PIN THIS POST! So you want to go on hiking trip? You couldn’t have picked a BETTER activity. Hiking is seriously one of the most rewarding activities I have ever done. I love hiking because losing my mind in the woods helps me to find myself- every time! Sometimes, I plan my hiking adventures (especially […]

Sometimes the smallest towns have the biggest charm. Waseca, MN is located off of HWY 13 and HWY 14, about an hour away from Minneapolis, MN. Waseca means “rich” in Dakota language, referring to it’s rich soil for farmland. It shouldn’t be surprising that Waseca is a farming community, which is reflected in plenty of […]

What is your favorite thing about fall time? Is it the fall foliage? Being able to wear cozy socks and sweaters and feel the crisp, fall air? How about the nice fall hikes & enjoying your favorite hot beverage? I love fall because EVERYTHING feels better fall time- especially exploring and going on outdoor adventures. […]

This summer was very busy-we traveled the country from the Pacific Northwest, Minnesota’s North Shore & Canadian borders to the Gulf Shores of Florida- and tons more in between! I am a school social worker, so I consider myself a part time traveler (even though I do travel throughout the school year too!). With anticipation […]

Welcome to your ultimate guide to planning to family vacation to the Black Hills, SD! This destination is family friendly and has something for all ages! You will find a weekend itinerary for a road trip throughout some of the most famous destinations in Black Hills, SD. You will also find some hidden gems and […]

PIN THESE POSTS ON PINTEREST! FOLLOW ALONG WITH THE TRAVELING WILDFLOWER Whether you are camping, living the van life, at a hotel or vacation home rental, we can all agree finding a place to stay is important- and part of what makes the journey so much fun! I have stayed in some wonderful homes and […]

PIN THESE POSTS ON PINTEREST! Florida Family Vacation in St. Pete by the Gulf Shores Florida is well known for it’s beaches and beautiful spots for vacations. A Florida family vacation in St. Pete by the Gulf Shores gives plenty of access to Florida’s best beaches. There are plenty of amusement parks, trails to hike […]

PIN THESE POSTS ON PINTEREST! I have always been a PNW (Pacific North West) girl since I visited Seattle, Washington in 2015. Afterwards, I visited northern California and fell in love with the San Francisco and north coast area. I think that is why I adore the North Shore of Minnesota- it reminds me of […]

When we travel, we love staying in unique Airbnband cabin rentals on Oregon coast. Airbnbs offer the comfort of home away from home where we have space, can cook and even do laundry so we can pack lighter. We especially love this option when we travel with our kids or family as it offers more […]

Grand Marais MN offers scrumptious seafood options, tons of local coffee shops (sweetened with local maple syrup), hundreds of hikes offering scenic views, canoe and kayak trips with hundreds of lakes to choose from, boat tours, state parks decorated with waterfalls- and did we mention Betty’s Pies? We didn’t? My bad! All joking aside, it […]