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My favorite way to explore a new city is to start with a self-guided stroll of the town. Discover the charm, culture, and hidden gems as you meander through the streets, immersing yourself in the unique character of each locale. From iconic landmarks to cozy nooks, this series is your passport to a day of exploration. For the ultimate experience: lace-up those comfy shoes and charge your smartwatch to track every step of the adventure!

🌎 Ever since finishing university 3 years ago, I have been full time travelling and volunteering for conservation projects. I absolutely love my lifestyle however can't lie tight budget is one of the downsides. Instead of giving up my travel dreams I just decided to become resourceful and find the perfect itineraries that still fit my tight budget and let me explore the world. Before every trip, I spend weeks planning and researching and it's one of my favourite parts of the adventure. However, I know it can be overwhelming and tedious at times so I decided to share my research and my itinerary with you. All places mentioned here are places where I have been/stayed/eaten myself and can give you an honest review. 🇺🇲 In fall of 2022 I backpacked through East coast of the USA by myself without a car. I was a bit sceptical how it would go since USA is not a very popular backpacker destination. But I was happily surprised how easy it was and kept going from New York down to Virginia, meeting new people on the way and exploring incredible places. 🗽In this guide, you'll find an itinerary through the USA meant to take you through 3 states throughout 14 days following my footsteps. You'll also find description of 2 day trip into 2 more states. I'll share with you my recommendations of where to stay and what to do as well as a detailed outline of the full cost which adds up to 490$ without day trips (accommodation and transport). You'll also find links to the accommodations I stayed in and all the bus/train companies I used. You'll also find a spreadsheet so you can adjust the itinerary to your own needs. What you'll get in this guide ✔️Itinerary through USA for 14 days ✔️Break down of the budget for the whole trip for accommodation and transport (updated November 23). ✔️Recommendations of budget accommodation in each location ✔️Recommendations of activities in each location ✔️Researched public transport connections between each location ✔️Ideas of day trips from the location (with budget expectations) ✔️Tips on how to get discounts on booking.com and flixbus (including a discount code) What you won't find in this guide ✖️Detailed day-to-day plan ✖️Budget for food during the trip as they will vary vastly depending on your personal preferences ✖️Food and restaurant recommendations however you'll find some recommendations of budget grocery stores

If you are looking to plan a trip to Washington DC during Cherry Blossom season, then this ultimate guide is for you! I LOVE Cherry Blossom season, and as someone who visits Washington DC each year multiple times during Cherry Blossom season, I put together this guide to share some of my favorite spots and recommendations for the best places to see the best blooms around town and nearby in Virginia and Maryland. Fun Fact: There are actually many types of Cherry Blossom Trees in Washington DC that bloom starting late February into April. This guide is in both a list form and interactive map, and showcases where to find: *Okame Cherry Blossoms (first blooms of the season) *Yoshino Cherry Blossoms (around Tidal Basin) *Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms *Other Cherry Blossoms Varieties (like Weeping Higan) *Getting Around DC *Where to Stay **BONUS: Saucer & Star Magnolias around town (these bloom during Cherry Blossom season and not to be missed! If are planning to visit New York City during Cherry Blossom season, make sure to check out my 'Ultimate New York City Cherry Blossom Guide' to find the best blooms in NYC and when to see them. You can also find me on Instagram & TikTok at @adventuressashley for Spring bloom inspiration and tips!

If you are looking for a guide to experience all the historical monuments and government buildings, this guide is not for you. I think there is already plenty of resources out there for the history buffs. Instead this guide is some of my personal favorite neighborhoods of the city and personal recommendations I would give for shopping, eating and just a little bit of history. You will may be surprised how much more there is to explore outside of the most famous landmarks!

A simple guide to a day in DC

Come with us for a whirl-wind trip to the capital city! This trip is planned for a Friday-Sunday weekend but could be adjusted to any 3 day travel window. DC is a great weekend destination because most activities are centrally located, and a majority of the museums and monuments included in this itinerary are completely free! Additionally, this trip is a great example of what you could expect if you book my "Premium Itinerary" travel services. 🧳Trip summary Day 1 - Travel & settle in Day 2 - Memorials & Government Day 3 - Museum highlights Why this guide? 📒 Hyper-detailed itinerary. This isn't your basic list of suggested activities & restaurants. Your days will be covered down to the minute, including time allotted for travel between activities and recommended transportation options. 🎟️ Advance ticket purchase recommendations. Avoid the lines - and disappointment - by booking tickets ahead of time. You'll be guaranteed entrance and will enjoy walking straight in, past any lines for ticket purchases. Special call outs for combo tickets to bundle and save will also be included where available! 🧾 Location-specific packing list. This won't be a comprehensive list (surely you've remembered your socks), but it will cover some key items to toss in your bag for a truly great experience at your destination. 🏆 Honorable mentions. Unless you booked a one way ticket (jealous!), you've only got a limited time to explore. The suggested itinerary includes my opinions of the best choices for first time visitors with general interest. Feel free to swap those out with any of the honorable mentions. ✨ And finally... If you are looking for a more tailored experience with a unique twist based on your interests, travel dates, and more, a custom itinerary may be best. I look forward to helping bring your vacation vision to life!

If you are looking to plan a trip to New York City during Cherry Blossom season, then this ultimate guide is for you! I LOVE Cherry Blossom season, and as someone who lives in New York City, I put together this guide to share some of my favorite spots and recommendations for the best places to see the best blooms around Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island and nearby in New Jersey. Fun Fact: There are actually many types of Cherry Blossom Trees in New York City that bloom starting from early March through May. This guide is in both a list form and interactive map, and showcases where to find: *Okame Cherry Blossoms (first blooms of the season) *Yoshino Cherry Blossoms *Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms *Weeping Higan Cherry Blossoms **BONUS: Saucer & Star Magnolias around the city (these bloom during Cherry Blossom season and not to be missed! If are planning to visit Washington DC during Cherry Blossom season, make sure to check out my 'Ultimate Washington DC Cherry Blossom Guide' to find the best blooms in DC and when to see them. You can also find me on Instagram & TikTok at @adventuressashley for Spring bloom inspiration and tips!

Use Capitol Bikeshare to tour Washington DC by bike trail, and stop along the way at monuments, restaurants and other points of interest.

This is part two of a three-part series regarding Amtrak’s Long Distance Trains. If you are completely new to the idea or are looking for the following trains: Sunset Limited, Southwest Chief, California Zephyr, Empire Builder or Coast Starlight, check out part one (linked below)! Part two will include the Crescent, Texas Eagle, Capitol Limited, Lake Shore Limited and Cardinal routes.

This is the final section of a three-part series regarding Amtrak’s Long Distance Trains. In this part, we will cover the Auto Train, City of New Orleans, Palmetto, Silver Star and the Silver Meteor. If you are completely new to the idea or are looking for different trains, see the links in the section below: Part 1: Sunset Limited, Southwest Chief, California Zephyr, Empire Builder or Coast Starlight. Part 2: Crescent, Texas Eagle, Capitol Limited, Lake Shore Limited and Cardinal routes.

2022 was the year of a lot of travel redemption for most of us, but it was also the year I had to turn down trips to Portugal, Spain, and Paris, as well as have a trip to New Orleans cancelled due to Covid. But thankfully that didn’t stop me from a spring road trip to Texas, a few summer days in DC, two trips to Disney World, and lots of Tennessee day trips in between. Enjoy this travel journal of 350 (!!!) places, including: 🖼️ 42 Museums, Gardens, and Attractions ☕️ 50 Coffee Shops 🍽️ 99 Restaurants, Bakeries, and Food Trucks 🛏️ 38 Hotels, Bed & Breakfasts, and Airbnbs ✨ and a whole bunch more! Scroll to the bottom for my favorites of the year!