Ashley

Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life. I'm not sure where this quote started but it is more true now than ever before. Since both my husband and I are working from home and our kids are home doing virtual school at home the boundaries of work and home life are blurred. It is so easy to dive into work day or night. Usually we use our travel as a time to slow down and reconnect but trips have been all but stopped this year. Thanks 2020. So today, take time do something fun for yourself. Make sure you stop making a living and make a life for yourself. Traveling or just staying in your hometown, do something fun for yourself! - - - #makealife #livetoday #notravelnolife #makingalving #workfromhome #vitrualschool #maketimeforyou #travelforlife #traveltheworld #womensupportingwomen #smallbusinesssupport #tuesdayvibes #travelblogger #motivationalquotes #slowdown #dontlooseyourself

The emerald pools just outside of Krabi Thailand are one of the most beautiful natural swimming pools I have ever seen. You can also relax in the natural hot springs which are just 15 minutes from these pools. Tips for the emerald pools: ⭐There is an entrance fee to the emerald pools and natural hot springs. It is 200 Baht (about $6usd) for both. ⭐You do have to hike to the pools, make sure to where shoes that are comfortable. ⭐There are bathrooms at the entrance. However, you do have to pay to use them and beware they are not the cleanest. (Bring your own hand sanitizer). ⭐ The easiest way to get to the emerald pools is to hire a driver that will take you there. The easiest way to find a driver is through your hotel or on Tripadvisor. ⭐There are a few local food vendors outside the park and an ice cream vendor if you're hungry 🍧 - - - #emeraldpools #thailand #girltraveler #womensupportingwomen #krabithailand #naturalhotsprings #natureisbeautiful #womenseeingtheworld #instaphoto #pictureperfect #swimming #postcardplaces #followmearoundtheworld

Bryce Canyon is like something from another planet. I loved these views. 😍 Hiking through the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon is dusty and amazing! Bryce Canyon is actually quite a large national park. 🥾Make sure to plan your hikes before you go or you could end up on a half day hike with no water. (Speaking from experience 😂) To plan your trip, take a look at the link in my profile for the top 3 hikes in Bryce Canyon. 👆👆👆 - - - #brycecanyonnationalpark #hikingtrails #nofilterneeded #womentraveler #hoodoos #redrock #canyonviews #womeninspiringwomen #brycecanyon #besthikes #womanblogger #instatravel #sundaymotivation #womantravel #shadows #sunrisepoint #navajolooptrail

Anyone who knows me knows that I LOVE food. 🍮 I especially love to eat on vacation. This is my favorite way to discover a new city. I often tell myself that vacation calories don't count. This is my way of telling myself (and you) that it's ok to splurge every once in a while and especially on vacation. You'll never regret eating that pain au chocolat under the Eiffel Tower. 🥐When else are you going to be able to enjoy truly authentic foods in their birth place? Am I right?! Leave a comment with your favorite vacation foods 👇 - - - #vacationcaloriesdontcount #eattodiscover #newplacestoexplore #newtastes #followmearoundtheworld #ilovefood #frenchpastries #favoritetreat #travelgal #travelforgirls #souvenirs #eatyourmemories #womensupportingwomen #travelforfood #willtravelforfood

Mataking Island, Malaysia isn't it stunning?! This private island is off the east coast of Malaysia's largest island Sabah. It is privately owned by the Mataking Island Resort. You can only have access to the island if you are staying at the resort, or if you purchase a day pass. This island features world class diving that you will not be able to take advantage of anywhere else in this world. The Mataking Resort is all inclusive and offers diving packages. The resort even has an underwater post office, there are only 5 of these in the world. But even if you are not a diver, this resort and island are well worth your time, there are many activities throughout the day on land to enjoy. Trust me, you are going to love this place! This is a remote tiny island, it is in fact 2 small islands separated by crystal white sand. To get to this island, you need to fly to Tawau (TWU) and then you will take a boat ride from there to the island. It is less than an hour boat ride. - - - #matakingisland #secretisland #beachdreams #privateislands #secretbeach #beachwanderlust #layinginthesun #toesinthesand #seesoutheastasia #tinyisland #worldclassdiving #allinclusiveresort #malaysiatravel

Horseshoe bend is located near Page Arizona. I have to admit, it feels like you are driving to the middle of nowhere to this destination but it is definitely worth it. This amazing view point is located 1,000 feet (300 meters) above the Colorado River. The viewpoint is accessible off US Route 89. This awesome bend in the Colorado River has become widely popular over the last 2 years and I can see why. Even though the pictures are amazing, there is nothing like seeing this in person. Some people consider this the east entrance of the Grand Canyon. I would highly recommend taking a detour to see Horseshoe Bend if you are in the area. A few tips for Horseshoe Bend: 🌟 There is a large and well paved parking lot. 🌟 Entrance fee is $10 per vehicle. 🌟 You do have to walk (almost a hike) down to the viewpoint. It is 1.5 miles roundtrip. 🌟 Bring a hat and sunscreen, there is not a lot of shade and it can be very hot. 🌟 Don't forget a water bottle, there are no places to fill up water at Horseshoe Bend. 🌟 There are bathrooms at the parking lot, but not down at the viewpoint. - - - #horseshoebend #grandcanyonnationalpark #views #hikesofinstagram #natureisamazing #arizona🌵 #horseshoebendcanyon #traveltipsandtricks #travel101 #coloradoriver #coolspot #instaphotos #picturesofnature

This quote from Gustave Flaubert explains exactly how I felt when I stood in this spot overlooking the Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon is so much bigger than pictures can do justice. Standing on the edges of these cliffs, I'm reminded just how much of the world I have left to see. This year has been a great time to reflect and plan. During my reflection, I've learned there are so many places left to go! So for now I'll plan for the next trip and wait patiently. Top on my list are: British Virgin Islands, Iceland, and northern Europe. If you could go anywhere today, where would you go? - - - #whereareyougoing #tinyplace #modest #traveltheworld #seetheworld #dreamlocations #grandcanyon #travelquotes #motivationalquotes #motivationmonday #roadtrip2020

Dreaming of the beach today! This gorgeous shot was taken on the beaches of Penang Malaysia. If you haven’t had the chance to visit Penang, make sure to add this colorful beach town to your list. Penang is in northern Malaysia almost to Thailand. Some tips for Penang: ☀️ The coast in Malaysia is hotter than inland, you don’t need to pack a jacket for this destination. ☀️ Do pack an umbrella, it’s great for shade while you’re touring and it comes in handy when it suddenly starts raining, which is very common! ☀️ Make sure to get up early and tour the street art. You will avoid crowds and crippling heat in the early morning. ☀️ Penang is known for its street food. Try one of the many Hawker stalls for some truly authentic Malaysian food. ☀️ The Hard Rock Hotel is by far the best hotel for families, you won’t want to leave the pool 🌴 - - - #penang #artstreet #colorfulmalaysia #malaysiatraveller #naturelover #seetheworldwithme #seashells #oceanwaves #travelblogger #hotsun #traveljunkies

Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul South Korea is breathtaking. We lucked out with a big rain storm the morning that we visited the Palace. I love the rain and it cleared out the crowds so we had the whole place to ourselves. It was perfect! Facts about this amazing Palace. 🎐 The Palace was built in the 15th century by the Joseon Dynasty. 🎐 This Palace was home to the government for over 270 years. 🎐 60 percent of the grounds are covered in natural gardens. 🎐 There are over 56,000 species of plants and trees in the grounds. You can buy tickets at the gates or in advance. We bought our tickets at the gates and it was very easy. You can get here by bus or by taxi. It is open Tues-Sun 9-5. We got to the gates at 9:00 😁 - - - #southkorea #seoul #historymatters #touristattraction #postcardsfromtheworld #asiatravels #rainydays☔️ #gardenlove #funfactfriday #dynasty

I love this quote from Chuck Thompson. I've said it before but I really never imagined myself going to Asia. I had heard so many bad things about Southeast Asia especially. Horror stories of kidnappings, murders, and people being held hostage drove my anxiety through the roof for almost the whole first year we lived there. But as I relaxed and traveled through Southeast Asia I realized that it wasn't as bad as everyone had been telling me for years. The countries in Southeast Asia hold some of the most beautiful places in the whole world. Take for example this picture I took on a floating market in Bangkok, you could easily look at this picture and only see dirty river water and tattered boats. Or you can see past that and see the rich history held in Bangkok and be grateful for one small moment to be part of their amazing culture. Travel more and learn that everywhere you go has it’s good and it’s bad ❤️ - - - #provethemwrongeverytime #betterthanexpected #thailandtravel #seetheworld🌍 #crushinganxiety #fears #travelfearless #floatingmarket #instaphoto #richcultureandtradition #seeasiadifferently #bangkokthailand

Dreaming of this amazing beach sunset today. Here’s a few fun Friday facts about beaches: 💥 The tallest sandcastle ever made was over 37 feet tall. 💥Surfing was invented in Hawaii. 💥 One out of three people at the beach don’t know how to swim. 💥 There is more than 20 million tons of gold in the world’s oceans. 💥Did you know you can see the Great Barrier Reef from the moon 🌝 - - - #beachfacts #beachsunset #thailandbeach #travelwanderexplore #wanderlust #funfactsfriday #travelforlife #seetheworld #beachday #sunsetphotography #palmtrees #thailandtravel