Tag: Nature

Destinations, Food, Mexico, Restaurants, Travel

Beyond the Surface: A Second-timers Travel Guide to Mexico City

Krystal standing on an overpass in mexico city

Museo Frida Kahlo, check. Palacio de Bellas Artes, check. Museo Nacional de AntropologΓ­a, check. If you’ve been to Mexico City once before, but only for a few days – this post’s for you. (And if you haven’t? Check out my first Mexico City trip recap). I’ve already shared a few posts from my second trip …

Destinations, Florida, Travel, USA

Wild Florida: Tubing on a Natural Lazy River at Ichetucknee Springs State Park

Alyssa tubes along the Ichetucknee River

Ichetucknee. Most children in North Florida know how to pronounce this word long before they can read, as tubing the crystal-clear river is a rite of passage in this part of the state. Crowds flock to this natural spring and river during the summer months to take a break from Florida’s intense heat. Depending on …

Home, Reflections, Travel Tips

Five Fun, Free Things You Can Do This Weekend To Save for Your Next Trip

Six coins from different countries sit on a counter

Just glance at your social media feed on the weekend while you’re trying to save money and you’re sure to see numerous posts from friends doing some (or all!) of the following: enjoying fancy meals out, attending loud and crazy concerts, going to the movies, or hanging at the bars until closing time. Meanwhile, you’re …

Destinations, Food, New York, Restaurants, Travel, USA

A Three-Day Weekend in NYC

Alyssa and Michael smile for a photo in Central Park

I’ll begin this post by saying this was not your typical New York City trip. There was no Statue of Liberty involved, no shuffling through Times Square, no trip to the top of the Empire State Building, and only one museum. It was my umpteenth time visiting NYC over the past few years, so Michael …

Destinations, Indiana, Travel, USA

Travel Guide: 36 Hours in Indianapolis, Indiana

Mass Ave

Back in March, Michael and I began looking for a cheap flight over my birthday weekend, just like we usually do when a special occasion approaches. Likewise, we didn’t have any particular place in mind, really, we just wanted to take off and go somewhere else. This post contains affiliate links and I may receive …