Welcome
U.S. Travel Writer Covering Outdoor Adventure and Elevated Experiences
After 5 years of publishing and decades spent chasing sunsets, exploring hidden gems, and staying in some incredible places across the U.S., here are a few of my favorite guides to get you started.
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FEATURED ARTICLES
Explore curated destination guides, unique stays, and itineraries that get you off the beaten path - from coastal getaways to national park adventures.
Discover Roosters, Rum & Coastal Charm - Your Guide to Key West
The Ultimate Sedona Itinerary - 5 Days in Red Rock Country
Off Grid Living in a Hogan - A Rare Glimpse of Life Within the Mounument Valley Tribal Park
NATIONAL PARK GUIDES
In-depth guides to U.S. national parks, including where to stay, what to do, and how to plan unforgettable trips in some of the country’s most iconic landscapes.
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Channel Islands National Park - The “Galapagos of North America”
Where Oceans Meet - Guide to the Dry Tortugas National Park
Rush Creek Spa - Yosemite’s Glamorous Side You Didn’t Know Existed
👉 Browse all destinations in the full travel library
AS FEATURED IN:
TravelHost (Yosemite National Park Expert)
High Networth Magazine (Luxury Travel Expert)
Marketer’s Magazine (Expert Blogger)
Canvas Rebel – Stories & Insights
Southern California Writer’s Association Member’s Showcase
Recognitions:
Monthly Vacation Giveaways
NEXT GIVEAWAY STARTS MARCH 21
Stay tuned for my next vacation giveaway. Starting March 21, enter to win a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to stay in a geo dome.
Visit my Giveaway Page for more information and a list of past winners!
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La Vie Yoga’s 2026 Sedona Retreat
RESCHEDULED DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
What’s Included:
4-night, 5-day stay in a private room at a boutique hotel.
7 Kaiut yoga classes.
A Vortex Experience.
Stargazing with a professional astronomer.
Winery tour and tasting.
Fire Ceremony. Daily journaling.
Daily hikes.
All meals with vegan, vegetarian and GF options. Dinners include appetizers, entrée choices, desserts and wine.
I work hard to keep my blog simple and enjoyable, without the clutter of constant pop-ups or heavy advertising. That said, I occasionally partner with brands I genuinely know and trust. If you’re already planning to make a purchase, using the links below helps support my work through a small commission on eligible purchases—at no extra cost to you.
My Travel Essentials - Check out my recommendations for Carry On Essentials, Hiking Essentials and Backpacking Essentials
Expedia – Flights, rental cars, stays, even cruises
REI – Outdoor gear and clothing
BOOK RECOMMENDATION:
Shadows of the Ivory
A Woman’s Incredible Journey to Learn About a Life Lost Halfway Around the World
For many of us, travel is about personal growth and finding oneself. That is surely the case with Maryline Anna Roux. Raised in France, Maryline knew very little of her past which was never talked about. Born in Cote D’Ivore, much of her life remained a secret. All she knew for sure was that she left her birthplace after one year through a trade. Her French father had gifted her African grandparents a rifle and a sewing machine leading her to believe she had been tossed aside by her mother, traded like goods much like the ivory trade that plagues the area.
Many years later, Maryline sets out on a quest to find her birth mother and unravel the mystery surrounding her early years. In her memoirs, she documents her incredible journey deep into the heart of Africa and into her soul. It is a heartfelt story full of love and emotion, loss and sorrow. I recently had the privilege and honor of helping edit Maryline’s memoir and highly recommend it.
Note: A portion of all sales go to support Maryline’s African village, Vieux-Badien with building a hospital, a new school, and a sports facility.
WORK WITH ME:
Interested in working together? Email me at jen@jen33travel.com with your collaboration idea, or to request copies of my Media Kit and Pricing Schedule.
I also host monthly vacation giveaways and am always looking for new giveaway partners.
“In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.”
— John Muir
“All things are connected. Whatever befalls the earth befalls the children of the earth.”
— Chief Seattle
