Author: Jamie

• How to Get Photos of Yourself while Solo Traveling.

  

  A good set of photographs are my favorite souvenirs to bring home from my travels. But what if you are traveling alone with no one to help you take your photo?

  Jamie

  July 25, 2016

  how to, solo travel, Travel Diaries

  Adventure, Blogger, Explore, how to, photo tips, photography, solo travel, Travel, Travel Blogger, world travel

• Doughnut Dreams: Adventures in Oregon

  

  There is no way to fit the amazingness that is the Beaver State into a measly three day weekend, but we sure did try.

  Jamie

  July 16, 2016

  International, National, and State Parks, Oregon, United States

  Adventure, America, Food, Nature, Oregon, Portland, Road Trip, Tillamook, Tourism, Travel, travel destinations, Traveling, USA Travel, Vacation, Voodoo Donuts

• Journey Through the Redwood Forests

  

  The Redwoods possess a majesty that once you have wandered among them, you long to get lost among them again and again.

  Jamie

  June 18, 2016

  California, International, National, and State Parks, United States

  Adventure, California, California Redwoods, California Road Trips, Family Trip, Nature, Northern California, Redwoods, Redwoods National and State Parks, Travel, Visit California

• Bretzels and Charm: The Fairy Tale Town of Colmar, France.

  

  Once upon a time in a land far from home, I hopped on a train with a charming prince and was whisked to one of the loveliest towns in all the land.

  Jamie

  May 12, 2016

  Europe, France

  Alsace, Autumn Aquarius Adventures, Colmar, Fairy Tale, France, photography, Small towns, Travel

• Getting Lost in Lanai

  

  Seclusion, serenity, and four-wheeling. Sound like bliss to you? Then you need to put the island of Lanai on your list of places to visit ,and just.. get… lost. There is so much to see. All you need is 4X4 vehicle and a sense of adventure about you!

  Jamie

  April 27, 2016

  Hawaii, United States

  Adventure, Hawaii, Hulopoe Beach, Kaiolohia, Keahiakawelo, Lanai, Maui, Puu pehe, Travel, Travel Blogger, Visit Lanai

• Enchanting Edinburgh, Scotland

  

  The bustle of the Royal Mile, the melodious sound of the bagpipe, the distinctive Scots accent, and the alluring taste of real Scotch Whisky holds a firm grip on my heart.

  Jamie

  April 8, 2016

  Scotland, United Kingdom

  Adventure, Autumn Aquarius, Edinburgh, Jamie Beth Laird, Scotland, Travel, travel destinations

• Mahalo, Maui for the Rad Sunrise!

  

  Haleakala crater is home to one of the most spectacular sunrises in the world thanks to the Hawaiian demi-god Maui, so beloved that the whole island is named after him!

  Jamie

  March 3, 2016

  Hawaii, International, National, and State Parks, United States

  Adventure, Haleakala, Haleakala tips, Hawaii, Maui, Sacred, sunrise, Travel

• Fall in Love with San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter

  

  Original architecture from bygone eras blend seamlessly with newer buildings. Come get inspired by the rich history of The Gaslamp.

  Jamie

  January 4, 2016

  California, San Diego, Travel Diaries, United States

  Downtown San Diego, Gaslamp Quarter, History, Horton Grand Hotel, San Diego, San Diego California, San Diego Photography, Travel

• 2015: My Year of Letting Go and Going on Adventures!

  

  On this last day of 2015, it’s only natural that I collect my thoughts into a blog post about how extremely grateful I am for all of the blessings I have experienced this year. I am privileged to say that it was one of my best years to date.

  Jamie

  December 31, 2015

  Travel Diaries

  Adventure, advice, Inspiration, Lessons, Life, New Years resolution, Travel, travel inspiration, world travel

• Catching the Holiday Spirit in New Orleans

  

  It’s always a good time to visit New Orleans, but if you are looking for a lagniappe of holiday cheer, December is a nice time to visit.

  Jamie

  December 11, 2015

  Louisiana, New Orleans, United States

  Christmas, Holidays, New Orleans, NOLA, Travel, Yuletide