3 Nights in Lake Como, Italy: A Last-Minute Stop Lake Como was never part of our original plan—which made the decision even better. After an incredible 5-week Europe trip through Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Norway, Tomorrowland, and the Dolomites, we found ourselves with three open nights before flying home out of Milan. Instead of overplanning, we left it open…and landed on Lake Como. And wow—what a way to end a trip. It was beautiful, lively, …
Alaska 10-Night Road Trip Itinerary: Anchorage, Denali, Fairbanks, Seward, Whittier & Juneau Travel Dates: April 30 – May 10 Alaska had been on our bucket list for years, and we finally decided to plan a 10-night Alaska road trip in early May. This trip is still on the top of my list for favorite travel destinations. Early May turned out to be a fantastic time to visit. We had mostly sunny weather, almost zero crowds, …
South Island of New Zealand- 14 Night Campervan Guide There is something wildly freeing about having your home on wheels in a place like New Zealand’s South Island. For two weeks (April 13–27), we traded hotels for a 7-meter campervan and set out to explore glaciers, hikes, turquoise gorges, fjords, wineries, and some of the cutest towns. We had just come from a week in Fiji, so landing in Christchurch and immediately jumping into crisp …
The Ultimate 14-Day New Zealand South Island Campervan Itinerary We spent April 13–27 road-tripping around the South Island in a 7-meter self-contained campervan, covering about 31 hours of total drive time — a very adventurous and beautiful road trip. April (fall in New Zealand) ended up being the perfect time to visit: Crisp mornings + cool sunny days Beautiful fall foliage (especially in Wanaka) Fewer crowds almost everywhere Incredible starry skies The only real crowds …
Top 10 Places to Visit on a 2 Week South Island New Zealand Campervan Adventure For two weeks, we traded hotel rooms for mountain sunrises, fjord views, glacier landings, and lakeside campsites. After lounging on beaches in Fiji for 8 nights, it was time for a campervan adventure. From April 13–27, we lived on wheels — chasing good weather, hiking iconic trails, soaking in hot pools, sipping Marlborough wine, and waking up somewhere completely new …
Austria in Winter: The Ultimate Kitzbühel & St. Anton Ski Guide Austria was a a great addition to our Europe ski road trip. We spent 5 nights in Austria total — 2 nights in Kitzbühel and 3 nights in St. Anton — as part of a 2-week European ski trip from November 29–December 12. Kitzbühel, Austria was stop #3 after Zermatt, Switzerland and the Dolomites, Italy, before continuing on to St. Anton and eventually returning to …
Zermatt in Winter: A Travel Guide to Switzerland’s Most Iconic Ski Town Zermatt, Switzerland was the very first stop on our two-week European ski road trip from November 29 to December 12. Next stops after Zermatt included 4 nights in the Dolomites followed by 5 Nights in Austria. As part of the Matterhorn Ski Paradise, Zermatt is included on the Ikon Pass and is open all year round, which made it an easy addition to …
Dolomites Winter Itinerary: 4 Nights of Skiing, Scenic Views, and Cozy Alpine Towns If you’re dreaming of a Dolomites winter escape, this 4-night itinerary is packed with skiing, charming villages, scenic drives, and festive winter vibes. From the snowy peaks of Plan de Corones to the Christmas magic of Ortisei, this itinerary gives you a perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. Dolomites Winter Travel Overview Best time to visit the Dolomites in winter: December through …
Planning a Winter Trip to the Dolomites? Visiting the Dolomites in winter was one of the highlights of our two-week European ski road trip, and it’s a place I would go back to again and again. This guide covers everything you need to know to plan a winter trip to the Dolomites, including logistics, where to stay, when to go skiing, what to eat, what ski resorts are included on the Ikon Pass, and exactly …
The Dolomites, Italy: Everything You Need to Know for a Summer Trip During our summer visit, we spent 4 nights in the Dolomites from August 3–7, as part of a 5-week Europe trip, and it was easily one of the highlights of our entire journey. The Dolomites are one of those places that feel almost unreal the first time you see them. Located in northern Italy, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is made up of …