Kate Storm

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The Ultimate 5 Day South Dakota Road Trip Itinerary: Badlands + Black Hills!

1 month ago | ourescapeclause.com | Kate Storm

When it comes to appreciating the wildlife and wide open spaces of the American West, there’s nothing quite like taking a South Dakota road trip through the Badlands and Black Hills!With two national parks, stupendous sunsets, quirky small towns that call to mind the gold rush(es) of the not-so-distant past, roving bison, and otherworldly landscapes, exploring the best things to do in South Dakota is a exciting adventure for the whole family.
The Wholesome Wackiness of Visiting Wall, South Dakota

1 month ago | ourescapeclause.com | Kate Storm

It’s hard to imagine a smaller town with a bigger number of roadside billboards encouraging you to stop by than Wall, South Dakota, home of the (in)famous Wall Drug. As you hurtle down I-90, the billboards for Wall Drug beckon what seems like every few minutes, breaking up a drive that can be, quite honestly, extremely monotonous.
10 Essential Tips for Planning the Perfect NYC Babymoon

2 months ago | ourescapeclause.com | Kate Storm

Considering an NYC babymoon and curious about the reality of visiting New York City while pregnant? As someone who spent her entire pregnancy living in NYC, from the moment I first decided to take a test to a very memorable Uber ride down 1st Ave while in the throes of active labor, I truly experienced being pregnant in New York at every stage.
Planning Your First Trip to NYC: Bucket List + Travel Tips!

Feb 15, 2025 | ourescapeclause.com | Kate Storm

Planning to visit New York City for the first time and feeling a bit overwhelmed? After visiting New York more times than we can count and then living in NYC for about a year and a half, we have lots of thoughts about how the plan the perfect first trip to New York City!From curating your personal NYC bucket list out of the thousands of things to do in the city to learning how to navigate the subway to deciding where to stay, planning a trip to New York is quite the undertaking.
15 Classic Souvenirs from Charleston, SC (+ Gift Ideas!)

Jan 29, 2025 | ourescapeclause.com | Kate Storm

Want to bring something special home from your upcoming trip to Charleston, but not sure exactly what to buy in Charleston, South Carolina?
How to Take a Terrific Tivoli Day Trip From Rome (Itinerary + Travel Tips)

Dec 24, 2024 | ourescapeclause.com | Kate Storm

With far-reaching views of the Italian countryside, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a beautiful town center, and an enviable list of things to do, Tivoli is enchanting to visit–and you can very easily take an incredible day trip to Tivoli from Rome! Most famous for its 3 villas (which are a bit more diverse than you might imagine when hearing the word “villa”), Tivoli has been a relaxing countryside getaway for Romans since before Emperor Hadrian built his villa there–and, as the locals are...
Climbing the Dome vs. Bell Tower in Florence: Which View is Best?

Dec 3, 2024 | ourescapeclause.com | Kate Storm

Planning a trip to Florence and wondering whether to climb its famous dome, its beautiful bell tower, or both when visiting the Duomo? We can help!After climbing both Brunelleschi’s Dome and Giotto’s Bell Tower, I walked away with a personal favorite… but also some notable pros and cons for each climb. Here’s what to know about climbing the cupola vs the bell tower at the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore! Some links in this post may be affiliate links.
21 Things to Do in Perugia, Umbria's Picturesque Capital

Nov 30, 2024 | ourescapeclause.com | Kate Storm

As we explored the best things to do in Perugia, one thought kept crossing our minds: “Why is this place so uncrowded?!”And, considering that we were visiting Perugia for the first time directly after the most crowded trip to Florence that we’ve ever experienced, we were very much in the mood for Perugia’s more off-the-beaten-path vibe.
How to Plan the Perfect Day Trip to Pisa From Florence (+ Sample Itinerary)

Nov 5, 2024 | ourescapeclause.com | Kate Storm

Hoping to take a day trip to Pisa from Florence on your upcoming trip to Italy? If so, we wrote this guide for you!As one of the most famous towers in Italy, the Leaning Tower of Pisa draws crowds from all over the globe–and while Pisa is one of the simplest day trips to take from Florence, it takes a bit of advance planning to make the most of it (particularly if you wan to climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa).
Is Climbing the Leaning Tower of Pisa Actually Worth It?

Oct 20, 2024 | ourescapeclause.com | Kate Storm

It may be the most famous tower in all of Italy, and it’s certainly the most famous leaning tower–but is climbing the Leaning Tower of Pisa (officially called the Torre Pendente di Pisa, or simply the Torre di Pisa) actually worth the effort… and the steep price tag? After more trips to Tuscany than I can count, I was determined to finally find out for myself on our latest trip to Italy. The verdict?