After spending two years on a road trip to most of the national parks in the western United States, we often get asked what our favorites are whenever we catch up with friends and family. Every time we start to think about our answer, all three of the national parks in Washington State rise to…
If you are looking for a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, then Sicily is the place to go. Alysha’s family immigrated to the United States from Sicily a couple of generations ago (Matt’s too, actually, though he looks far less Sicilian), so Sicily has a special place in her heart. The largest…
Want to plan an incredible trip to Tuscany, but not sure where to start, what to include, or how much time you need? In this guide, we’re going to cover exactly how to spend 7 days in Tuscany. Tuscany is an incredible – albeit very popular – slice of Italy. Within its borders, which stretch…
It’s no secret that the Pacific Northwest is home to some of the best coffee in the world. After all, how else are you supposed to drag yourself out of bed on a dreary February morning if not for the promise of a blast of caffeine straight to your bloodstream? After a brief hiatus from…
After two trips over the past two years that spanned six and three weeks respectively, we are confident in saying that Italy is one of our favorite places on earth. Which isn’t really a hot take – many people who spend a solid chunk of time exploring Italy feel this way. There’s something about the…
Ah, Firenze. Before our last trip to Florence, where we spent five days exploring (read: eating and drinking) our way through the city, Alysha wasn’t a fan. “It’s too touristy!” she said. And she’s not exactly wrong – Florence sees a TON of tourists, especially in the height of summer – but there’s a reason…