St Thomas and St John of the US Virgin Islands are excellent destinations for vacationing. The expenses in paradise can rack up pretty quickly. We’ve identified five travel tips to plan an inexpensive trip to the US Virgin Islands.
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We are a couple who enjoy travel and new experiences. Our passion is finding adventures and staying active - whether we are going on a vacation or just enjoying activities close to our home. We love adventure travel and have picked up some new hobbies including stand up paddle boarding, rock climbing and yoga. Our blog shares our travel stories and tips - including budget travel and health conscious travel. We hope to inspire others to find what you love and make time to engage in what you love as much as possible.
Five Natural Springs to Visit in Florida
Florida is home to hundreds of natural springs, in fact, it is the state with the most first-magnitude springs in the United States. First magnitude springs produce at least 64 million gallons of water per day. We decided to visit a handful of springs one weekend and enjoyed each one for it’s unique qualities. Disclaimer:…
Visit Three Sisters Springs in Crystal River, Florida
Three Sisters Springs is a manatee refuge located in Crystal River, Florida. It is a destination for paddlers, snorkelers and swimmers. It is primarily accessed by water. Keep reading for our experience paddling from Hunter Springs to Three Sisters Springs during a small craft advisory.
Experience the Healing Power of Rainbow Springs
Rainbow Springs is located in Florida and is perfect for swimming and snorkeling. The water in the swimming area is crystal clear. From the headsprings entrance visitors can swim, rent kayaks or walk to waterfalls. There are two additional entrances for floating and camping. Keep reading for more about our visit to Rainbow Springs.
10 Tips for Traveling with Migraine
As a traveler with migraine I’ve experienced migraine symptoms in various settings when traveling. I’ve learned from each experience and compiled 12 tips for traveling with migraine. Continue reading for the full list of tips.
Visit Manatee Springs: Paddle with an Alligator
Manatee Springs is another great stop to experience nature in Florida. During our visit we paddled to the Suwannee River and said hi to a gator. This park offers swimming, snorkeling, paddling, kayaking, canoeing, cave diving, hiking, biking and camping. Keep reading for more about our experience.
Swim in an Underwater Cave at Ichetucknee Springs
Ichetucknee Springs is a must stop for nature lovers. This park is home to eight natural springs that form the Ichetucknee River. It is also home to the underwater cave known as the Blue Hole. The park offers hiking, floating, paddling, swimming, snorkeling and diving. Keep reading for our experience at the “Iche”.
Poe Springs: Visit a Free Natural Spring in Florida
Poe Springs is one of hundreds of natural springs in Florida. It is located in Poe Springs Park and access is free. Continue reading for more about our time visiting Poe Springs.
Traveling Migraineur
I am a traveler who wants to raise awareness about migraine. This is the beginning of my story about accepting my illness and learning to manage my symptoms. My improved health has given me hope and the freedom to travel. Join me to shed light on this invisible illness.
Budget Bucket List: Puerto Rico
Visiting Puerto Rico on a budget? Here are seven budget friendly activities to enjoy on the island.