Growing up in the deep forests of the white mountains, surrounded by wildlife and large gardens, was the perfect place for a child with an adventurous and wild soul. Enthralled by the toadstools and the thoughts of fairies waiting in the woods my upbringing sparked a life long love for the woods, the mountains and the wildness of nature.
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Best National Parks for Fall Foliage
Leaf Peepers will love this list of fantastic National Parks to visit to see fall foliage. From Canada and the shores of Maine to Japan, China and Slovenia, these are places with great drives, hikes and lakes to paddle on to take in the red, orange and yellow colors of the autumn season.
Best Hikes for Waterfalls Around the US
Sorry, TLC—we're chasing waterfalls, and loving every minute of it! You may see affiliate links to products I wholeheartedly back (many that I use myself) in this post. If you make a purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. I am so...
Best Photography Spots in the Canary Islands
Best Photography Spots in the Canary Islands The Canary Islands are a Spanish archipelago located less than 100 miles from the African coast. Part of a volcanic chain that includes the Azores and Madeira Island the 8 islands are varied in landscape and size. Offering...
Things to Do on Tenerife: Canary Island Adventures
What Are the Best Things to Do on Tenerife? Tenerife is the largest of the seven inhabited Canary Islands. Part of Spain, the Canary Islands lie just a few hundred miles from the coast of Africa and each island has unique landscapes thanks to their volcanic origins....
Madeira Island, Portugal: A 2-Day Travel Guide
Madeira Island, Portugal: An Active 2-Day Travel Guide In 1419, ships on a mission for Henry the Navigator first hit the coastline of Madeira Island. Located just 250 miles from the coast of Africa and the Canary Islands, this 286 square-mile island is one of Europe’s...
Great Smoky Mountains Camping and RV Guide
The Great Smoky Mountains Camping and RV Guide The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the biggest treasures of Tennessee. Home to more than 187,000 acres of forest and more than 800 miles of hiking trails, this park stretches across 2 states and encompasses...
7 Reasons to go Beyond the Las Vegas Strip
7 Reasons to go Beyond The Las Vegas Strip Less than an hour outside Las Vegas is a wonderful world of geologic history, natural colors, miles of hiking trails and great places to cool off on a hot summer day. While the Las Vegas Strip is a playground of temptation...