Amber Nelson

Discover the ultimate two-week Christmas market road trip through Western Europe. From Frankfurt and Strasbourg to Paris and Brussels. Includes festive stops, hotels, and travel tips for a magical holiday getaway.

Heading to a European Christmas market? Here’s exactly what type of Christmas market outfits to pack and wear for cozy walks, festive lights, and long winter nights. From practical layers to stylish accessories that look great in photos.

A quiet fall weekend on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park was everything I hoped it would be — golden aspens, elk bugling at dusk, and slow mornings spent sipping coffee in a yurt at Arapaho Valley Ranch. Between the hikes, cozy meals, and a rainy soak at Hot Sulphur Springs, Grand County might just be Colorado’s most underrated fall destination. #RockyMountainNationalPark #GrandCountyColorado #ColoradoTravel #FallInColorado #MeaningfulTravel #ArapahoValleyRanch

Dreaming of Europe’s Christmas markets but don’t want to overspend? Learn how to take a Christmas Market trip with points and miles. Pay for flights, hotels, and transport with points and miles to make your holiday trip magical and affordable.

Discover 10 cozy European Christmas market foods — from potato pancakes and tarte flambée to mulled wine, waffles, and chimney cakes.

Discover the Heidelberg Christmas Market in Germany: castle views, handmade ornaments, glühwein, family-friendly fun, and must-try holiday foods.

Planning a weekend in Boise? I turned my hometown into a staycation and explored it like a tourist—with The Sparrow Hotel as my base. From cozy boutique vibes to brunch spots, rooftop cocktails, hikes, and local markets, here’s how to spend the perfect weekend in downtown Boise.

Discover the Capital One Venture X Lounge at JFK—cheese monger, coffee bar, buffet bites, and bodega to-go. Here’s how to get in & what to expect.

The Trierer Weihnachtsmarkt is one of Germany’s most magical Christmas markets. Discover food, history, and holiday spirit in Trier’s historic Hauptmarkt.

German Christmas markets are magical. From Trier and Heidelberg to everyday surprises, here’s what I learned on my first trip to Europe at Christmas.

I scored a free Delta first class upgrade on my ATL to JFK flight using a Delta credit card upgrade strategy and Gold Medallion status. Learn why booking Main Cabin (not basic) matters.

Planning a trip to Acadia? Here are 3 Acadia National Park tips about Jordan Pond House, Thunder Hole, and Cadillac Mountain that will help you enjoy your visit.

Staying cool while camping can be challenging, especially if you’re not camping near water. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to stay cool and entertained at the same time.

Plan the perfect skip-gen adventure in Acadia National Park. Discover scenic trails, the tide-timed Bar Island walk, boat tours, and the best lobster

Skip-gen travel in Acadia National Park is easy and fun. Discover scenic hikes, tidepool walks, boat tours, and the best places to eat in Bar Harbor.

Planning a solo car camping trip? These 6 must-have essentials will upgrade your setup and make your next outdoor adventure way more comfortable.

If all you have is 4 hours in Charleston this walking itinerary covers the best of Charleston in one morning

Planning to go solo car camping in Grand Teton National Park? Follow my Day 1 itinerary with hikes & wildlife sightings.

Planning to go solo car camping in Grand Teton National Park? Follow my Day 1 itinerary with scenic drives from Boise, hikes at Jenny Lake, moose sightings & sunset at Mormon Row.

How travel and social psychology intertwine to encourage personal growth, deepen empathy, and create lasting connections. As told by a social psychologist.