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a couple standing on a rooftop bar at one of the best date night restaurants in Indy

A Locals Guide to the Best Date Night Restaurants in Indy

04.02.26 | Indiana + North America and Caribbean + United States of America
A woman with baby on her back stands facing a waterfall with bridge at Hocking Hills Ohio

The Ultimate Weekend Guide to Hocking Hills, Ohio

17.06.25 | North America and Caribbean + Ohio + United States of America
a girl holding up a glass of beer that says Field Day Brewing on it, one of the best restaurants in Iowa City

The Best Restaurants In Iowa City: The Ultimate Guide

13.05.25 | Iowa + North America and Caribbean
Check in office at the anchor inn in Traverse City

Staying at The Anchor Inn in Traverse City, Michigan

16.07.24 | Hotels + North America and Caribbean
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The 9 Best Activities in Bonaire: The Ultimate Guide to Paradise

19.04.24 | Bonaire + North America and Caribbean
Hotel Bellevue Syrene sitting atop a cliff over the Bay of Naples.

The Best and Most Dreamy Hotels Around The World

05.01.24 | Hotels

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a couple standing on a rooftop bar at one of the best date night restaurants in Indy

04.02.26 | Marissa & Josh | 1 Comment

A Locals Guide to the Best Date Night Restaurants in Indy

Indiana + North America and Caribbean + United States of America

As parents of a very active toddler, we fully understand the importance of date nights. And with the ever-growing food scene in Indy, it seems like we are constantly fielding “you guys have to try this place” restaurant recommendations. Our list of the best date night restaurants in Indy that we need to try continues…

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A woman with baby on her back stands facing a waterfall with bridge at Hocking Hills Ohio

17.06.25 | Marissa & Josh | No Comments

The Ultimate Weekend Guide to Hocking Hills, Ohio

North America and Caribbean + Ohio + United States of America

Looking to plan a getaway to Hocking Hills, Ohio? This guide will help you plan your perfect trip! Not sure where to stay, we found the perfect place. Wondering what you should do? We have a list full of the best hikes and activities in the area. Think you’ll go hungry? Think again! We’ve rounded…

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a girl holding up a glass of beer that says Field Day Brewing on it, one of the best restaurants in Iowa City

13.05.25 | Marissa & Josh | No Comments

The Best Restaurants In Iowa City: The Ultimate Guide

Iowa + North America and Caribbean

Iowa City is known for being a foodie city. Despite being a small, Midwestern city in a flyover state, it surprisingly has a dense population of amazing local restaurants with a diverse culinary scene. After living in this city for 4 years, I was fortunate enough to try out many of its amazing restaurants. That’s…

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Check in office at the anchor inn in Traverse City

16.07.24 | Marissa & Josh | No Comments

Staying at The Anchor Inn in Traverse City, Michigan

Hotels + North America and Caribbean

Since Traverse City was our first trip with our dog AND our 5-month-old baby, it was important to find somewhere to stay that gave us plenty of space but also a unique and memorable experience. After searching around for a while in different areas that were driving distance from our Iowa City home, I stumbled…

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couple exploring Kralendijk, Bonaire a top activity to do on the island

19.04.24 | Marissa & Josh | 1 Comment

The 9 Best Activities in Bonaire: The Ultimate Guide to Paradise

Bonaire + North America and Caribbean

Have you ever wanted to travel somewhere off the beaten path? Maybe somewhere warm with crystal clear, turquoise waters and untouched white sand? If this sounds like you, Bonaire is a destination you must visit. And no visit to this hidden gem of an island would be complete without checking out the 9 best activities…

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Hotel Bellevue Syrene sitting atop a cliff over the Bay of Naples.

05.01.24 | Marissa & Josh | 2 Comments

The Best and Most Dreamy Hotels Around The World

Hotels

We have made it our goal to stay at the best, most romantic, and truly dreamy hotels around the world. To help our readers fulfill their travel dreams, we are meticulously curating a comprehensive and well-organized guide to the best hotels around the world. Our guide includes all of the amazing, romantic, and world-class hotels…

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04.01.24 | Marissa & Josh | 1 Comment

Escape to a Desert Oasis: Why Scottsdale is the Ultimate Couples Getaway

Arizona

So why do we think Scottsdale is the ultimate couples getaway? This small town, adjacent to Arizona’s capital city, Phoenix, is the frequently sought after oasis in this otherwise vast desert. This popular paradise offers many luxurious accommodations, incredible restaurants, breathtaking scenery, and endless activities. That’s why we chose Scottsdale as our “Babymoon” destination. So,…

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18.10.23 | Marissa & Josh | No Comments

Best Coffee Shops In Indianapolis

Indianapolis

When it comes to researching what to do in a particular city, finding cozy and aesthetically pleasing coffee shops is one of my top priorities. I mean, we would not make it through the rest of our day exploring a city without our morning dose of caffeine. Now, when it comes to Indianapolis, Josh and…

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Here’s how we spent a long weekend in Petoskey, Mi Here’s how we spent a long weekend in Petoskey, Michigan 

Before reading further, make sure to save this itinerary so you have it for your future trip!

We visited Petoskey during peak fall season and it was absolutely incredible! The colors were stunning and it ended up being the perfect fall getaway for our family. 

Thursday Evening
- arrive at your hotel/airbnb

Friday
- start the day with breakfast in Harbor Springs at Small Batch at the Cupola (@smallbatchatthecupola). Then wander the towns’ shops before heading over to Petoskey State Park for some short fall hikes. 
- Grab lunch in Petoskey at Beard’s Brewery (@beardsbrewery)
- Spend the afternoon wandering the many adorable shops, visiting Bay Front Park, or walking the scenic trail by the river. 
- Have dinner at Chandlers 

Saturday
- today you are taking a road trip, so start early! 
- Breakfast is at Maple + Batter (@mapleandbatter) in Bay Harbor
- Then you are going to continue driving west on 31 until you reach the town of Charlevoix where you can wander the shops, grab coffee at Blondies Coffee, and walk along the lake.
- Now head south on 66 until you reach Castle Farms (@castlefarms.weddings). Here you can take a tour of the castle and gardens or even have a glass of wine at 1918 Cellars 
- Next continue on to the Sky Bridge, where you can walk across the world’s largest timber-towered suspension bridge and grab food that Eagles Nest for more panoramic views. 
- On your way back to Petoskey, stop at Boyne Valley Vineyards (@boynevalleyvineyards) for a cozy wine tasting by the fire. 

Sunday
- head home (or continue your Michigan adventure on Mackinac Island only 55 min away!)

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Hi there! We’re Marissa and Josh, a travel couple (now with a toddler in tow) from Indianapolis that shares destination guides, dreamy hotels, and authentic experiences to help inspire you to get out and see the world
Traveling with kids isn’t just about the memories, Traveling with kids isn’t just about the memories, it actually benefits their development.

Here’s what science says:
• New environments boost their brain development.
• Shared experiences strengthen emotional security.
• They build adaptability and resilience with every new place.
• Exposure to new faces + sounds boosts social + language growth.
• And even if they don’t remember every detail, the positive emotions stay with them.

So yes, it takes more planning. But the benefits? Completely worth it!

Send this reminder to someone who loves to travel! 
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Hi there! We’re Marissa and Josh, a travel couple (now with a toddler in tow) from Indianapolis that shares destination guides, dreamy hotels, and authentic experiences to help inspire you to get out and see the world
Traveling with kids isn’t just about the memories, Traveling with kids isn’t just about the memories, it actually benefits their development.

Here’s what science says:
• New environments help brain development.
• Shared experiences strengthen emotional security.
• They build adaptability and resilience with every new place.
• Exposure to new faces + sounds boosts social + language growth.
• And even if they don’t remember every detail, the positive emotions stay with them.

So yes, it takes more planning. But the benefits? Completely worth it!

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Hi there! We’re Marissa and Josh, a travel couple (now with a toddler in tow) from Indianapolis that shares destination guides, dreamy hotels, and authentic experiences to help inspire you to get out and see the world
A holiday date night in Carmel, Indiana We love l A holiday date night in Carmel, Indiana

We love living on the north side of Indianapolis because there are so many amazing restaurants and fun events, especially during the holidays! 

Here are two of our favorite ways to get into the holiday spirit in Carmel that can easily be combined into one festive date night. 

Carmel Christkindlmarkt - voted the Best Holiday Market by USA Today 4 times and is in the running to win again this year! It’s the perfect spot to wander around the many vendors looking at the incredible handcrafted goods and deciding what to eat (between the waffles, wurst, glüwein, kebabs, etc it’s so hard to choose!). It’s definitely an experience worth traveling for and it’s only gotten bigger and better since we last visited 6 years ago. 

3UP Rooftop - @3uprooftoplounge is in their Winter Wonderland era and you need to experience it for yourself! The entire place is decked out, even the outdoor patio which is somehow perfectly heated despite being completely open. It’s the perfect spot to end the night with a festive cocktail and some delicious food by the fire. 
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Hi there! We’re Marissa and Josh, a travel couple (now with a toddler in tow) from Indianapolis that shares destination guides, dreamy hotels, and authentic experiences to help inspire you to get out and see the world
Who are you bringing with you on a cozy getaway to Who are you bringing with you on a cozy getaway to The Townie Cottages in Union Pier, Michigan? | hosted stay

The @thetowniecottages was the perfect fall getaway for our family. Not only did we get to enjoy all the incredible amenities of the property (like the hot tub and fully stocked kitchen) but we loved how close it was to all the amazing things SW Michigan has to offer, like farm-to-table restaurants, wineries, and adorable beach towns. 
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Hi there! We’re Marissa and Josh, a travel couple (now with a toddler in tow) from Indianapolis that shares destination guides, dreamy hotels, and authentic experiences to help inspire you to get out and see the world
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