by Jaclyn Brandt | Jun 13, 2023
For those who were impressed by our stay at the Idaho Potato airbnb last year, the owner has launched a brand new property: MoonPass Lookouts in Wallace, Idaho. The property is made up of fire lookout towers near Wallace, Idaho and makes a perfect day trip from Boise....
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by Jaclyn Brandt | Apr 11, 2022
Stay overnight in a potato? If you are visiting Idaho, you might as well, right? We decided to spend one night in the Big Idaho Potato Hotel, just outside of Boise, Idaho. Click the links below to skip to any of the following sections: History The Big Idaho Potato...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Dec 3, 2021
Salt Lake City is a beautiful city, but often forgotten when it comes to vacation destinations. I decided to spend a trip (my very first solo trip) in downtown SLC for three days. Here are my favorite things to do in Salt Lake City, Utah. Click the links below to skip...
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by Jaclyn Brandt | Sep 8, 2021
Roosevelt Island is a beautiful and sometimes missed location when people visit New York City, New York. However, Roosevelt is easy to get to from the city and a fun way to spend an afternoon. Here are some of the things we did while visiting Roosevelt Island in New...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Oct 20, 2020
Central Oregon is full of plenty of beautiful hikes, and a surprising amount of those hikes have a waterfall at the end (or at the beginning!) If you are in the area and wonder “what are the best waterfalls near me?” – here are our tips for our...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Oct 13, 2020
Denver, Colorado has a rich history full of gold miners, lumber mills, and beer — and their downtown is a mix of that history and modern architecture. There are a few important historical places to visit in downtown Denver, Colorado to make sure you see while you are...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Sep 27, 2020
Nashville is a fun place to go to party, for work, or if you’re a fan of country music. But the city has so much more than just drinking and music, and the Parthenon in Nashville, Tennesse is one of our favorite things to visit. The building is actually a...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Jun 19, 2020
Central Oregon is full of volcanoes — in fact, much of the Bend, Oregon area is built on top of lava flows from an eruption hundreds of thousands of years ago. There are two active volcanoes in the vicinity of Bend. While it makes it tough to build down, it does give...
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by Jaclyn Brandt | Jan 10, 2020
Smith Rock State Park is unlike anything you have ever seen. Created out of thousands of years of volcanic eruptions, Smith Rock has numerous rock structures, which make it perfect for climbing, hiking, or horseback riding. Here are the things you need to know to...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Jan 6, 2020
Green Bay, Wisconsin is known mostly for the Green Bay Packers, but the city holds so much more. The history of the team resonates throughout the town, but there is also nature, food, and plenty of activities. It makes a great day trip from Milwaukee, Chicago, or even...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Dec 9, 2019
Boise, Idaho may be an overlooked destination, but it is quickly becoming a sought-after vacation destination. Whether it’s skiing, craft beer, floating the river, or catching a football game — you could easily spend weeks in the city and have plenty to do....
by Jaclyn Brandt | Nov 17, 2019
If you are looking for a great hike in the Western United States, a Tamolitch Blue Pool hike is an easy in-and-out trip with a beautiful destination. The Tamolitch Blue Pool is located on the McKenzie River Trail in Central Oregon, only about an hour outside of Bend....
by Jaclyn Brandt | Oct 12, 2019
Visiting Bend, Oregon is any nature lover’s dream. With hundreds of hiking trails only miles from town (and some actually in town), it might be easy to overlook some of the other great things the town has to offer. However, in recent years, Bend’s beer...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Aug 20, 2019
Green Bay can be a fun city for both Packers fans and non-Packers fans alike. The history of the city, as well as the history of the team in a town of barely 100,000, can make a fun weekend to visit. However, in the last few years, the Green Bay Packers have gone...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Jul 30, 2019
Seattle, Washington is an eclectic city, with plenty to see — both historically and culturally. The best way to travel around Seattle is by foot — so if you find yourself in downtown Seattle and don’t want to have to drive anywhere, there are plenty of things to...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Feb 9, 2019
Ice skating in Buffalo, New York is a must-do when you visit the city (no matter what season it is). But if you are looking to make it an event, ice skating at Canalside in Buffalo is one of the best experiences you can have while you’re there. Click the links...
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by Jaclyn Brandt | Nov 24, 2018
The Pole Pedal Paddle in Bend, Oregon is an annual event, which includes plenty of locals, as well as people who travel to Central Oregon just to take part. Depending on your team, it can either be an easy jog or a strenuous workout! (that is mostly because you can do...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Nov 12, 2018
Bend, Oregon is an outdoor lover’s dream, and the town is full of adventure (and adventurers) during all four seasons. But in order to really enjoy your experience, you need a great hotel — and there are plenty of hotels in Bend. Here are some of the best places...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Aug 23, 2018
Boise, Idaho is a growing city in the middle of a rural state. Craft beer, food, and culture are taking over, but the history of the city is just as interesting. Boise is home to the largest Basque population outside the Basque country, and if you look hard enough,...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Jul 4, 2018
Bend, Oregon is an outdoor lover’s dream. With a population of just over 80,000, Bend is located in Central Oregon and is three hours from Portland, Oregon. The town has a lot to offer in both winter and summer, with a ski resort located just outside of town, as...
by Jaclyn Brandt | May 4, 2018
UPDATE: The Kilauea volcano erupted on Thursday, May 3. Lava was seen running out of the ground on Friday, May 4, on the eastern side of the island, and residents were forced to evacuate. Authorities were telling both residents and guests to stay away from the area...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Jan 3, 2018
Idaho was named one of the top 10 places to visit in 2017 — and the only one in the United States. In the last two or three decades, the city of Boise, Idaho has gone from a small western town to a hot spot for culture, beer, and music. The city also offers numerous...
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by Jaclyn Brandt | Sep 8, 2017
Portland, Oregon has become more of a tourist mecca in recent years, and there is plenty to see there. But if it’s your first trip to the Rose City, you will want to make sure to see the things tourists flock there for, as well as a few not-so-obvious landmarks....
by Jaclyn Brandt | Jul 25, 2017
Because not all countries require a Visa for United States citizens to visit, the concept is a difficult one — especially for first-time travelers. Many European countries only require a passport, and not a Visa, for U.S. citizens to visit. But if you plan a trip to...
