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01/02/2025

2024 in photos 🫶🏼

56,046 miles traveled, 29 flights, and 16 airports later, safe to say this year was one for the books. There’s one word that helped us wrack up these stats: yes.

2024 was the year of saying yes. It was about getting out our comfort zones and seizing opportunities that were presented to us. Sometimes it was scary, exhausting, or a bit pricey, but we’ll never regret:

🌴Renting a scooter from a stranger on the side of the road in Tulum

🏜️Climbing over the dunes in the California desert

✨Watching the northern lights from a glass dome in Finland

🧊Waking up in a camper van at glacier bay in Iceland

🎿Skiing through peaks of Utah on a bluebird day

🍰Eating pastelas de noches in the streets of Lisbon

🐫Riding a camel to a desert oasis in Morocco

🎈Riding a hot air balloon during sunrise in Cappodoccia

🥾Hiking our first 14,000 foot peak in the mountains of Colorado

🌇Watching the sunrise over Manhattan from 50 stories up

So here’s to bringing more of this energy into 2025. Great things happen when you COMMIT, say YES, and seize EVERY opportunity 🫶🏼

What are your 2025 resolutions?

12/24/2024

18 months ago, I asked my hiking buddy to marry me on the edge of a cliff in the Italian Dolomites. As I stood up from one knee, she leapt into my arms and bear hugged me, her way of saying YES, completely ignoring the thousand-foot drops around us. My hiking boots saved us with the slightest bit of traction, setting the tone for our adventure-filled engagement.

Leading up to the trip, I rehearsed what I’d say to Cara during sunrise on this bucketlist hike. All I could think about was what could go wrong, I might forget my speech, it could rain, we could get lost, or lose cell service and miss the photographers. But one thing I wasn’t worried about? Her saying no.

The night before, I texted our photographers the coordinates where they’d start following us and prayed the rain in the forecast wouldn’t show. We hiked to a mountain hut with 60L packs and checked into a shared bunk room with hikers from around the world. After a communal dinner, we put our bags on the top bunk and squeezed into the twin-size bed together, naturally.

At 4am, our alarms went off. Half-asleep from a mix of excitement and claustrophobia, we brushed our teeth, laced our boots, and started hiking in total darkness. By sunrise, the sun’s hues lit the sharp peaks of the horizon. “We’re here. This is happening,” I thought as we sprinted to the vista, like we always do at the end of hikes.

At the top, I grabbed Cara’s hands, and she immediately knew. “This is actually happening, right now?” she said as I dropped to one knee, pulling out the ring I’d protected like my life depended on it.

I told her I was certain of one thing: I wanted to spend forever chasing our dream to see the world from mountaintops, with the one person who’d hike again a million times just to watch the next sunrise together.

We spent the morning dancing, laughing, and crying in disbelief that life could get better. Now, we’re 8 months away from making it official, and I can’t wait to see you on that day.

Thanks for being my forever hiking buddy, Cara Joe
♥️ Tristan

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12/20/2024

Believe it or not, 2 years ago we didn’t even have a travel page. We were just college sweethearts who (maybe) wanted to see the world one day. In 2021, we had a tough conversation about taking a few days off for our first vacation since graduation 🙉

It happened over sushi. Cara wanted to rent a campervan and drive the California coast, and Tristan said, “you’re dreaming.” We ended up arguing passionately in public about how to make something so crazy work.

That night, we both went home and let the idea sink in. “When else are we going to do this?” we thought. Cara resourcefully found a campervan on for $250 a night, flights weren’t as bad as we expected, and we realized we could check off a bucket list item for the cost of a few date nights. “Are we doing this?”

…you bet we were ✈️

Three months later, we returned from our life-changing trip from LA to Big Sur, having experienced campervan living for the first time. Cara posted THESE 10 photos on her personal IG, and they went what we called “mini-viral.” Campervan pages started sharing our photos (without asking), and soon we were in touch with Outdoorsy, who wanted to feature our pictures.

Before long, we were campervanning across Utah, Washington, Colorado, you name it. We were hiking, taking “gallon showers,” and realizing how far one crazy idea can take you.

So here’s to chasing dreams, arguing over sushi, and saying YES to adventure ✨

12/12/2024

Cappadocia is one of those places that feels straight out of a dream 😴💭 From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by its unique landscapes, fairy chimneys, ancient caves, and sweeping valleys that seem endless. The highlight was waking up before sunrise to watch hundreds of colorful hot air balloons take off, painting the sky with magic. Standing there, coffee in hand, with the crisp morning air and a horizon unlike anything we’d ever seen, felt surreal ✨

But the beauty of Cappadocia doesn’t stop at the balloons! We explored underground cities, hiked through breathtaking valleys, and stayed in a cozy cave hotel that felt like stepping back in time. The combination of natural wonder and culture made every moment unforgettable. It’s a place that reminded us why we travel 🌏❤️

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09/25/2024

Today marks 18 months since the very first time I posted bald on social media on my personal Instagram account. It was a HUGE step for me, because no one even knew I wore a wig. Not having any hair was the absolute biggest insecurity in my entire life and my biggest secret. Being exposed to today’s beauty standards made it so difficult to love myself and feel confident in my own skin, especially seeing advertisements talking about how a woman’s beauty can be defined through her hair. I didn’t feel beautiful unless I had a wig on 😔

I am bald because I have Alopecia, an autoimmune disease that causes hair loss that I’ve had since I was 5 years old and has no known cure. I spent 22 years of having Alopecia hiding underneath wigs, bandanas, and hats. I realized I had absolutely no photos of what I actually looked like, which had to change! Posting that picture for the first time was both terrifying yet unbelievably freeing at the exact same time.

Spending time in nature made me realize how beautiful everything is just the way it is and the way God intended it to be. Trees are asymmetrical, leaves are discolored, fruits and veggies can be lopsided, the list goes on. Yet, these imperfections are what make up all of nature. I committed to myself that instead of trying to alter who I was and what I looked like artificially, I would embrace my true, natural, organic, and authentic self 👩🏼‍🦲

So, here’s to accepting yourself just as you are because you are so perfectly imperfect and I absolutely beg you to love yourself today and always 🫶🏼

Yours with love and imperfections,
Cara 🦋

05/12/2024

Still so upset we missed the strongest solar event of the century but at least we got to see the aurora in Finland this year! Seriously though, how was everyone so prepared for this?! Here are some pics from Finland anyway 😊🙌💚

Did you see the northern lights last night?

04/22/2024

The 10 best photos we’ve taken on Earth 📸🌱🌎

The secret’s out, we celebrate earth day everyday, BUT today is special because we get to POST about it! 🎉 Earth is CRAZY guys! And if you think you haven’t seen enough of it, you’re probably right. This is your sign to visit a new country (or continent, if you’re feeling spicy) this travel season ✈️

Today we’re reflecting on how lucky we’ve been to be able to roam around and take photos of these natural masterpieces. Earth truly never ceases to amaze us on each and every trip, and we can’t wait to release our new country & continent list for summer. It’s going to be an exciting one 🚀

Location credz (in order):
Yosemite
Dolomites
Vermilion Cliffs
Bonneville Salt Flats
Antelope Canyon
Death Valley
Kauai
Badwater Basin
Sequoia National Park
Mount Rainier

Who are you inviting to one of these epic spots?! 🤔🗺️

02/20/2024

Love is in the air 🚁

The most epic way to see NYC is from 2,000 feet above in a doors off helicopter experience 🚁🤩

As native New Yorkers, we’re usually “been there, done that” when it comes to NYC sights, but we’ve never seen NYC like this before! We saw every famous landmark from The Freedom Tower, to The Staue of Liberty, to Central Park, to The Empire State Building, and everything in between! It was absolutely sick and a can’t miss if you’re visiting NYC 🍎🗽🌆

02/10/2024

Fun fact: the first date we went on was actually ON Valentines Day 💘

We’re celebrating our SEVENTH Valentines together this weekend at 🥰 We met in Hoboken, went on our first date in Hoboken, and still live in Hoboken, so W Hoboken was so special to celebrate at! However far we journey, Hoboken will always feel like home 🫶🏼🥰💋

📦 featured: Revel in Romance Room Package by

01/06/2024

If it wasn’t clear, travel is on the IN list! ✈️✅

12/28/2023

2023: A year of trails conquered and roads embraced.
From mountain peaks to winding highways, each journey etched a story in our wanderlust-filled hearts.

Grateful for the miles, memories, and the breathtaking beauty that unfolded with every step and turn. Here’s to you, 2023 🎉🚗🏞️

12/17/2023

POV: you spend 7 days in the desert with one suitcase 🧳 a campervan 🚐 a camera 📸 and stocked mini-fridge🥛

These are the Arizona archives from our November trip into Vermillion Cliffs National Monument. Our trip started with one carry-on each, a seamless campervan pickup in Phoenix, and a SPRINT to catch sunset at one of the most famous sunset spots in the US 🌅

Our trip ended with being chased back to our campervan by a pack of javelinas (a type of wild boar), at which point we said “Arizona, it’s been real, but we’re going home now!”

The thing with travel is, sometimes you get lucky, and sometimes you don’t. Safe to say we lucked out with the memories (and photos) we left Arizona with 🌵

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Priority right now: enjoying this shower view 🚿 We’ve learned that a key metric in making van life enjoyable is one essential thing: running hot water. A view like this one while showering out of the van is just an added bonus 🤩 Whether it’s rinsing off a day of hiking or just soaking in the simple luxury of hot water that we take for granted back home, this setup is non-negotiable for us! This was day 5 of our Arizona desert roadie where we made a quick stop in Utah! This was a long week of hiking and adventures, so this shower hit unimaginably different 🙌 Where is the craziest place you’ve showered? 🫵 #travellife #vanlife #visitutah #roadtrip #outdoorshower

Last minute full sends >>> A few days ago, we had NO idea what we were doing for NYE. We put out some feelers in a group chat and the next thing we knew, we were on a flight to Utah to visit our amazing friends @karlieplace and @colinringas The weekend involved skiing, content creation, and LOTS of crazy shenanigans 🤪 Safe to say the group chat vibes match the in person vibes and the plans absolutely made it out of the chat. Here’s to saying yes to more crazy last-‘minute ideas and making new friends along the way in 2025 🏔️🍾🎿 Text overlay inspo: @zachfleishman ‘s sweatshirt 🤝 #skitrip #groupchat #skiutah #shenanigans #mountains #saltlakecity

Let’s make 2025 about getting out of your comfort zone 👏🏼 A couple of years ago, we saw this video at @daltonbrothershorseranch on social media and IMMEDIATELY added it to our bucketlist. We never imagined that one day we’d actually get to check it off! We also never imagined how nervous we would be right before this moment. 😅🤣 We knew we’d need to walk through running horses, but the reality of what was actually about to occur was really setting in. @selimsendal talked us off the ledge and told us exactly what we needed to do to ensure a successful shot. Safe to say it worked! Is this epic shot on your bucketlist? #bucketlisttravel #horseranch #cappdadocia #daltonbrothershorseranch #stepoutofyourcomfortzone

Life without trending audio? Yeah, it’s loud, chaotic, and 100% US. From Cara’s constant “oh my god’s” and “this is insane’s” to Tristan’s perseverant “go, go, go’s”, these moments wouldn’t hit the same with a soundtrack. We love sharing the raw, unfiltered side of our adventures, because, life isn’t about perfectly curated clips. It’s about the belly laughs, the ‘did that just happen?’ moments, and showing our personalities exactly as they are 🫶🏼 Show some love on this post if you want to see Instagram become more raw and unfiltered 🩷 #lifewithouttrendingaudio #bts #behindthescenes #raw #unfiltered #travel #travelcouple

Your sign to visit a cute lil beach town with your SO this holiday season 🎅🏼🎄 Cape May, NJ, during Christmas feels like stepping straight into a Hallmark movie. The historic Victorian homes are all decorated with Christmas lights, and the town center has the cutest lil festive shops! Horse-drawn carriages clip-clop down the cobblestone streets, and the air is filled with the scent of hot cocoa and freshly baked cookies. It really felt like a winter wonderland! ☃️ One of our favorite spots is the iconic Congress Hall. It had a beautiful Christmas tree, real life train for the kiddies, and tons of vendors selling drinks and cute treats. It truly felt magical experiencing Christmas time here 🎁🎄 Have you been to Cape May, NJ during the holidays? #hallmarkmovies #christmasseason #capemay #njthingstodo #winterwonderland

When you see THE tree, you’ll just KNOW🌲😍 Who else is putting up their Christmas tree this week?! We go to this gem, Hidden Pond, for our tree every year because it’s such a vibe! They have hot cocoa ☕️fire pits 🔥 s’mores 🍫 a tractor train 🚜 and so many trees that you can cut down yourself! If you know us, then you know we’re all about the experience, and that doesn’t stop when we’re home! Actually cutting down your own tree makes you appreciate the time and effort it took to grow it 🤯 If you REALLY know us, then you know we’re in wedding planning mode and have major decision fatigue right now. We’re not good at making decisions to begin with (we like to have our cake and eat it) so put us in a situation where a decision has to be made by close of business and you’re asking for trouble 🤣 Picking a tree wasn’t as easy as saying “yes” to hot cocoa, but we did it and there’s no looking back now! On to the next adventure 🚀 Are you team real tree or fake tree? 🌲🤔 #christmastreefarm #couple #holidayfun #christmasdecorations

Well, that escalated quickly 🫢 What started as a casual “What should we do for New Year’s?” turned into a 10-hour road trip to Quebec City. No flights, no reservations, just us, a packed car, and a playlist. By the time we arrived, the city was glowing with holiday lights, and we knew the long drive was 100% worth it 🙌 Celebrating New Year’s Eve in a fairytale city like Quebec felt magical! From cozy cafes to fireworks lighting up the Old City, it was the perfect way to start a new year ✨ Where’s your favorite spot to ring in the New Year? #adventureawaits #quebeccity #roadtrip #travelcouple #newyearseve

How to hack your PTO in 2025 👇🏼 ❄️January 18-21: 4 day vacation (1 day PTO) 🩷February 14-17: 4 day vacation (1 day PTO) 💐May 23-26: 4 day vacation (1 day PTO) ��🍉June 19-22: 4 day vacation (1 day PTO) ��☀️July 3-7: 5 day vacation (1 day PTO) 🌊Aug. 30-Sept. 2: 4 day vacation (1 day PTO) 🎃Oct. 11-14: 4 day vacation (1 day PTO) 💐November 8-11: 4 day vacation (1 day PTO) 🦃November 22-30: 9 day vacation (3 days PTO) 🎅🏼December 23-January 4: 13 day vacation (4 days PTO) Disclaimer: obviously not all companies give the exact same days off as every other company, so use the above as a guide! General rule of thumb: try to take your days off near days that you ALREADY have off to maximize the length of your trip 🫶🏼 So, where you headed with all this time off?! #pto #2025travel #travelcouple #bucketlist #vacation #resort

📍Lago Di Sorapis in the Italian Dolomites 😮 Before anyone gives us any hate for this one, both of us are Italian (Cara is 100%, Tristan is 25%) and we’re both residents of New Jersey, so REEELAX! 😉 We actually love NJ, but it’s so hard to compare ANYTHING to Italy! We were lucky enough to catch a glimpse of this blue water at Lago Di Sorapis on a sunny afternoon in late June! The trail was about 4.5 miles long and very entertaining… think constant views and steep drop-offs the entire way. We’ll never forget on this hike the girl that we met who hiked the entire rocky trail BAREFOOT! Whoever you are, if you see this, please comment 🙏🤣 Are the Italian Dolomites on your bucket list? Check out our Dolomites adventure itinerary in our website! Adventure awaits 👀 #lagodisorapis #italiandolomites #bluelake

To each their own 🤷🏻‍♀️ One of our favorite hobbies is finding the tightest spaces on earth and climbing through them. We just found this CRAZY rock formation in New Hampshire…guess what we did 🍋 One thing you might not know about Cara: we think she has claustrophobia. She can never wear clothes that are too tight or jewelry for more than a few minutes. We knew fitting through the lemon squeeze was going to be a challenge for her, so naturally we had to do it 🤪 The lemon squeeze is part of a larger network of rock caves located in Lost River Gorge, NH. After entering the loop, you walk about 1/2 miles through the gorge until you get to the caves. The route is one way so once you go in, you gotta fully commit 💪🏼 Lemon Squeeze Cave @ Lost River Gorge 🪨16 inches wide 🪨 $24/person entry fee 🪨 North Woodstock, NH Are you brave enough to do this or would you rather be in the club? ⚠️ Disclaimer: It’s best practice to never hike through ~true~ slot canyons during rain! This rock cave was in a supervised, regulated area and was only .1 miles long. Always check weather forecasts, know the risks, and stay safe out there! Nature is powerful—respect it. IB: @noratheexplorahh #bucketlisthike #lemonsqueeze #slotcanyon #lostrivergorge #newengland

Black Friday reminder to buy experiences like @flynyon instead of things 🚁🫶🏼 A couple years back, we promised each other that we’d move to experience based gifts instead of material things. The memories we make using these “gifts” are worth more than any handbag, sunglasses, or jewelry could ever be! We get to spend quality time together which is the best gift of all 🫶🏼💐 This is your sign to book an experience, @flynyon is having a 70% off + a free tote bag this Black Friday! #blackfriday #experiencesnotthings #travelcouple #giftideas #nodoorshelicopter #helicopter

Do you know what Cappadocia is famous for? If you answered hot air balloons, you’re not wrong. BUT, it is also famous for being “the land of fairytales” because of its unique landscape, otherworldly rock formations called fairy chimneys, which were sculpted by volcanic eruptions and erosion, creating a surreal and almost magical appearance that resembles scenes from a fairytale ✨ We flew here with @turkishairlines and spent 6 days with @gocappadocia to see the hot air balloons, hike the valleys, walk the old cities, and learn about the region’s history of cave dwellings and underground cities 😮 What we learned is: it is amazing what human beings are capable of. We crawled through miles of underground cities dating back to 2,000 BC, where people LIVED underground to escape war ⚔️ More recently, the first hot air balloon to carry commercial passengers was in 1991 by a British individual. Now, over 150 hot air balloons fly commercially every single morning over Cappadocia 🤯 Is Cappadocia is on your bucket list? Comment “🎈” and we’ll post our itinerary! @goturkiye @gocappadocia @turkishairlines #goturkiye #gocappadocia #turkishairlines #cappadocia #hotairballoon #horses #bucketlist #travel