A Coffee Lover’s Guide to Charleston
The charming Southern town of Charleston does not disappoint when it comes to their unique and charming coffee shops. There are many Charleston coffee shops, mostly located with the historic district, that provide all the charm the city has to offer, while also serving incredible coffee. Charleston Coffee Shops: Second State Coffee Both a coffee shop and a roastery, Second State Coffee has several locations in the Charleston area. With four locations in Downtown Charleston and Mount Pleasant, Second State has become a big name in the coffee scene in Charleston. Their downtown location and flagship store on Beaufain Street originally opened in February 2012. The shop boasts minimal and…
Atlanta Coffee Shops: An Ultimate Guide
After living in Atlanta, Georgia for two years now and visiting almost every coffee shop this beautiful city has to offer, I am so excited to share a guide to Atlanta coffee shops! Most of these coffee shops are in the city limits of Atlanta, and a couple of the shops are located in the suburbs outside of Atlanta. I am a big fan of specialty coffee shops so most of the locations on this list only focus on coffee (so no restaurants or “cafes”). While some of these coffee shops may not have the best cup of coffee I have ever tried, I am including all of them to…
The Ultimate Guide to Wailea
With five beaches, golf courses, stunning ocean views, award-winning restaurants, and shops, Wailea welcomes thousands of tourists to the area every year. This luxurious resort town offers seclusion, serenity, and aloha spirit with every corner you explore. Here is your ultimate guide to the Wailea area: from shopping, to things to do, to dining, and places to stay. The Ultimate Guide to Wailea: Shopping The Shops at Wailea Most of the stores at the Shops at Wailea are luxury, high-end brands, but there are some small boutiques and souvenir stores as well. Some of our favorite stores here included Cariloha (everything made out of bamboo so they have super…
Exploring Paia, Maui
The beautiful coastal town of Paia sits along the North Shore of Maui, mixing hip surf culture and exotic jungle living with the Road to Hana beginning in this little town. In Paia, you will find the best beach in Maui with sea turtles and windsurfing, shops, boutiques, and unique restaurants. Paia is the perfect place to really enjoy the authentic Hawaiian culture without it being too “touristy”; here you can find a unique blend of natural food shops, eclectic stores, and kind people. Paia was easily my favorite town in Maui. There were unique shops here and local restaurants we had never seen before that we were able to…
Top 10 Things to Do in Savannah, Georgia
Savannah, GA is one of the most beautiful places to visit in the Southeast. Soaked in Southern charm, Savannah features oak trees covered with Spanish moss, horse-drawn carriages, historical architecture, and haunted houses. Here are the top 10 things to do in or near Savannah, GA, especially for first-time visitors! 1. Explore River Street River Street is one of the highlights of Savannah! It is located next to the Savannah River so you will see many cargo ships entering into the port as you explore the area. Cobblestones line the street and historic buildings greet you on the side of the street. It is a big tourist area, and…
Exploring Lahaina, Maui
Lahaina was easily one of my favorite places in Maui. Steeped with culture, shopping, amazing food, and plenty of excursions for everyone in the family, this charming little town cannot be beat. I wanted to share with you my favorite parts of Lahaina and what we were able to do here during our honeymoon! We technically spent two days in Lahaina. There is really so much to do here, you could easily spend a couple of days here and not get everything done. One of my favorite parts of our Lahaina visit was the drive over to this shore of Maui. We stayed in the Wailea area, which made our…
Hotel Wailea: The Place of Dreams
For our honeymoon, Nathan and I knew we wanted to go somewhere relaxing, beautiful, and peaceful. Nathan has visited Hawaii many times, and his favorite island has always been Maui. His family vacationed again to Hawaii several years ago while we were dating, and Nathan promised he would take me as soon as he could! So Hawaii was always at the top of our list for honeymoon destinations. We chose Maui, and specifically the Wailea area, in hopes for a beautiful landscape and tranquil atmosphere. When we researched resorts in the Wailea area, we ended up picking Hotel Wailea for its spectacular reviews and the fact it is an adults…
