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The Ultimate Guide to Queenstown, New Zealand

black women looking at the views in Queenstown

Embarking on my honeymoon adventure to New Zealand was a 2 week whirlwind of breathtaking landscapes and getting to experience a one-of-a-kind culture. And nestled at the center of this Kiwi wonderland was Queenstown—the crown jewel of our New Zealand tour! Imagine this — the mose picturesque mountains framing the town, and every street with a charming story to tell. This is how it was touching down in Queenstown for the first time. The locals -- some of which were Kiwi natives, some forever tourists -- welcomed us with open arms. Instantly,[...]

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Grand Rapids, MN – Your Affordable Weekend Retreat

Black girl sitting on a chair in Grand Rapids MN

As avid Midwest travelers based in Minnesota and Wisconsin, we are always on the hunt to discover new pockets of the Midwest. It is one of our favorite things about being travel bloggers - exploring interesting, yet affordable places right in our backyard! Located only 3 hours north of the Twin Cities, Grand Rapids, is a quiet and quirky city in Northern Minnesota.  From scenic hiking trails to outdoor music festivals and local breweries, this city surprised us with its unexpected charm.  We partnered with @VisitGrandRapids and @Riverfest[...]

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The Ultimate Weekend Getaway to Brookfield, Wisconsin

town of brookfield sign

It’s summertime in the Midwest and we’ve been spending time exploring new (and old) cities near us! Brookfield, Wisconsin is a modern town located just twenty minutes outside of downtown Milwaukee and 4.5 hours southeast of the Twin Cities. We spent a weekend in the town of Brookfield, and were amazed by how much it’s transformed in the last few years. New shopping centers, outdoor restaurants, and lots of unique entertainment options in the area. We loved the proximity to Milwaukee, and the convenient location of having everything you want and n[...]

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9 must try fish fry spots in Milwaukee

Two woman at a brewery

Wisconsin is known for it’s Friday Fish Fry. It’s a tradition where most restaurants will offer a special fish fry option on their menu for Friday, and it's only on Friday! Don’t try ordering it any other day; most likely, the fish fry will not be available. With such a strong tradition, we set out to find the top 9 fish fry spots in Milwaukee. With so many great fish fry options in Milwaukee, we spent a year trying out a new fish fry restaurant every other week. Here are the top 9 must try fish fry spots we found in Milwaukee! *Some prices may have[...]

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How to do Nashville, the Right Way

Ultimate guide to Nashville - various neighborhoods

Consider this your ultimate guide to planning a trip to Nashville that doesn't suck. Nashville has so much more to offer you besides getting blackout drunk on Broadway (although there is plenty of fun to be had on Broadway).  We’ve visited Nashville a handful of times and each trip we’ve gotten to see a different and more unique side of the city. It can be difficult to know what to prioritize in your trip, especially if you only have a few days to explore.  We are going to make sure that you are seeing the best parts of Nashville when y[...]

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A weekend Guide to Savannah, Georgia

a boat along the Savannah river

Savannah, Georgia is high on our list of favorite US cities! From its haunted history to its southern charm, this city has so much to give! We spent three full days in Savannah and fell in love with the local restaurants and waterfront views. If you follow us on Instagram, you can see all of our unique Savannah adventures saved in our Instagram Story Highlights. It was a trip for the books! In this post, we break down all the best things to do in Savannah for your first visit. We also include a two-day sample itinerary at the end of the post for[...]

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6 Budget-Friendly Dining Activities in Milwaukee

Two woman sitting at outdoor patio

In the past couple of years, Milwaukee has undergone a revitalization. The Milwaukee Bucks tore down it’s beloved Bradley Center and built a brand new arena called the Fiserv Forum. Along with it, the city added a new entertainment district. In other parts of downtown Milwaukee and the surrounding city area, more entertainment spots and experiential dining activities in Milwaukee have popped up.  It's been so fun seeing the city be revitalized and offering more and more to it’s residents and tourists. Here is a list of 5 budget-friendly dining activit[...]

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8 date night restaurants downtown Milwaukee

outdoor dining dog friendly

Cheese, beer, and more cheese. That’s what most people think when they hear Wisconsin. But, there’s more to us! Especially, restaurants downtown Milwaukee. The food scene in downtown Milwaukee is incredible. There are so many talented chefs and so many cute, romantic date night restaurant spots that will inspire you to travel to a new country simply with the cuisine. We love using our CityTin to pick the next date night restaurant we’ve never been to, but we also have a list of our never-disappoint spots. Here is a taste of our favorite romantic date[...]

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Our Budget Guide to Cinque Terre, italy

two girls hugging for a picture in Cinque Terre Italy

We recently did an Italian city tour, and it was so hard to narrow down to the top few areas! There are so many incredible cities to explore in Italy: Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre, the list goes on. We created a budget guide for each place, so consider this your budget guide to Cinque Terre! We were not familiar with Cinque Terre when we were planning our 10-day Europe trip but after stumbling across some pictures, it quickly rose to the top of our bucketlist.  Cinque Terre is a coastal area within Liguria, in the northwest of Italy. It consists of[...]

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Disney World Snacks Under $10 (Disney on a Budget)

Disney World Snacks on a Budget

Disney World is one of those places that brings out the little kid in you. And just like a little kid, in this magical land it's somehow acceptable to eat ice cream for breakfast and put sprinkles on your waffles! No matter your budget, everyone should be able to experience the magic of Disney World snacks. Believe it or not, there are ways you can indulge at Disney World without having to pay a fortune. You’re on vacation after all, and treating yourself is part of the deal. Knowing where the inexpensive Disney World snacks are can make the tri[...]