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view of Savona from cruise ship on Mediterranean

Inspiration · January 14, 2020

Inspiration: Erinn’s Family Cruises the Mediterranean

Teens and tweens standing in front of Oyster House in Boston

Destinations, U.S. and Canada, Massachusetts · January 13, 2020

Boston with Teens: Something for Everyone

Visiting Boston with teens? Traveling with teens can be interesting. A successful trip is dependent on a number of fickle factors: your teen’s interest in the destination, their attitude and mood on any given day, and their focus. (Are your…

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Norway seaside village nestled in mountains

Europe, Destinations, Travel Tips, Norway · November 14, 2019

How to Pack Light for a Multi-temperature Trip

Here at Scenic and Savvy we are all about traveling smart. And packing light is an essential part of smart, efficient travel. But how do you pack light when going on a multi-temperature trip? Planning ahead is key. On our…

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Travel Tips · November 12, 2019

Travel overseas with just a carry-on backpack? Yes, really!

Being in our mid-40’s raising two teenagers and a tween while working hectic jobs in the States, we are not your typical European backpackers. But that’s exactly what we become when we travel overseas with just our carry-on backpack. No,…

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kids on wall overlooking London

Travel Tips · October 2, 2019

International Travel: Should You Bring The Kids?

Years ago, travel guru Rick Steves came to our town to speak. Ryan and I had spent many evenings immersed in his PBS show “Europe Through the Back Door” and now we couldn’t wait to meet him in person and…

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We're Deanne and Ryan - avid travelers exploring dream destinations in between our hectic work schedules and raising three teenagers. Since our first trip to Europe more than twenty years ago, we’ve been inspired to help other busy adults make dream travel a reality – even in the midst of their crazy, busy lives. Short on time, but big on adventure? We’re here to help you get your passport stamped again and again!

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Did you even go to Key West if you didn’t come h Did you even go to Key West if you didn’t come home with a picture of a chicken?🐓 

Chickens roam freely throughout the streets of Key West and have become an iconic part of the Key West experience. Some locals even believe the chickens bring good luck.✨ So go ahead and take that picture, but don’t feed them or bother them, as they’re protected by local law. 

#keywestchickens #keywestflorida #scenicandsavvy #keywestlife
NOT the Key West sunrise we were hoping for 🌅… but we’ll take grey clouds and 71° over the -15° wind chill back home any day!🥶

#keywest #scenicandsavvy #sunrisefail #whitestreetpier
What a stunning display of God’s handiwork last What a stunning display of God’s handiwork last night! It’s not often that Wisconsin gets to witness the #northernlights dance across the sky - and we caught them in our own backyard.

#godspallette #wisconsinbeauty #godscreation #nofilter #noediting #northernlightswisconsin #scenicandsavvy #northernlights
A Hawaiian luau for our last night in Maui. What a A Hawaiian luau for our last night in Maui. What a cool experience! 🌸

#hawaiianluau #oldlahainaluau #scenicandsavvy #mauiadventures #mauihawaii
The Road to Hana! Lots of twists and turns -620 The Road to Hana! 

Lots of twists and turns -620 curves to be exact- and 59 bridges - most of them narrow, single lane only!

A little scary at times, but look at the views!

#roadtohana #hanahawaii #mauihawaii #mauiadventures #scenicandsavvy #waterfallshawaii
Beautiful Maui sunrise at 10,000 feet. Those aren’t ocean waves you see in the distance, they’re CLOUDS! 

Being high atop the Haleakalā crater at dawn is a totally unique - and breathtaking - experience.⛰️☀️

#haleakalasunrise #mauihawaii #scenicandsavvy #haleakalā #mauimornings #mauimoments #sunrise_and_sunsets
Beautiful swimming spot on Oahu: Halona blowhole! Beautiful swimming spot on Oahu: Halona blowhole!

#oahuadventures #scenicandsavvy #halonablowhole #travelblogger
Three awesome Honolulu-area hikes: Diamond Head ( Three awesome Honolulu-area hikes:

Diamond Head (pics 1 and 2) - climb up the crater and get amazing views, rated the number one thing to do in Honolulu

Manoa Falls (pic 3) - hike through a lush rainforest to a beautiful waterfall 

Makapuu Lighthouse Trail (pics 4 and 5) - my personal favorite. Paved path leading to extraordinary views of the coast and lighthouse

Have you hiked any of these trails?

#oahuhikes #scenicandsavvy #manoafallstrail #diamondheadhike #makapuulighthousetrail
You definitely don’t see waves like this in Wisc You definitely don’t see waves like this in Wisconsin!💦

There are so many beautiful and fun beaches on the drive from Waikiki around the coast to Lanikai Beach. Our family’s favorite was Waimānalo Beach.

#oahubeach #waimanalobeach #scenicandsavvy #hawaiiadventures #hawaiibeaches
The Waikiki skyline sparkles at night✨ #waikiki The Waikiki skyline sparkles at night✨

#waikiki #scenicandsavvy #waikikiskyline #hawaii #oahuhawaii
Caught my first wave today in Waikiki - and crosse Caught my first wave today in Waikiki - and crossed another thing off my bucket list. 

Thanks to Ethan at #kahusurfschool for the great lesson. 

#kahusurflessons #scenicandsavvy #surfsup #surfingforthefirsttime #oahuhawaii #waikikibeach #waikikisurfing
Aloha from Oahu. Can’t wait to explore this beau Aloha from Oahu. Can’t wait to explore this beautiful island.

#scenicandsavvy #hawaiianadventure #oahuhawaii #alohaspirit #hawaii #hawaiivacation
Did you know you can experience Westminster Abbey Did you know you can experience Westminster Abbey without dealing with the crowds of people on a tour? For a more immersive experience attend an actual church service. They’re open to the public, you sit in these iconic red-cushioned pews, and the choir echoes through the 1,000-year-old walls. It’s enough to give you goosebumps!

#westminsterabbey #scenicandsavvy #londonchurches #london🇬🇧 #westminsterabbeylondon #londonmustsee #londonmustdo
Brighton… Another great day trip from London! A Brighton… Another great day trip from London! A one-hour train ride lets you escape the hustle and bustle of London for a day of seaside serenity.☀️

Eat fish and chips on the shore, explore some cute shops, and take in the view from #brightonpier 

#brighton #londondaytrip #scenicandsavvy #uktravels #london
The towering turrets and beautifully manicured gar The towering turrets and beautifully manicured gardens of Windsor Castle are steeped in centuries of royal history. It’s the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world and only 20 miles west of London. Definitely worth a visit!

#scenicandsavvy #windsorcastle #windsorcastle🏰 #londondaytrip #castle
I love the pops of color in London’s Notting Hil I love the pops of color in London’s Notting Hill neighborhood. So many photo ops! 🩷💙🩵💛

#scenicandsavvy #nottinghilllondon #nottinghillcolours #nottinghillhouses #travelblogger #londontravel #londonhomes
Quick tip! For awesome views of London’s skyline Quick tip! For awesome views of London’s skyline visit the Skygarden. It’s totally free! But you have to make a reservation. Plan to visit on a weekend evening when they’re open until 9pm so you can catch the sunset and see the city full of lights! (During the week they close at 6pm.) They have a couple restaurants and a bar (expensive drinks, but worth the splurge) and a fun, night club vibe after dark. 

#londonskygarden #londonskyline #scenicandsavvy #skygardenlondon #towerbridge #towerbridgelondon
Walking in the footsteps of Ted Lasso! Did you kn Walking in the footsteps of Ted Lasso!

Did you know much of the hit TV series was filmed in Richmond just 25 minutes outside of London? It’s a charming town and a fun little side trip if you’re already visiting London. Plus, you get to see all these  recognizable sites from the show. For tips and directions to these real-life Ted Lasso locations check out the link in bio.

#tedlasso #tedlassorichmond #scenicandsavvy #londondaytrip #tedlassofan
Iconic London 🇬🇧☎️ I’m behind on post Iconic London 🇬🇧☎️

I’m behind on posting, but in April two friends and I traveled to London to celebrate our birthdays. Having lived in London for a short time after college,  the city holds a special place in my ❤️!

#iconiclondon #london🇬🇧 #scenicandsavvy #50thbirthday #travelblogger #londonlove #londontravel
Check this off my bucket list!✔️ And visible f Check this off my bucket list!✔️ And visible from my backyard two nights in a row. Can’t beat that!

#noediting #nofilter 
#northernlights #winorthernlights #wisconsinnorthernlights #northernlightswisconsin #scenicandsavvy
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