Southerner Says | Travel + Road Trips

Where to Stay in Atlanta For the Perfect Southern Getaway

Atlanta is a huge sprawling city and choosing the perfect neighborhood for your visit can be challenging. Good thing I've been spending long weekends in Atlanta for years. Here's my favorite areas and tips about where to stay in Atlanta

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Mesquite Dunes Death Valley National Park

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How to Plan + Visit Death Valley National Park

Once home to the Timbisha Shoshone tribe, miners and outlaws, Death Valley National Park is a park of extremes. Big, hot, and geologically unique, just driving through the park can…

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30 of the Best Road Trips in the World

If you're really serious about seeing another country and learning about how people live, the best way to do that is by road tripping. To get you started on your quest to see the planet, here's 30 of the best road trips in the world by travel writers around the globe

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girl sitting on the curb in Reykjavik, Iceland

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How Much Does it Cost to Go to Iceland in 2022

The land of fire and ice can be expensive but just how much does it actually cost to go to Iceland? Here's what I spent on a car rental, accommodations, food and activities for 4 days in this gorgeous country

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8 Best South American Cities for Solo Female Travelers

Fun, vibrant, full of culture and history - not to mention perfect for solo travelers - the choices are endless. So what are the best South American cities for solo female travelers? Keep reading

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How to Plan a Road Trip in 9 Easy Steps

Planning a road tip and figuring out the best routes, where to sleep and what to do can be overwhelming. To make it easier, I'm sharing my tried and true, step by step guide for how to plan a road trip

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View of St Mary Lake in Glacier National Park

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What is the America the Beautiful Pass + How it Can Save You Money

We all know that money saved means more money for travel. Did you know that an America the Beautiful park pass can save you money at over 2000 public land sites? Keep reading to find out how!

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101 of the Best Places To Visit in Mexico

Need some Mexico inspiration? I've got you! I'm sharing my personally curated bucket list of what I want to see south of the border and what I consider to be the best places to visit in Mexico

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How to Take an Islas Marietas Tour + See the Hidden Beach

Visiting the Marieta Islands should be at the top of anyone's Puerto Vallarta to do list. Here's how to see las Islas Marietas on a tour and and visit the elusive Hidden Beach

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Tacos al Pastor at Panchos Takos in Puerto Vallarta

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Where to Eat in Puerto Vallarta – A Neighborhood Guide To the Best Restaurants

With so many popular classics and trendy new restaurants, deciding where to eat in Puerto Vallarta isn't easy. Here's my top recommendations in every neighborhood

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15 Day Trips + Easy Places to Visit Near Las Vegas

Escape the hustle and bustle of the strip with these places to visit near Las Vegas on your next southern Nevada vacation or road trip

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7 of the Best Reasons to Visit the Alabama Black Belt on a Road Trip

The Alabama Black Belt is a region full of history and unforgettable experiences. Add this area to your next southern road trip. Here's a few reasons why

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pulled pork from Salt + Smoke in St Louis, MO

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Tasty St Louis BBQ You Have to Try

St Louis and it's BBQ blew me away. I tried four different restaurants when I visited and I still can't decide which one was my favorite. What do you think?

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tent in Big Bend National Park Chisos Basin campground

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Where to Camp in Big Bend National Park

Having a hard time figuring out where to camp in Big Bend National Park? I've got all the details right here about campgrounds inside and outside the park.

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An Amazing Two Days in Sayulita With Sand + Surf + Seafood

Sayulita is a laid back Mexican beach town perfect for a weekend getaway. Here's how to spend two days in Sayulita, Mexico.

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15 Travel Safety Tips For the Solo Traveler

Staying safe when you travel solo is a top priority. Learn how implementing just a few travel safety tips can keep you safer

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The remains of one of the old buildings at Ryolite ghost town Nevada

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9 Fun Things To Do in Beatty, Nevada

A taste of the old west, Beatty is a must when visiting Death Valley National Park or planning a Nevada road trip. Rich history, ghost towns and burros are just a few of the fun things to do in Beatty, Nevada.

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Easy Tips On How to Road Trip Responsibly in 2022

Before you head out on a road trip this year, learn the rules of the road and my tips about how to road trip responsibly

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16 Important Things You Need to Know About Yellowstone National Park

You can never be over prepared when visiting a national park. Here's what you need to know about Yellowstone National Park for a much smoother road trip

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Joshua tree and boulders in Joshua Tree National Park

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7 Easy Hikes in Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park has miles of trails to explore. Many of them are kid and mature hiker friendly. Here's my list of easy hikes in Joshua Tree National Park that anyone can enjoy.

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Where to Stay in Atlanta For the Perfect Southern Getaway

How to Plan + Visit Death Valley National Park

30 of the Best Road Trips in the World

How Much Does it Cost to Go to Iceland in 2022

8 Best South American Cities for Solo Female Travelers

How to Plan a Road Trip in 9 Easy Steps

What is the America the Beautiful Pass + How it Can Save You Money

101 of the Best Places To Visit in Mexico

How to Take an Islas Marietas Tour + See the Hidden Beach

Where to Eat in Puerto Vallarta – A Neighborhood Guide To the Best Restaurants

15 Day Trips + Easy Places to Visit Near Las Vegas

7 of the Best Reasons to Visit the Alabama Black Belt on a Road Trip

Tasty St Louis BBQ You Have to Try

Where to Camp in Big Bend National Park

An Amazing Two Days in Sayulita With Sand + Surf + Seafood

15 Travel Safety Tips For the Solo Traveler

9 Fun Things To Do in Beatty, Nevada

Easy Tips On How to Road Trip Responsibly in 2022

16 Important Things You Need to Know About Yellowstone National Park

7 Easy Hikes in Joshua Tree National Park