TRAVEL GUIDES FOR ADVENTURERS
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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
Atlanta Girls Trip: Braves Baseball Weekend Itinerary 2026
Plan a weekend in Atlanta with this guide to Braves baseball, Truist Park tips, The Battery fun, and top eats around the city.
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.
Where to Stay in Asheville, NC; My Top Hotels
Your guide on where to stay for your next trip to Asheville, NC
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.
Your Guide to Snorkeling on The Big Island, Hawaii
Your guide to snorkeling on the Big Island of Hawaii
A First-Timers Guide to the Big Island, Hawaii
Everything you need to know for your first trip to the Big Island of Hawaii
Fairmont Orchid Review, The Big Island Hawaii
Everything you need to know about staying at the Fairmont Orchid on the Big Island of Hawaii
Zion National Park Weekend Itinerary (Two Days)
Make the most of your quick trip to Zion National Park
What to do in Travelers Rest, SC;A Local’s Guide
Discover the best things to do in Travelers Rest, SC
What to do in Greenville, SC — A Local’s Guide
Discover the best things to do in Greenville, SC
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.