The Down Lo - Travel and Food Blog

28/02/2023

Updated my mural guide with a bunch of new favs. How gorg is this piece?! https://thedownlo.com/uncategorized/guide-street-art-denver-find-instagrammable-murals-tips-shooting/

27/02/2023

Houston Chinatown Restaurant Guide - the best restaurants in Bellaire for Chinese, Japense, Thai, and more. Instagrammable foods and bites.

26/02/2023

Planning to visit the "beer capital of the world"? Let the Thirsty Historian show you their favorite watering holes where you can tap your own personal keg and tour monastery breweries. https://thedownlo.com/europe/germany/must-do-munich-what-to-do-with-one-day-in-munich/

24/02/2023

Clearwater is everything you love about Florida -- without the tourists, spring breakers, or weirdness. https://ed.gr/diuxu

22/02/2023

Say hola to Espana.

Spain is on most travelers’ bucket lists and for good reason. Full of vibrant cultural experiences, amazing food (tapas and sangria, anyone?), and history aplenty, it checks all the boxes for an epic European getaway. Here’s everything you need to know about planning a trip to Spain.

22/02/2023

Want to meet the locals? You can kayak with dolphins and come face to face with manatees in Bradenton Beach. https://ed.gr/diuxq

21/02/2023

Island Vibes - 12 Must-Have Foodie Experiences in the Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic food epitomizes the best of island cuisine. I have recommendations for the best restaurants and drinks in Santo Domingo and Puerto Plata.

20/02/2023

Oh hello, New England. Let's be friends. https://ed.gr/diuxp

18/02/2023

Giraffe Ranch has so much more than just giraffes. Making so many furry friends. https://thedownlo.com/safari/giraffe-ranch-the-ultimate-bucket-list-adventure-for-animal-lovers-segway-safari/

17/02/2023

The best day trips from Denver that won't break the bank or require a million hours in the car.

The best day trips from Denver without going too far from city limits. Our suggestions will take you to the Rocky mountains and beyond.

17/02/2023

My least favorite question may surprise you

Foodies listen up: Here's your ultimate dining guide of the best places to eat in Denver, Boulder, Chicago, and beyond. Dine, dish and indulge.

16/02/2023

Why I think everyone should visit Israel

Israel is safe and a great place to travel if you are smart about it. Visiting dangerous war zones is a stereotype that should be broken.

15/02/2023

The Perfect Weekend in Prague – Doing Everything and Nothing all at Once

Planning a weekend in Prague? There are a few must-see attractions, but for the most part, put the guidebooks down and explore the neighborhoods.

15/02/2023

Travel doesn't have to be expensive. Let me show you the ways: https://thedownlo.com/anything-goes/how-to-save-money-on-travel-every-time/

14/02/2023

A Historic Route 66 Road Trip Across Illinois: Driving from Chicago to St. Louis

Route 66 starts in Chicago, making it the beginning of a historic Route 66 road trip and a trip back through time across the best of Illinois.

12/02/2023

Looking for an adventure no one's done before? Hike to a secret tribal village in Taiwan

How to do the challenging two-day trek to the Datong and Dali villages hidden deep within Taroko National Park in Taiwan. Explore the gorges, canyons and jungle of this forbidden land.

11/02/2023

Where are you spring breaking? I'm heading back to Myrtle Beach for the second year in a row. https://thedownlo.com/south-carolina/how-to-have-the-ultimate-myrtle-beach-spring-break/

10/02/2023

Jokingly referred to as the “cave that ruins friendships," Johnston Canyon Cave is a secret treasure you won't find on any map or guide book. Hidden between the Upper and Lower Falls in Banff, are you up to the challenge of finding it? https://thedownlo.com/national-parks/the-ultimate-banff-itinerary-four-iconic-parks-in-five-days/

10/02/2023

The perfect way to treat yo' self after working up a sweat in Virginia's Blue Ridge. https://thedownlo.com/north-america/usa/virginia/everything-to-do-in-virginias-blue-ridge-beyond-the-parkway/

09/02/2023

Looking for weekend getaways? I have plenty of ideas within a 6-hour drive from Denver.

Easy road trips from Denver and weekend getaways that are drive-distance from the Mile High. This weekend, make it a roadtrip.

08/02/2023

Where to find the best street art in Denver (and tips for shooting it!) https://thedownlo.com/uncategorized/guide-street-art-denver-find-instagrammable-murals-tips-shooting/

08/02/2023

The Truth About Going on a Yacht Week in Croatia

Yacht Week in Croatia: an honest review of Sail Week Croatia vs. Yacht Week Croatia to help determine which sailing holiday is right for you.

07/02/2023

Giraffe Ranch: the Ultimate Bucket List Adventure for Animal Lovers

A safari right in Florida? You read that right, Giraffe Ranch's intimate animal encounters let you feed lemurs, giraffes, rinos and more -- on Segway!

06/02/2023

The Ultimate East Coast Road Trip: 5 States in 5 Days

Hit five states in five days in these ultimate east coast USA road trips from Boston to Maine with stops in CT, RI, NH and VT.

05/02/2023

Corpus Christi can seem a little anticlimactic upon arrival because unlike most beach towns, there’s no obvious boardwalk or touristy area, but look beyond the surface and you'll find a place primed for adventure.

Corpus Christi is the ultimate beach getaway in Texas from horseback riding on the beach to windsurfing at Padre National Seashore.

04/02/2023

Instagram spots, foodie finds, and quirky attractions: Austin's an easy getaway that'll appeals to everyone on your list.

The perfect weekend in Austin includes good eats, places to beat heat, photo spots, and plenty of Instagrammable moments.

03/02/2023

75 Ideas for Road Tripping in Texas

Looking for things to do in Texas? Memorable family Texas getaways and road trip inspriation in Austin, Dallas & Houston.

03/02/2023

Uncover the Best of Texas on a Scavenger Hunt Through Baytown

Baytown, TX is thought to be nothing more than a suburb of Houston, but has plenty to offer travelers from geo caching to serious nature p**n.

02/02/2023

Adrenaline junkies, add Kansas to your bucket list. https://thedownlo.com/uncategorized/7-adventures-you-had-no-idea-you-could-have-in-kansas/

01/02/2023

PSA: vacation calories don't count in Florida. https://ed.gr/diuz6