California Cool

Exploring the beautiful spaces that make California Magical (spoiler alert: not LA or SF)

USA, California, TravelCarrie MitchellFebruary 23, 2019travel, usa, california

Moving Around, America Style

I’ve recently had some friends in Canada and the UK look at me incredulously when I mention the multiple cities I have lived in, so I explained how America differs in terms of mobility.

USA, Writing, Culture, TravelCarrie MitchellFebruary 21, 2019usa, writing, travel, carrie

Dear Travel Industry: "If you stand for nothing, what will you fall for?"

I find myself at the tipping point of frustration with the lack of travel executives not speaking up in support of others

Writing, TravelCarrie MitchellJanuary 29, 2019writing, usa, travel, carrie

Marfa, Texas

While I have taken many trips to the wonderful town of Austin, it was Marfa, Texas that has long been beckoning me (as well as the Roundtop Antique Market, which is still on my list). This art hub in a small desert city in west Texas, has big things going on in a Wild West setting.

USA, TravelCarrie MitchellJanuary 3, 2019travel, usa, texas

Looking Back, Looking Forward: A Year In My Rear View Mirror

It’s been a year of spontaneous road trips to places new & old, conversations with locals & business owners, education, activism, and creative adventures in trying to capture it all.

Inspiration, Travel, carrie, WritingCarrie MitchellDecember 16, 2018

Kenya & Tanzania

Who hasn’t had an African safari on their buck travel list? While there are many beautiful options, the East Africa countries of Kenya and neighboring Tanzania, are visions dreams are made of.

Africa, TravelCarrie MitchellNovember 27, 2018africa, travel

Gobble Gobble Travel – It's Thanksgiving Week

Thanksgiving week is here my friends – and just like we wrote about last year, there are travel tips to consider, as well as multiple ways to volunteer/give back.

USA, TravelCarrie MitchellNovember 16, 2018travel, transporation, usa

Winter Travel Packing Hacks

Here come the holidays! For most of us, that means heading to colder climates for Thanksgiving and Christmas, and trying to stuff those sweaters and boots into you small suitcase is an annual challenge. Fear not, I have some tips for you

Shop, TravelCarrie MitchellNovember 13, 2018travel, shop

Best And Worst Airports 2018

Friends at The Points Guy have rounded up a list of ‘best and worst airports’ for 2018, just in time for the Thanksgiving travel rush

USA, TravelCarrie MitchellNovember 8, 2018travel, transportaion

Reasons To Visit The Catskills Now

When I was based in NYC, I would escape every weekend either to the Hudson Valley or upstate to the Catskills. Woodsy, peaceful and welcoming a new local business every I visit, it’s always a great time to go year round.

USA, New York, TravelCarrie MitchellNovember 5, 2018usa, new york, travel

Medical Tourism

Is medical tourism a thing? Turns out it is and business is booming. Looking beyond American boarders to find healthcare systems in other countries that are equally as good — if not better — than what you get at home for a fraction of the price, and countries that specialize in areas ranging from hip replacements to fertility to plastic surgery.

Writing, TravelCarrie MitchellNovember 3, 2018travel, wellness, culture

Mountain Life: Lake Arrowhead, Twin Peaks And Big Bear, CA

It may surprise many visitors to California that the sheer vastness of its landscape boasts everything from beaches to deserts, forests, ski resorts, lakes and mountain cabin life. The last four alone can be found in the peaceful areas of Lake Arrowhead, Twin Peaks and Big Bear, California.

USA, California, TravelCarrie MitchellOctober 31, 2018travel, usa, california

Berlin, Germany

While the country’s 20th-century history was a mess, Germany has lately evolved into a symbol of tolerance, equality, and prosperity around the world, as well as an arts haven.

Europe, TravelCarrie MitchellOctober 28, 2018europe, travel

The Magic Of Joshua Tree

Joshua Tree, California offers a quiet, groovy, spartan aesthetic of beauty with its jaw-dropping national park, cool small town and a lot of local flavor

USA, California, TravelCarrie MitchellOctober 21, 2018usa, travel, california

Pumpkin Patch Mania (And Where To Go)

Yes, I know, at this point in October you may be sick to death of seeing everyone taking photos of themselves or their kids in pumpkin patches (guilty) as we approach Halloween, but if you have not gone, there is still time! So let’s look at a list of favorites across the nation

Food, USA, TravelCarrie MitchellOctober 15, 2018food, usa, travel

Visiting Oktoberfest In Munich, Germany

With Oktoberfest right around the corner, you have likely seen local pubs & restaurants around the world ready to embrace the event. But if you really want to experience it in all of its cultural splendor, you need to go to the source: Germany.

Food, Europe, Culture, TravelCarrie MitchellOctober 12, 2018food, europe, culture

Beautiful & Artistic Ojai, California

Every time I visit Ojai, California it gets harder and harder to leave. Nestled in a valley, located just 30-minutes from Santa Barbara and 90-minutes from Los Angeles, this charming town and artist haven will have you returning too.

California, USA, TravelCarrie MitchellOctober 12, 2018usa, california, travel

Let's Travel To Boston

There is something about the cool autumn air that always takes me back to New England, and Boston is a great city in which to start

USA, TravelCarrie MitchellOctober 5, 2018travel, usa

Travel Book Favorites

Aside from pouring over travel magazines and maps for most of my life, books and movies have ultimately inspired my travels near and far. Having just read a couple of new gems, I thought it was a good time to round up some travel literature classics along with recent faves.

Inspiration, Culture, TravelCarrie MitchellOctober 3, 2018inspiration, travel, literature

Switzerland

Switzerland is a beautiful mountainous country snuggled into central Europe, home to numerous lakes, villages and the high peaks of the Alps.

Europe, TravelCarrie MitchellOctober 1, 2018europe, travel