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
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.
Cabo San Lucas vs. San José del Cabo: Which is Better?
Confused about the differences between San Jose del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas & the tourist corridor? We break it all down here.
The Asheville Bachelorette Weekend Itinerary
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'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.