If you’re planning a Galápagos trip, one of the biggest questions is probably: should you do a cruise, join a group tour, or try to plan it all yourself? I ended up doing something a little different. I skipped the cruise, but I also did not fully DIY the trip. Instead, I ended up doing…
This land-based Galápagos itinerary covers three islands, wildlife-packed excursions, and what I’d change after doing it myself. I thought I knew what the highlight of the Galápagos would be. I was wrong. It wasn’t seeing giant tortoises in the wild. It wasn’t even snorkeling with sharks. It was an island I barely knew anything about…
Vintage Elkhart Lake’s Wine-O-Matic setup lets you sample global wines without the awkward tasting-room pressure. Wine tastings can be a little intimidating. Not always, of course. But I’ve definitely been in tastings where you feel like you’re supposed to say something smart after every pour. Something about tannins. Or oak. Or a “nice finish,” even…
Road America in Elkhart Lake has go-karts, UTVs, walking nights, disc golf, food, and a more relaxed setup than I expected. I had pretty much written off Road America for years. Not because I thought it looked bad. I just assumed it was really for people who already knew racing. People who followed drivers and…
Lima is one of those cities that people tend to underestimate. A lot of travelers pass through on their way to Cusco or Machu Picchu… but after spending time here, I really think it deserves a serious spot on your itinerary. It’s a completely different experience from Cusco. You’re at sea level, right on the…
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I’ve lived about an hour from Elkhart Lake for years, and somehow I had never really done Road America because I didn’t think I was a racing person. That was a mistake. But this trip also reminded me that Elkhart Lake is not just Road America. You can make a weekend here as calm or…
WalletHub compared the 100 largest U.S. cities using factors like fireworks, affordability, activities, safety, and weather. Fourth of July always sounds like an easy holiday to plan. Fireworks, food, maybe a parade, done. Then you start factoring in crowds, parking, hotel prices, weather, restaurant reservations, and whether the fireworks show is actually worth leaving your…