Cecily Protsack - Groovy Mashed Potatoes

Fun-Filled Road Trip to Santa Barbara

This scenic road trip to Santa Barbara from LA includes fun road trip stops and unique things to do in the vibrant city on the American Riviera.

Ultimate Day Trip to Santa Barbara for the Food & Wine Lover

USA, Relaxing Trips, Culinary Destinations

Spend a relaxing day on the American Riviera in our day trip to Santa Barbara. We include the best spots from wine tasting rooms to farm-to-fork restaurants.

5 Day Maui Itinerary for the Road Trip Lover

USA, Road Trips

Skip the touristy resorts and see the best of the island's natural sights and culture in our 5 Day Maui Itinerary for the road trip enthusiast. Your 5 days in Maui will be filled with fun experiences.

Picturesque Vancouver to Banff Road Trip Itinerary

Canada, Road Trips

See the best of nature in BC and the Rockies. Our Vancouver to Banff road trip itinerary includes spectacular sights and fun road trip stops along the way.

17 Best Weekend Getaways From Vancouver

Canada, Relaxing Trips, Road Trips, Hiking, Unique Excursions, Local Cultural Experiences

Discover bohemian islands, off-the-grid places, charming towns and fun cities in our list of the best weekend getaways from Vancouver.

Hey there!

We're Cec & Ari, two experience-loving Canadians who love to explore and have fun. All together we have traveled to 58 countries and recently completed our dream trip around the world.

When we travel we look to immerse ourselves in the local culture and have a passion for finding hidden gems and off-the-beaten path places. Our travel guides were crafted from our own experiences and designed with you in mind to make the trip planning process as fun and easy as possible.

When we're not traveling, you'll find us jamming out to tunes, making wood-fired pizzas and enjoying nature at our home on Salt Spring Island, Canada. Read our story.

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