If you only have a few hours to learn a little bit of Hawaiian history, see some beautiful palm trees and amazing views of the ocean then I highly recommend you check out Pu’uhonua O Hōnaunau National Historical Park aka The City of Refuge. There’s SO MUCH history here and the history comes alive as you walk around and soak it all in. This area is called the City of Refuge because back in the old days if you broke the law and were sentenced to death, you could come here and be safe from harm. Check out my Hōnaunau instagram story for more fun videos/photos! Am I making you want to book a trip to Hawaii yet!? #LetHawaiiHappen #MairaInHI #BucketList #CityOfRefuge #EnthusiasticAboutClouds

Check out 15 of my favorite photos to convince you to add Makalawena/Pu’u Ali’i Beach to your Kona Bucket List!

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Another day, another beach. There are SO MANY amazing beaches in Kona and Google told me that this particular beach (Anaehoomalu Beach) is known for the most beautiful sunsets! So you already know we had to add it to our agenda. Unfortunately we didn’t have the best weather/view (too many clouds

Check out 15 of my favorite photos to convince you to add Makalawena/Pu’u Ali’i Beach to your Kona Bucket List!

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Sedona, Arizona is a very popular tourist destination but it’s also a pretty popular place for locals. There are so many delicious restaurants, amazing hiking trails and a ton to do.

This post has been a labor of love and includes places I’ve found on my own, via the Internet, and via friends! Check out all of my recommendations and let me know if you’re inspired to visit!

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West Fork trail is a beautiful hike with the best destination: an incredible waterfall. This trail is 6.5 miles out and back and is rated as moderately challenging. It’s a great way to spend a morning as it is a pretty lengthy hike. Check out all of my photos to inspire you to visit!

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If you’re looking for an activity that doesn’t involve (much) hiking, then check out Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park in Sedona, Arizona! It is a sacred site in a beautiful location, very peaceful, and you can meditate and renew your spirituality here. I personally love the sculptures in the area. Has anyone been here? Check out all of my photos!

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If you’ve never been on a train ride before, I highly recommend Verde Canyon Railroad because the views are astounding and you are able to walk around in the fresh air with a drink in your hand. Train rides seriously provide the most epic of views and they’re made even more epic when enjoyed with the best company. Check out more photos to inspire you to add a train ride to your Clarkdale/Sedona bucket list!

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I loved staying at Briar Patch Inn in Sedona and highly recommend them. I felt far away from civilization and totally immersed in nature….but still had access to a warm bed and a hot shower. Truly the best of both worlds. There was a beautiful creek just a couple steps away from our cabin. Check out more photos to inspire you to stay here!

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I visited Puerto Vallarta earlier this year and fell in love with this beautiful place on Mexico’s Pacific Coast.

There are several beautiful beach front resorts here including The Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa, a beach front resort with the best views.

Let me know if you’re inspired to visit!

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I’m STILL working on the Ultimate Arizona Bucket List, there is just so much to do here in Arizona…but you already know that I will be including plenty of hiking!

Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa is such a great hike! This mountain is great for beginners, because the trail isn’t bad at all and the views are really pretty!

Check out 2 photos to inspire you to hike Usery Mountain.

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If you love train rides and beautiful views, you need to check out a Sky Railway train ride in beautiful and artsy Santa Fe, New Mexico!

Santa Fe is about an hour from Albuquerque and you can easily take a train ride from Albuquerque to Santa Fe to explore the town and then do a train ride in Santa Fe.

We drove to Santa Fe and checked out a sunset train ride. It was such a cool experience with beautiful views. I personally just love being on a train. There is a bartender on board so I enjoyed a beer, champagne, and a small charcuterie plate.

Check out all of my photos to inspire you to book a ticket!

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