Alabama

North Alabama is home to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Southeast – I have been incredibly impressed with the incredible cascades that can be found throughout the state. From the impressive cascades at DeSoto Falls to the various falls around Little River Canyon, there is a huge variety of what you can…

Trying to figure out where to stay in Huntsville, AL? You’re in the right place – read on for my top recommendations! Huntsville, Alabama is a fantastic place to visit and is certainly a bit of a hidden gem in the south. Known as Rocket City, thanks to its deep roots in space exploration, Huntsville…

I love European Christmas markets, and I’ve been to quite a few (nearly 25 across 9 different countries)! There’s just something about the atmosphere – wooden huts selling hot food, hot cider in adorable mugs, and Christmas decor and gifts, with giant Christmas tree, ice skating rinks, Christmas pyramids, and lights everywhere – that can’t…

Considering a move to the south? Read on for my list of things to know before moving to Alabama. Alabama isn’t usually the first state people think of as one they would want to live in. Yet despite the fact that it flies pretty under the radar, there are some really great things about living…

Dismals Canyon is a beautiful, lesser-known location in north Alabama. It is a smaller, natural gorge and is a national natural landmark (note that it is not a national park – it is privately owned and national park passes won’t work here). There are two hike/tour options at Dismals. The first is a daytime, “self-guided”…