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  • How to Spend a Perfect 48 Hours in Seattle Before an Alaskan Cruise

    How to Spend a Perfect 48 Hours in Seattle Before an Alaskan Cruise

    If you are booking an Alaskan cruise that departs out of the Pacific Northwest, do yourself a huge favor: do not just fly in the morning of your cruise. Give yourself at least two days to explore Seattle first! Since I have been to Seattle quite a few times, I have dialed in the absolute…

    April Dawn

    July 13, 2026
    Travel
    Travel, Seattle, Tourist, Guide
  • The Ultimate Group Guide to Glacier National Park: Many Glacier & The Highline Trail (Part 2)

    The Ultimate Group Guide to Glacier National Park: Many Glacier & The Highline Trail (Part 2)

    Welcome back to part two of our massive, 14-person guide to Glacier National Park! In [Part 1], we covered the brutal logistics of planning for a huge group, our gorgeous home base in Whitefish, and the best highlights of West Glacier. Now, we are packing our bear spray and heading over to the wilder, more…

    April Dawn

    June 30, 2026
    Hiking, Travel
    adventure, Glacier, Hiking, National Parks, nature, Travel
  • The Ultimate Group Guide to Glacier National Park: Logistics & West Glacier (Part 1)

    The Ultimate Group Guide to Glacier National Park: Logistics & West Glacier (Part 1)

    Glacier National Park is nicknamed the “Crown of the Continent,” and it completely lives up to the hype. The pictures you may have seen of those turquoise glacial lakes? They’re real. And there’s wildlife around every corner. But if you are planning a trip here, especially with a large group, the logistics can be a…

    April Dawn

    June 29, 2026
    Hiking, Travel
    adventure, Glacier, Hiking, National Parks, nature, Travel
  • How to Spend a Packed 3 Days in Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor, Maine

    How to Spend a Packed 3 Days in Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor, Maine

    Acadia National Park is easily one of the most stunning places in the United States. With dramatic rocky coastlines, dense forests, and mountain peaks rising straight out of the ocean, it looks like something straight out of a video game. I recently spent a fast-paced three days exploring Acadia and the charming town of Bar…

    April Dawn

    June 23, 2026
    Hiking, Travel
    Acadia, Hiking, Maine, National Parks, nature, Travel
  • The First-Timer’s Guide to Athens and Crete: Eat & Explore

    The First-Timer’s Guide to Athens and Crete: Eat & Explore

    Planning your first trip to Greece is incredibly exciting, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. From decoding the local language to figuring out how to navigate the ancient ruins without melting in the sun, there is a lot to know before you go. I recently explored Athens and the stunning island of Crete.…

    April Dawn

    June 22, 2026
    Travel
    athens, crete, europe, greece, Travel
  • The Ultimate 5-Day Grand Teton, Jackson Hole, & Yellowstone Itinerary (And the Mistakes to Avoid)

    The Ultimate 5-Day Grand Teton, Jackson Hole, & Yellowstone Itinerary (And the Mistakes to Avoid)

    Planning a trip to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks can feel overwhelming. They are massive, crowded, and require a ton of logistics. I spent five days exploring both in late September, and while it was an incredible trip filled with wildlife, hiking, and beauty, I learned a few major lessons along the way. 🛑…

    April Dawn

    June 17, 2026
    Travel

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  • How to Spend a Perfect 48 Hours in Seattle Before an Alaskan CruiseJuly 13, 2026
  • The Ultimate Group Guide to Glacier National Park: Many Glacier & The Highline Trail (Part 2)June 30, 2026
  • The Ultimate Group Guide to Glacier National Park: Logistics & West Glacier (Part 1)June 29, 2026

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