On an unassuming street in Greensboro, North Carolina, is a lovely treehouse called The Roost. The cozy home is tucked behind the owner’s house and blends into the backyard so well that I actually drove past it the first time. It’s always in high demand as it’s one of the top Airbnb rentals in Greensboro, and yet this stunning eco-friendly treehouse is practically hidden within a residential area. In this post, I’m going to share the details of my stay […]
Category: USA
Florida.
Visiting Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: A Review + Tips.
Enjoy Anna Maria Island on the Gulf Coast of Florida.
North Carolina.
Things to Do in New Bern, North Carolina.
A Guide to the Outer Banks Lighthouses in North Carolina.
Visiting Clingmans Dome in North Carolina.
City Break: A Mini Guide to Shelby, NC.
Hiking in Shelby, NC: the First Broad River Trail.
Lodging:
Cozy, Eco-friendly Treehouse in Greensboro, North Carolina.
The Stecoah House – Luxury Cabin Rental in North Carolina.
Glamping NC: Staying at the Sky Ridge Yurts near Bryson City.
Rustic Cabin Escape in the Mountains of North Carolina.
Virginia.
Hiking Humpback Rocks in Virginia.
Staying at a Luxury Yurt in Afton, Virginia.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg: Ride Reviews and Tips for Visiting.
Other:
Cedar Fair Amusement Park Tour:
Part 1: Kings Island and Cedar Point.
Part 2: Canada’s Wonderland, Niagara Falls, and Dorney Park.
A Fall Walk Around Lake Lure.
Heading to Lake Lure in late October was my fourth failed attempt over the past year to see stunning fall colors in the North Carolina mountains. Since we are fortunate to live just one and a half hours drive from the internationally known Lake Lure, I will have plenty of chances to keep trying (it’s certainly a great excuse to road trip into the gorgeous western North Carolina region). And, even though the leaves weren’t on fire, the walk was […]
Things to Do in New Bern, North Carolina.
A trip to New Bern is absolutely one of the best things to do in North Carolina. This beautiful and historic riverfront city, located in the coastal region of North Carolina, has plenty of fun activities to choose from. New Bern is the second oldest town in North Carolina and its European influence is obvious in the architecture and walkable downtown. It was settled by a group of German and Swiss immigrants, including some from Bern, Switzerland (hence the name). […]
Hiking Humpback Rocks in Virginia.
I discovered Humpback Rocks because it happened to be within walking distance from the luxury yurt we chose for our anniversary trip. I saw a few striking photos of it while browsing through the listing for the yurt and figured it would be the perfect local adventure to tackle during our vacation this past December. Humpback Rocks is a massive rock formation with an elevation of 3,080 feet. It’s near the peak of Humpback Mountain and its name reflects the bulge […]
Our Anniyurtsary – Staying at a Luxury Yurt in Afton, Virginia.
In December we celebrated our fourth wedding anniversary in a luxury yurt in Afton, Virginia. Little did we know when we booked this “anniyurtsary” last August that it would also be serving as our babymoon! We found out we were expecting in late September and also realized that time and financial limitations would prevent us from taking a dedicated babymoon (something I’ve always wanted to do). Fortunately, this luxury yurt was so fantastic that it helped me forget my disappointment about […]
A Guide to the Outer Banks Lighthouses in North Carolina.
Visiting the Outer Banks Lighthouses was my favorite part of our trip to the North Carolina coast this past summer. Even though I’m a North Carolina native, I’ve spent very little time in the Outer Banks and I had never actually set foot inside a lighthouse before this trip. I found the five Outer Banks Lighthouses so delightful that I’ve caught lighthouse fever – I’ve set a goal to see 90% of the lighthouses on the eastern coast of the […]
Busch Gardens Williamsburg: Ride Reviews and Tips for Visiting.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg is a beautiful, thrilling theme park located in – you guessed it – Williamsburg, Virginia. The park is so gorgeous that it’s been named the World’s Most Beautiful Theme Park by the National Amusement Park Historical Association every year since 1990! Surely this is because the park is channeling the charm and beauty of Europe through its nine villages, which represent six different European countries. You can take a photo in a typical red English phone booth, […]
The Stecoah House – Luxury Cabin Rental in North Carolina.
The Stecoah House is a two story luxury cabin rental located 20 minutes from downtown Bryson City, North Carolina. Its stunning floor to ceiling windows, open loft design, and 180 degree mountain views create a dreamy atmosphere. The cabin is situated on a ridge not far from a yurt glampground and it’s one of my favorite places in the world. The Stecoah House, owned by Sky Ridge Yurts, is unmatched in location, design, and personalization compared to other luxury […]
Visiting Clingmans Dome in North Carolina.
Clingmans Dome is a distinctive mountain located on the state line ridge of North Carolina and Tennessee. It’s a popular destination as it is the most accessible mountain top in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP). Visitors can drive to the parking area near the top of the mountain and then hike a paved trail to the summit, where the well-known observation tower provides incredible 360° views of the Great Smoky Mountains. At 6,643 feet tall, Clingmans Dome holds […]
Enjoy Anna Maria Island on the Gulf Coast of Florida.
Anna Maria Island is a lovely seven mile stretch of land off the western coast of Florida. The island is shared by the cities Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, and Bradenton Beach. It’s white, sandy beaches and relaxed atmosphere have made the island an increasingly popular vacation destination over the years. Of course, it doesn’t hurt that Anna Maria Island is close to several theme parks including Busch Gardens Tampa, Universal Studios Florida, and Walt Disney World. I’ve had a special […]