Samantha M

Happy Valley is known as the home of Penn State University, but there is so much more than that! We love visiting and end up there quite a few times every year. These are all the places we've personally stayed, visited, and recommend nearby.

Ohiopyle, located in the Laurel Highlands region of the Pennsylvania has been regarded as the #1 small town in the Northeast. It's an absolutely fantastic destination for those who love the outdoors and adventure seeking. You can hike trails for days, head down the river on a raft, or explore the rock climbing routes. We hope you love this area just as much as we do!

Gettysburg has beautiful scenery, tons of cool brick architecture, and obviously Civil War history. These are our top recommendations for Gettysburg after a handful of visits.

The Finger Lakes region of central New York is one of the best destinations for wine, waterfalls, and absolutely beautiful small town charm. This is one of my favorite road trip destinations!

From the top of the mitten to the Upper Peninsula, these are our favorite places to go, things to do, eat, and drink along the way. This is one of our favorite spots to road trip, even though it takes a little extra time to get there.

Hocking Hills is a must-visit spot in southern Ohio. This guide will help you find all the places to hike, where to stay, and what else to do while you visit the area.

These are all of our favorite places to stay, eat, and things to do in St. Lucia. This island holds a special place, and it's one of the top honeymoon destinations in the world. Plan a trip to St. Lucia with ease with these recommendations!

São Miguel is a special island in the Azores that we absolutely love spending time exploring. These are our favorite things to do and places to stay in São Miguel. You'll also find a packing list for your Azores trip!

Is your pup adventurous? If you want to take your dog on your next hike, this is a great place to start. Make sure you have the right gear and find dog-friendly trails because every hiking trail is NOT dog friendly!

These are all of the things I carry with me in my pack for a day hike. I have included the 10 essentials for hiking and a few "luxury" items that I'd take for some hikes.

We travel with only personal items often, and almost always carry on only. When we're only traveling for the weekend, we want to make sure we have everything we need (no lost baggage!) and don't spend precious time watching the carousel spin at baggage claim! These are all the essentials we've found that make doing this much easier.