We spent two days in the Great Smoky Mountains (that got their name from the blueish smoky haze that’s always hanging over them) and Gaitlinburg, a cozy mountain village with a true Christmassy vibe during the winter season. Extra: A quick stop at the Natural Bridge in Virginia.  Read more

Yes, beignets even had to be in the title. Not Bourbon Street, or the fact that jazz was born here, or voodoo, or that it’s the place where Mardi Gras is held. No, beignets. Read more

Welcome to Texas baby! No visit to the Lone Star State is complete without some BBQ, and so we went and found it. Everything really IS bigger here. Read more

An evening in San Antonio. First stop: The Alamo, where the well-known Battle of the Alamo took place. Second stop: the River walk, where we were the lucky spectators of the over 100.000 holiday lights. Read more

If I had to describe the Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico in one word: WAUW! Don’t forget to bring your America the Beautiful Pass if you got that. We start the 2 self-guided trails: The Natural Entrance and the Big Room – both 1.25 miles long. 750 feet underground (229 meters), the trails […]

After one ICY night, we’re on our way to Carlsbad. Santa Fe is our main stop and its plaza and picture-worthy houses and galleries do not disappoint. Read more

Time To Road Trip! Decided to hit the road? Whatever your destination, with the right preparation you’ll get there and enjoy the ride.  Read more

You’re gonna love these 2 to 3 mile Red Rock Canyon hikes. With the 13-mile Scenic Drive and a sunny afternoon ahead of you, you gotta pick your game. With the almost 30 hikes and trails the park has to offer, that’s not an easy choice. We’ll get you started! Read more

This year we joined our fellow Santa’s in the Great Santa Run Las Vegas. Explore Fremont Street, work off those pre-holiday calories ánd contribute to Opportunity Village. That’s like a triple-win! Read more