A travel blog to inspire your next adventure or epic day hike
Let us guide you through an unforgettable holiday shopping experience in Mineral Point, Wisconsin.
In a world of big-box stores and endless online scrolling, there is something truly special about independent retailers and stand-alone art galleries. Mineral Point is proof that shopping small and gifting meaningfully can be easy and fun!
Can you believe it’s already the end of November?! The holiday season has officially arrived, our friends. This year we’ve carefully curated a shopping guide full of unique finds only available at the small, Milwaukee-based shops we spotlight in the guide.
Keep reading for the full shopping guide.
Wishing you a season of meaningful gift giving.
– Alyssa and Justin
On a 4-day trip to Quebec City we dedicated one full day to exploring Jacques-Cartier National Park. After our experience, we think hiking at Jacques-Cartier National Park is a MUST every fall bucket list. Keep reading for our personal guide to make the most of your time at this national park. We even share things we wish we had known about the trails beforehand and tips to make your visit stress-free.
If you consider yourself a casual park explorer who loves history, then you won’t want to skip out on a visit to Aztalan State Park in Jefferson, Wisconsin. Keep reading to learn more about the trail and history at this state park and active archeological site!
We think 10 hours is just the right amount of time to spend in Southwestern Michigan. To make the most of your visit, you’ll need a plan. That’s where we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for our packed itinerary on how to spend 10 hours in this lovely, friendly and up-and-coming part of Michigan.
You may not know it but, Indiana Dunes National Park is a mecca for hikers especially for anyone new to hiking. In this blog, we introduce you to some seriously picturesque trails that are all easy or moderate, under 3 miles and appropriate for all skill and endurance levels. These trails are all ideal for hiking with small children too.
Be sure to tell us which trail you would hike first in the comment section at the end of the blog.
As the 5th most biodiverse national park in the United States, there is a whole lot of natural beauty to take in at Indiana Dunes National Park.
We’ve put together this guide to help spotlight all the can’t-miss natural wonders – the places in the park that you would regret missing out on if you didn’t see them on your visit.
Keep reading for more and don’t forget to make time for beachcombing, sunbathing and swimming at one of the nine beautiful beaches within the park too!
We’re just gonna let our forest-bather flag fly on this one! Warren Woods in Michigan has been a state park for over 100 years and yet it continues to fly under the radar. It’s often described as a “nature lover’s paradise”. It’s the kind of place that makes you stop and marvel all while truly being offline and unplugged. Keep reading to learn more about the sights, sounds and smells of Warren Woods. We hope you get to visit one day.
Milwaukee is packed with famous landmarks like the Harley-Davidson Museum and the Miller Brewery, but as local Milwaukeeans, we know of several actual secret spots spread across the city that deserve a spot on your MKE itinerary. If you’re ready to experience some of Milwaukee’s incredible secret spots, keep reading to find out about six of the best, non-touristy experiences in the city.
Allow us to introduce you to Havenwoods State Forest – the only urban state forest in the state of Wisconsin. While the streets surrounding this green space are noisy and by the back boundary line you might see Wisconsin and Southern Railroad cars roll down the tracks, Havenwoods State Forest is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of Milwaukee, allowing urbanites the chance to experience a natural vista close to home.
Let’s start hiking!
