If you’re planning a trip to the Smoky Mountains but want to avoid the constant crowds of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Roamstead in Cosby, Tennessee might be exactly what you’re looking for. Nestled near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this camping site offers the perfect balance of comfort, nature, and proximity to popular attractions—without…
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February 2025: 5 Travel Highlights
As this month comes to an end, I wanted to take the time to share a few highlights of the two trips I took this month with my amazing friends! In my previous posts, I shared the top things to do in Myrtle Beach, SC and Blue Ridge, GA, because I was headed to both…
My First Overnight Hike in Japan
In the fall of 2019, I went on my first overnight hike to Mt. Komagatake in the Akita Prefecture of Japan. Prior to this trip, my last huge hike was 3 years prior and it was a rewarding experience (Cinque Terre in Italy – I’ll blog about that later). The hike up and down Mt….