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Holafly eSIM Review: Everything You Need to Know Before Buying

Holafly eSIM Review: Everything You Need to Know Before Buying

by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 8, 2026 | Other Destinations, switzerland

Holafly eSIM Review: Everything You Need to Know Before Buying Whether you’re planning a weekend in Europe, a trip to Costa Rica, or a longer international adventure, staying connected has become almost as important as remembering your passport. After testing...
The Ultimate Kancamagus Highway Guide: 15 Best Stops, Map & Tips

The Ultimate Kancamagus Highway Guide: 15 Best Stops, Map & Tips

by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 6, 2026 | East Coast, Other Destinations

The Ultimate Kancamagus Highway Guide: 15 Best Stops, Map & Tips If you’re planning a trip to New Hampshire, driving the Kancamagus Highway is an experience you won’t want to miss. Stretching 34.5 miles through the heart of the White Mountain National...
Airalo vs Holafly (2026): Which eSIM Is Actually Better?

Airalo vs Holafly (2026): Which eSIM Is Actually Better?

by daniellenfairbanks | Jul 17, 2026 | Canada, Other Destinations, switzerland

Airalo vs Holafly (2026): Which eSIM Is Actually Better? If you’re planning an international trip, you’ve probably come across Airalo and Holafly while searching for the best eSIM. Both are popular options that let you stay connected abroad without...
Things to Do in Yellowstone National Park (What to See, Where to Stay + Tips)

Things to Do in Yellowstone National Park (What to See, Where to Stay + Tips)

by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 9, 2026 | Montana & Wyoming, National Parks, Other Destinations

Things to Do in Yellowstone National Park (What to See, Where to Stay + Tips) If there’s one national park that genuinely lives up to the hype, it’s Yellowstone. I’ve been twice now — once in 2021 and again just this summer — and both times I left...
1 Week Switzerland Itinerary: Zurich, Grindelwald & Zermatt

1 Week Switzerland Itinerary: Zurich, Grindelwald & Zermatt

by daniellenfairbanks | Mar 22, 2026 | Other Destinations, switzerland

1 Week Switzerland Itinerary: Zurich, Grindelwald & Zermatt Planning a trip to Switzerland and not sure how to fit it all in? This 1 week Switzerland itinerary takes you through some of the country’s most iconic destinations—Zurich, Grindelwald, and...
Things to Do in Zermatt, Switzerland: 15 Best Activities & Attractions

Things to Do in Zermatt, Switzerland: 15 Best Activities & Attractions

by daniellenfairbanks | Mar 15, 2026 | Other Destinations, switzerland

Things to Do in Zermatt, Switzerland: 15 Best Activities & Attractions Zermatt is one of the most iconic mountain destinations in Switzerland, known for its breathtaking views of the Matterhorn, charming car-free village, and incredible alpine scenery. Nestled in...
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no wild horses this morning, but the hubby caught no wild horses this morning, but the hubby caught a bass 🎣

📍coon bluff recreation area, salt river

share your morning views in a photo in the comments 👇🏼
most people drive right through 📍tusayan on their most people drive right through 📍tusayan on their way to the grand canyon—but this little town deserves a spot on your itinerary too 👀🌲 #ad 

located just outside the south entrance of grand canyon national park (1 mile!!), @townoftusayanaz makes the perfect home base for exploring the canyon

things to do in tusayan:
🥾 hike (greenway trail, arizona trail, etc)
🚲 bike the greenway trail all the way to the canyon
🚁unique tours like helicopters, off-road vehicles, horseback riding, etc
☕️ eat (from morning coffee to breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
🛌 stay (the best way to see the grand canyon at sunrise or sunset is to stay overnight in tusayan!)

save this for your next grand canyon trip—and tell me: have you ever stopped in tusayan?

PS- the grand canyon is OPEN despite recent circumstances. in park lodging is closed overnight currently and water is limited, but tusayan’s lodging is OPEN & water is available! 

#exploretusayan #experiencegrandcanyon
how to take a timelapse on your iphone 🏜️👇🏼 perfe how to take a timelapse on your iphone 🏜️👇🏼

perfect for sunrise or sunset with the sun crossing the horizon, or for moonrise (next full moon sept 26)

step 1: (optional) use the app @photopills and their augmented reality feature to know where the sun/moon will cross the horizon so you get it in frame

step 2: set up your tripod (comment 📲 for the one i use!)

step 3: open your camera & turn it to timelapse

step 4: press start and LEAVE IT for at least 10-15 minutes (im always bad at this but when you think you’re done, leave it for another 5-10 minutes!

step 5: use the Edits app to speed it up to your desired effect & you’re done!
one of the most underrated fall hikes in arizona 🍂 one of the most underrated fall hikes in arizona 🍂🥾

see spring trail is a short, peaceful hike beneath the mogollon rim that blows up with fall colors! i only knew about it myself 2 years ago! details:

📍 see spring trail #185
🥾 about 2-2.5 miles round trip
🌲 shaded forest trail
💧 natural spring and creek views 
🐕 dog-friendly, but keep dogs leashed
🍁 fall colors typically peak from late october into early november depending on the year

make a full day of it by grabbing coffee at common grounds or noley’s in payson ☕️, driving along the mogollon rim, stopping at woods canyon lake, or you can also stop in christopher creek for lunch before heading home 🌲

save this one for an easy arizona fall day trip from phoenix 🍁

comment 🥾 for my hike guide!

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