We all know that overpacking is a “travel don’t”, but that’s easier said than done. Have you ever considered the money you could save by packing light? The savings are fairly obvious at the airport when packing light is the difference between paying for a checked bag and avoiding that fee. However, there are other unexpected […]
Great Places to See Fall Leaves in Utah
Do you love fall leaves? Me too. One of the best parts of fall is taking a day or a weekend to find the best fall leaves in Utah. Utah is better known for the Greatest Snow on Earth and the Mighty 5 national parks than for its fall color. However, if you – like […]
Top Things to Do at Snowbird in the Summer
I love summer, but sometimes the heat is too much! Snowbird Resort is an easy getaway when we want something fun to do in the cool mountain air. The resort is a short drive from Salt Lake City – making it an easy weekend getaway or day trip for our family. Snowbird Summer Resort was […]
5 Ways to Save Money on Food While Traveling
Looking for ways to cut your travel budget so you can take that next trip sooner? There are lots of good ways to save money on food while traveling. You will eat whether you are at home or traveling, so you can bring your travel food budget down to nearly nothing if you eat like […]
Tips for Visiting Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats
Driving on the Bonneville Salt Flats has been on my wish list for a few years. We recently drove through this area on our Ely, Nevada trip and I insisted that we save time for the Salt Flats on our way home. The Bonneville Salt Flats are an exceptionally flat, hard and dry area in […]
One Day in Great Basin National Park
Hey there! My family recently spent one day in Great Basin National Park, as part of a trip to Ely, Nevada. I visited Great Basin when I was young and was excited to return with my husband and kids (ages 16 and 13). We love the national parks. Great Basin isn’t as showy as some […]