As a Chicagoan, I'm a little nerdy about good public transit. While things have gone a bit downhill in the Windy City as far as on-time service is concerned, I have a keen appreciation for good public transit when I see it. When staying in Bergen, I knew I wanted to see at least one stave church. To do so? I needed to venture on public transit.

Bergen, Norway's charming coastal city, offers more than just stunning fjord views and colorful wooden houses. During my recent mother-daughter trip to this UNESCO World Heritage city, we discovered some incredible dining gems that transformed our culinary expectations. From authentic Greek flavors to exceptional Italian cuisine, Bergen's restaurant scene surprised us at every turn.

My mom and I are notorious for slow travel. We spent six nights in the "Gateway to the Fjords", also known as Bergen. That said, we knew we wanted to at least spend one day deep in the fjords. We booked this day trip from Bergen and it was 100% worth the money. Please note this was not a sponsored experience. I genuinely had an amazing time, and I wanted to share it here on my blog.

Ever since my trips to Bonaire and Curaçao in 2024, I've been on a quest to complete the ABC islands. Thanks to the Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort, I finally got to complete that mission! This guide will cover a few of the best things to do in Aruba and a brief recap of what to expect at the Embassy Suites.

Sitting in a pool of hot water, an NA IPA in hand, snow pouring down, and a herd of elk across the way. I think this is heaven. My first trip to a true natural hot springs was perfect. Kirkham Hot Springs is located in the Boise National Forest, just a two-hour drive from downtown Boise. It's one of the best hot springs near Boise that offers stunning views, a laid-back atmosphere, and, obviously, multiple natural hot pools to soak in.

Tucked away in the heart of the Austrian and German Alps, North Tyrol is known around the world for its world-class ski resorts. I'm an avid skier who has had the privilege of spending about half my year just a short drive from the area.

As a result, I've had countless pre-sunrise wake-up calls to load up my gear and make the trip down to the mountains. As someone who fell in love with skiing in Colorado, I wondered how a pair of locally-owned Shepherd 110s from Romp would hold up in Europe. After a couple years of self-proclaimed research, allow me to share with you the best ski resorts in North Tyrol and how a pair of American-made skis compete.