TRAVEL GUIDES FOR ADVENTURERS
Destination Guides
Authentic, firsthand guides for travelers who want more than a highlight reel — covering hotels, hikes, restaurants, and real trip-planning advice.
Most Recent Travel Guides
7-Day Arizona Road Trip Itinerary - Grand Canyon, Sedona
A 7 day guide to Arizona highlights including the Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Sedona, hikes, restaurants and more.
Guide to Visiting Sedona in Winter: Everything You Need to Know
Thinking about a winter escape to Sedona? This travel guide covers everything you need to know.
The 8 Best Hikes in Sedona; Plus Tips on Parking & More
Save these hikes for your next trip to Sedona, Arizona.
Ultimate 8-Day Arizona Road Trip Itinerary
A 1-week guide to Arizona highlights including hikes, restaurants and more.
Hi, I'm Jess — a Western North Carolina native now based in Greenville, SC. I've spent years exploring everywhere from the red rocks of Sedona to the single-track roads of the Isle of Skye, and I write about all of it here.
When I'm not planning someone's next adventure, you can find me hunting down the perfect swimming hole, chasing a good hike, or snuggling up with my pups.
If you consider yourself a traveler, not a vacationer — you're in the right place. Here you'll find firsthand guides to my favorite destinations, plus the tips and tricks you actually need to plan your next epic adventure. And if you'd rather have someone plan it for you? I do that too.