Now is the perfect time for spring weekend escapes in Washington State. The days are getting warmer and longer, but many destinations are yet to see the busy crowds of summer break. One thing is for certain, spring is a beautiful time to explore. Winter worshippers will find there are still plenty of ski adventures to […]
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Meet Mt Baker, Washington – the hidden gem of America’s ski scene
To experience an American ski resort without the crowds, hefty prices or super tourist vibes, head to Mt Baker in Washington State, USA. Haven’t heard of it? You’re not the only one. Mt Baker is definitely a hidden gem. Despite having some of the best terrain and biggest snowfall of any American Lower 48 ski area, […]
How to rock a red eye flight
I’m always eager to get the most out of my vacation days – and score the cheapest deals – so that usually means taking a red eye flight to or from my destination. I’ve taken dozens of overnight flights through the years (Sydney-Perth, Sydney-LA, Vancouver-Fiji, Seattle-Boston etc), so I feel like I’ve become a master of the […]
Alaska in Photos: Adventures in the Last Frontier
Way back in August, Tom and I went to Alaska! But you probably didn’t know that, because until now I’ve barely said a word about it – apart from quick mentions when I discussed my love of America’s national parks and my highlights of 2016. Alaska was absolutely a highlight of 2016. It will definitely be […]
A year of adventure: 2016 in review
2016, what a year. What a blast! Tom and I travelled much more than I initially thought was possible with our workloads and busy schedules: to the Final Frontier, SoCal, The Windy City, Bourbon Country and the Big Apple. We celebrated our anniversary of living in the USA. I climbed more mountains than ever before, camped […]
Perfect winter getaways in Washington
In Washington, winter is all about embracing the grey rather than escaping it. While it might be tempting to stay rugged up and cosy indoors, I think my time is best spent outside: hiking, skiing and exploring. After all, the sun sets by 4pm so that still allows for plenty of time indoors with a […]