Elizabeth “Boo” McGough
The ultimate joy-chaser. It is only appropriate for the first post of my joy-chaser series to feature my grandmother, Boo.
The Best Beach Chairs and Overall Beach Set-up
My beach set-up brings me a LOT of joy. I spent hours and hours (days? weeks?) researching it to make it just right and as someone who spends as much time as possible on the beach, I finally feel like we have accomplished the best beach set-up!
Itinerary for 8 Days in the British Virgin Islands… on a boat!
Boating through the British Virgin Islands is the most postcard-perfect Caribbean vacation you can imagine. I’ve outlined my itinerary for you for an 8-day island hopping adventure!
My Packing List: 10 Less-Common Items that I Always Travel With
Going on a vacation soon? Ahhh lucky you! There are a lot of packing lists out there and a lot of tips (e.g., pack the same color tones so that you can mix and match outfits), but I wanted to share some of the items that I always pack that help make my trip easier or more enjoyable, or both!
The best places to eat in Carrabassett Valley, Maine and Sugarloaf
The pine-covered, normally quiet region of Carrabassett Valley, which includes Sugarloaf Mountain, in Northern Maine has become a hip foodie hot spot, particularly over the past few years. The region features mostly casual dining options (wear your best snow boots or flip flops!), and many restaurants feature farm-to-table fresh ingredients. Whether you crave Italian pesto bread in a cozy hut, raclettes on the mountain, or the best burritos made with groats, there is food for every foodie here. Below I have listed the best places to eat in Carrabassett Valley!
10 Vegetarian Restaurants in Paris for Super-Foodies
Ahhhh Paris. I can smell the warm baguettes, the fresh butter, the French onion soup, the boeuf bourgignon, and my favorite macarons now. But it isn’t easy to find the best vegetarian restaurants in Paris. Fortunately, we have done an insane amount of research for you, so here’s our list of the best vegetarian restaurants in Paris for super-foodies.
How I plan itineraries once I have chosen destinations
You’re so excited because you have selected a destination for your next vacation… but… now how do you plan the best trip ever that aligns with what you want out of it? I often get asked about my itineraries for various locations, which of course I am happy to share! But if you don’t have a personal travel consultant and want to plan a dream vacation on your own, and one that is perfect for YOU, here are some tips.
Tips for Getting off the Waitlist at Noma and Geranium
I had one week to get reservations at the restaurants, which were ranked the #1 and #2 restaurants in the WORLD at the time! We ended up getting into both restaurants at the last-minute, which was truly the experience of a LIFETIME, so I wanted to share my tips for getting off the waitlist! I imagine that a lot of our success was pure luck, but a lot was also persistence. If you’re lucky enough to go to Copenhagen and prioritize food like we do (despite the heart-rate-rising prices), keep reading!
Winter Adventure Guide to the Finnish Laplands
Have you ever dreamed of seeing the Northern lights? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to visit what some consider the North Pole? Ever dreamed of dogsledding? Ever thought about cooking foraged mushrooms over an open fire? These dreams came true for me in a trip of a lifetime to… Finland!
My Favorite Tea Set-up
All of my loved ones know that I have an obsession… and that is for all things TEA. Here are my favorite buys for the most meditative and joy-filled tea experience!