TRAVEL GUIDES FOR ADVENTURERS
I’m here to help you plan epic adventures.
I’ve spent years traveling in North America, Hawaii, Mexico and Scotland - discovering the best hotels, incredible restaurants and epic hikes.
If you consider yourself a traveler, not a vacationer - looking for helpful, authentic information to help you plan your next vacation, you’re in the right place.
You’ll find guides to my favorite destinations along with helpful tips and tricks to inspire and help you plan epic adventures of your own.
Looking for someone to hep you plan? I do that too!
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Best Hikes on Isle of Skye: A Guide to the Top Trails
Your complete guide to the best hikes on Isle of Skye.
What to Pack for Los Cabos: Your Complete Packing List
Everything you need to pack for Los Cabos, from reef-safe sunscreen and rash guards to the right shoes and layers.
What to Pack for Scotland: Your Complete Packing List
Everything you need to pack for Scotland — no matter the season.
Where to Stay in Los Cabos Tourist Corridor; My Top Hotels
A guide to the best hotels along the Los Cabos Tourist Corridor, broken out by location to help you find the right fit for your trip.
The Best Day Trips From Edinburgh by Train or Bus
Edinburgh is the perfect base for exploring Scotland - plan your itinerary with these day drips by train or bus.
Comparison: Cabo San Lucas vs. San José del Cabo vs. the Tourist Corridor
Confused about the differences between San Jose del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas & the tourist corridor? We break it all down here.
The Asheville Bachelorette Itinerary That's Actually About the Mountains
Skip the bar crawl — here's how to do an Asheville bachelorette weekend the right way.
Asheville Without the Breweries — A Guide for Non-Drinkers
A sober-curious guide to visiting Asheville, NC
Most Unique Places to Stay on Isle of Skye, Scotland
Discover the most unique short term rentals & self-catering cottages on the Isle of Skye
The Perfect 3 Day Edinburgh Itinerary for First Timers
The perfect three day itinerary covering Edinburgh’s top attractions
Hi! I’m Jess, a Western North Carolina native now based in Greenville, SC. I love all things hiking, live music & travel.
When I’m not behind a screen, you can find me searching for the perfect secret swimming hole, seeing a show, discovering a delicious new restaurant, trying a new recipe or snuggling up with my pups.