by travelcharlee | Aug 12, 2025 | Hidden Gems, Small Towns, Travel Inspiration
Santa Fe has always felt like a hidden gem, but now the secret’s officially out! In Travel + Leisure’s 2025 World’s Best Awards, the New Mexico capital shot straight to #1 on the list of most beloved cities in the United States. It beat out 15 other finalists,...
by travelcharlee | Aug 5, 2025 | Hidden Gems, Small Towns
In June, I traveled to Québec City, Canada, for TBEX, a travel blogging conference. Let me tell you, the location couldn’t have been better! Old Québec has this mix of European charm and North American energy that’s hard to describe unless you’ve walked those...
by travelcharlee | Jul 16, 2025 | Alaska, Hidden Gems, Small Towns
Welcome to Juneau, Alaska! It’s the only U.S. capital you can’t drive to from the rest of the country. Juneau is located in the southeastern part of the state on the Gastineau Channel and is the second-largest city in the United States by area, covering 3,255 square...
by travelcharlee | May 21, 2025 | Alaska, Explored, Road Trip Ideas, Small Towns, Travel Experiences
Who doesn’t love a road trip? Forget the airways this summer and find a road trip in the USA! With its amazing landscapes, endless attractions, and friendly local stops along the way, the USA is the perfect destination for a summer road trip. Whether...
by travelcharlee | Apr 2, 2024 | Explored, Hidden Gems, Small Towns, Travel Experiences
As April 2024 begins and the anticipation builds for an astronomical event that promises to awe and inspire, the total solar eclipse will be like no other. On April 8, 2024, the moon will align perfectly with the sun, casting a shadow upon the Earth and providing...
by travelcharlee | Jan 17, 2024 | Explored, Hidden Gems, Luxury Vacations, Small Towns, Travel Experiences
Every year, we see different travel trends pop in as soon as the previous year comes to a close, and 2024 promises to be no different. In recent years, we have seen travel shift and change with impact-driven decisions, family-focused travel, and bucket list...
