While I love traveling abroad, I’m a firm believer that there’s just as much beauty, culture, and adventure to explore right here in the U.S., especially in the Midwest, where I’m based.
As a first-generation Mexican-American Latina traveler who’s explored small towns and big cities across the States, I’m here to help you experience U.S. travel beyond the tourist traps.
From Midwest hidden gems to big-name cities like Chicago and beyond, these travel guides are packed with personal tips, local insights, and practical advice to help you plan trips that leave you feeling inspired, not overwhelmed.
So whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway close to home or planning a bigger U.S. adventure, you’ll find everything you need from a local to explore with purpose and ease!
My Favorite Posts About the United States
🌆 City Guides
Explore the best cities to visit in the U.S., including hotel recommendations, local experiences, and more.
Chicago, Illinois
– 14 Best Night Tours in Chicago To Book
– 13 Unique and Weird Chicago Tours To Experience
– 31 Of The Best Fall Festivals in Illinois You Need To Visit
– How To Plan Solo Travel in Chicago – A 3-Day Guide By A Local
– These Are The 5 Romantic Cruises and Best Boat Tours in Chicago to Experience in February
– Where To Find The Best Deep-Dish Pizza in Chicago – The Original Chicago Pizza
– 5 Fun And Different Ways You Can Experience The Holidays In Chicago And Nearby Suburbs
– Planning A Trip To Chicago? Here Are 10 VERY Useful Things To Consider First!
– What to do in Chicago during the Holidays
🧳 Chicago Packing List
– The Ultimate Winter Packing List Chicago Edition
– The 25 Coziest and Best Coats for Chicago Winter – Extreme Cold Winter Coats for Women
– A Local’s Guide to the 21 Best Chicago Winter Boots
🌾 Midwest & Small Town Escapes
Galena, Illinois
– 27 Incredible Things To Do in Galena, Illinois
Door County, Wisconsin
– The Best 11 Fun Things To Do in Door County In October
🗺️ Weekend Getaways and Road Trips
Discover trip ideas that are close to home but feel like a true escape.
Midwest Weekend Getaways
– 19 Beautiful and Entertaining Midwest Spring Break Destinations To Visit
– 12 Amazing Long Weekend Getaways In The Midwest To Experience
– 18 Of The Prettiest Small Towns To Visit in Illinois Now (As A Local)
– 24 Best State Parks In Illinois To Visit