Type A Trips

25/09/2019

Too many years ago my husband and I took a road trip from Barcelona to Southern France. Literally everything we planned went completely wrong… I’m talking tears and tantrums wrong (from me, we don’t have any kids if that’s what you’re wondering). But magically all of the unplanned moments were perfection - including driving through the tiny picturesque town of Besalu in the Catalonia region of Northern Spain.

I’ve never written about this trip before, which is equally hilarious, ridiculous and wonderful. So throughout the next couple weeks I’ll be retelling the tale of how my sweet husband was in charge of planning our trip to Southern France and failed miserably.

Chapter 1: The Rental Car
Colin Slade was working in Barcelona for a month and missed my 30th birthday and Valentines Day - so when I was coming to visit he said he would plan a getaway for us to Southern France, a dream trip I’ve fantasized about for most of my life. I offered to help, since planning is not his thing, but he refused. So I reluctantly left it in his hands.

On the morning of our road trip, we picked up the rental car that we would drive from Barcelona through to France. I mentioned to him several times that I could book one ahead of time for a couple hundred dollars online, but he said no - it’s way cheaper to do it in Europe, like 5 euro a day. Ok fine.

So when we got to the counter, he mentioned that we would be driving to France. First mistake - our rental immediately went from 60 euro to 260. He then realized we wouldn’t have service in France so needed GPS - an additional 100 euro. So after nearly $500 for our car we were on our way.

All was going well, especially our stop in the fairytale town of Baselu for some photos and tea… until we crossed over from Spain to France 4 hours into our trip, at which point we realized that our GPS was only loaded with maps in Spain, NOT France. With no phone service, no ability to speak French and no way of knowing where we were going, this was when I started to cry.

19/08/2019

At last, my First Timer's Travel Guide to South Africa is available! It's taken me six long months to bring this to you, but it's packed with all the details you need to know before you go to South Africa like how to plan, where to go, the best (and not so great) safari parks, how to pack, driving tips and so much more. Plus it's full of awesome animal shots! South Africa is a phenomenal place, full of culture, beauty and adventure and I highly encourage you to add it to your travel bucket list. Thanks for supporting me along this crazy blogging journey - enjoy!
www.typeatrips.com/south-africa

Our safari adventure through South Africa from Kruger Park to the Midlands Meander and beyond - the best road trip of my life. This very detailed guide is packed full of travel tips on how to pack, where to go, where to stay and what to do when visiting South Africa for the first time and will provi

19/10/2018

The Canadian Rockies is one of the most picturesque travel destinations in North America with everything from dense wildlife to instagram-worthy views. During my first ever visit to Canada in late spring, I was in awe of the majestic scenery that I experienced during my week-long vacation and am so excited to share with you all of my type-a tips you need to know to plan the perfect visit to the Canadian Rockies. I’ll share my personal itinerary, starting in Calgary to Golden then up through the Icefield Parkway, ending in majestic Lake Louise, including where to stop, where to stay, where to eat and the best spots for fantastic photos along the way. Enjoy, aye!?!

http://www.typeatrips.com/canadian-rockies-canada/

Alberta, Canada

19/03/2018

Full travel guide to Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico is complete! Check out all you need to know to plan the perfect getaway to this picturesque wine region and foodie haven featuring all of my favorite spots. Enjoy!

http://www.typeatrips.com/valle-de-guadalupe-mexico

02/03/2018

Type A Trips turns 4 years old today! I never would have dreamt that what started as my little creative outlet would have turned into such a passion. These last four years have been incredibly fulfilling (and exhausting) as I’ve had the opportunity to talk with readers from around the globe, travel to more places than I ever thought possible and plan adventures for kind and generous clients. Thank you for joining me along this journey and for all the encouraging words and thanks from total strangers who appreciate what I do. I look forward to sharing many more years of Type A Trips with you!

04/12/2017

Joshua Tree National Park is a popular travel destination for 2018. With its gorgeous landscapes and unlimited options for adventure sport addicts, Joshua Tree is causing people from all around the world to flock to this Southern California desert town. But for those who are looking for more than a tent to sleep in and have no interest in repelling down a boulder, I've got the inside track to help you plan an epic vacation. I recently spent a long Glamping weekend with my husband and came back with all you need to know about where to stay, where to eat and what to do in Joshua Tree, including a look at our hunt with a falconer and his hawk - if that's not epic I don't know what is!

Check it out here: http://www.typeatrips.com/joshua-tree-california/

11/11/2017

Finally arrived in our desert paradise for my first Glamping Hub getaway. With a glass of wine, a blanket by the outdoor fire and complete silence under the stars... I can't think of a better way to enjoy the great "outdoors" 🌵
https://goo.gl/1kaHCs

18/10/2017

Just booked my first luxury glamping stay for a weekend away in the wilderness. I've found this new site that's basically airbnb, but for everything from fancy tents to gorgeous home rentals. Perfect for those of us who love to be outdoors without actually having to be outdoors!

https://goo.gl/corACm

The ultimate hub for all things glamping. Open the door to a new world of luxury outdoor accommodations.

06/07/2017

Summer is in full swing, which means it's time to pick where to go for your fall travel destination so you have somewhere a bit cooler to look forward to. To help you narrow down your search, I'm bringing you one of my favorite fall trips of all time - here's a look at my visit to South Carolina's Montage Palmetto Bluff, an ideal spot for your upcoming fall journey and the ultimate luxury escape.

http://www.typeatrips.com/blog/2017montage-palmetto-bluff-south-carolinas-ultimate-luxury-escape

Summer is in full swing, which means it's time to pick where to go for your fall travel destination so you have somewhere a bit cooler to look forward to. What I'm looking for in a fall getaway is different than the busy beach scene of summer; I'm in search of somewhere quiet, intimate, relaxi

27/02/2017

Check out my latest travel guide - all you need to know before visiting Ireland! I actually get a ton of emails from readers traveling to Ireland so I thought it was about time I put all of my advice into one easy guide for anyone to use. I'm answering the most common questions people ask, the best area to stay, the best places to visit and restaurants to eat at in Dublin as well as tips on taking a weekend road trip through the Irish countryside to the Cliffs of Moher.

Check out all of my Type-A travel tips and advice for visiting Ireland here: http://www.typeatrips.com/ireland/

18/02/2017

This is a pretty incredible deal to Bali with amazing accommodations

14/02/2017

This is amazing

01/02/2017

If you're in Charleston, you must check out my absolute favorite local photographer, Ashley Posthuma. Her style is dark and moody, while being soft and completely natural. This is the closest I'll ever feel to being in an Anthro catalog!
http://www.photographyanthology.com/blog/2016/12/1/tcvgz27a5ymovy8kk5a3u9ciguuolu

I had the absolute best time shooting with Aimee and Colin when they were visiting Charleston. She is the owner and editor of Type A Trips, "a highly detailed, luxury travel blog for those who want to take amazing vacations" and it is my new go-to whenever I am planning my next trip. She offers prac...

27/01/2017

Tourism can provide an incredible economic boost, sure, but some locales say it can also be harmful to the environment and negatively impact local populations.

20/01/2017

South Carolina

20/01/2017

Welcome to the Type A Trips page! Although Type A Trips has been around for almost 3 years on Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter, it's about time I took the plunge into Facebook to give readers quicker access to travel tips and make it even easier to connect online. Please take a moment to click LIKE on the page so you can continue to get all of the best up to the minute travel advice. Thanks for continuing with me through this journey - cheers!

19/01/2017