "48 Hours in Lima"
J.R.R. Tolkien Travel Quotes: Traveling is Precious
In honor of J.R.R. Tolkien's birthday (Jan. 3, 1892), I've compiled a few of his quotes about travel and adventure.
Guide To Travel: Camp Scaredy-Cat (Including Must-Have Apps For Finding a Campsite)
If 2020 has been good for anything, it's the camping business. Get in on the trend by exploring campsite-finding apps and stick around to read about some of my memorable camping experiences.
A Note from the Scaredy-Cat About the State of the World — and my “World,” Too
CW: pandemic, anxiety, depression Hello from my front porch, dear readers. It's been a while. I hope you're all well out there. My last post was two months ago, which, wow, I did not realize it was that long ago. Time is strange these days. I wanted to give you an update. I haven't forgotten... Continue Reading →
Guide to Travel: Questions to Ask Yourself for Fool-Proof Packing
When getting ready to pack for your big trip, how do you know what to bring? Ask yourself these questions to help get you on the right track.
Museums to Explore From Home For Museum Week
Need a distraction while you're stuck at home? Visit some of the world's best museums from the comfort of your home -- no mask required.
Guide to Travel: How to Start Planning a (Belated) Mother’s Day Getaway
Missing your mother this Mother's Day? Plan a last-minute getaway with these tips.