As our Christmas card said, 2017 was a year full of traveling and triathlons. I'm glad it was a great year of both, as it seems like 2018 is going to bring some changes and probably significantly less time/ability to travel due to work. I knew this day would come, and I think … [Read more...]
First Time to Cape Cod? Six Things to See, Do, or Eat
I really can't believe I had never been to the Cape. Particularly because my mom goes nearly every year. Alas, getting to the Cape is one of the reasons I had never been to the Cape. It's not exactly a quick drive from DC (so the dog-a-roo could join!). So I flew up to Boston … [Read more...]
Where to Stay in Joshua Tree, California: Review of Desert Lilly B&B
Despite the huge popularity of Joshua Tree, there are not a ton of places to stay within close driving distance to the park. We were not planning to camp, so needed a place to stay, ideally close to the park since our visit was short (in other words, we weren't going to drive … [Read more...]
How To Make the Most of a Short Visit to Joshua Tree National Park
A family wedding in Temecula this spring was the most perfect excuse to go somewhere we had not been: the desert! Joshua Tree National Park was only a short (2ish hour) drive from Temecula, so we decided to head there for 2 nights and enjoy the sights and some hiking. We had … [Read more...]
Our 4 Day, 5 Night Itinerary for Mahe, The Seychelles!
Let me start by saying: 5 days is not enough for the Seychelles. But if that's all you have, make the most of it! We decided to split our time between Mauritius and the Seychelles, and were so glad we did. But it did mean time was short and there was some serious prioritization … [Read more...]
