A Portland Staycation: German Cuisine, Cozy Accommodations, and an Antiques Paradise

A Portland Staycation: German Cuisine, Cozy Accommodations, and an Antiques Paradise

With COVID taking over the world and cancelling plans (much to many an introvert’s delight) my partner and I had to adapt for our one year wedding anniversary plans. Initially, we had been planning a two to three week adventure through Germany and Scotland visiting friends abroad, exploring botanical gardens and museums, and fitting in…

Skirt Sports: The activewear world’s hidden gem
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Skirt Sports: The activewear world’s hidden gem

Activewear just got a whole lot more inclusive! Delving into the world of running as a plus size woman was challenging at best, and uninviting at worst. Plus size women are rarely featured in running publications, and I was pressed to find a dedicated sportswear brand whose size range extended beyond an extra large. I…

Florida’s Crystal River & the Magical Manatee
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Florida’s Crystal River & the Magical Manatee

I consider myself a lucky one whenever I connect with Mother Nature and her magical creations. My visit to Crystal River on Florida’s West Coast only heightened my sense of privilege. Crystal River is a charming Old Florida town of just under 5,000 residents located in Citrus County. Eco-tourism drives the economy and the Manatee…

A Florida Treasure Coast Hidden Gem: Martin County

A Florida Treasure Coast Hidden Gem: Martin County

  Discovering unique destinations is my passion. I was happy to find another gem in my home state of Florida. My year-end road trip introduced me to Martin County, north of Palm Beach and part of Florida’s famed Treasured Coast, where shipwrecks with precious cargo are still said to be buried. A Naturalist’s Playground Spanning…