My 50 States Expedition
A long-term journey to explore all 50 U.S. states through local food and history, charming Small Town America, thoughtful travel, and meaningful experiences.
Why The 50 States Expedition
The 50 States Expedition is all about discovering the beauty of the United States – the country I proudly call home – beyond seeing the bucket-list landmarks – focusing on local dining, charming towns, historic places, and the stories that make each state unique.
Plan Your Next Trip
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Explore State Guides
States Explored: 17/50
Coming Soon:
Pennsylvania – Spring 2026
Iowa – Summer 2026
South Dakota – Summer 2026
Rhode Island – Summer 2026
Exploring Locally: My DMV Home Base
Many of my U.S. travels start close to home. My DMV guides serve as the foundation of my 50 States Expedition, highlighting how meaningful exploration doesn’t always require a plane ticket.
Delaware
Bethany Beach, Delaware Travel Guide
Your Guide To Bethany Beach, Delaware Restaurants
Hawaii
7 Days in Honolulu, Hawaii For First-Timers Travel Guide
7 Places To Visit in Oahu, Hawaii
Manoa Falls: A Place of Natural Healing
Illinois
My Experience at Chicago’s Malibu Barbie Cafe
Indiana
48 Hours in Indianapolis, Indiana
Another 48 Hours in Indianapolis, Indiana
An Indianapolis Gem: Soldiers & Sailors Monument
Review: The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers
Kentucky
A Unique Perspective at Churchill Downs!
Louisville, Kentucky Dining: March 2023
Maine
I Visited the LL Bean Flagship Store!
Massachusetts
48 Hours in Boston, Massachusetts
New Hampshire
An Afternoon in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
New Jersey
48 Hours of a New Jersey Christmas
The Foot Bridge in Pennsylvania and New Jersey
New York
Early November in New York City
So I Went to New York Fashion Week
North Carolina
24 Hours in Greenville, North Carolina
4 Restaurants I Tried in Cary, North Carolina
4 Things To Do in Chapel Hill, North Carolina
48 Hours in Edenton, North Carolina
48 Hours in Ocean Isle, North Carolina
72 Hours in Asheville, North Carolina
Charlotte, North Carolina Travel Guide
Shopping + Dining at North Hills in North Carolina Guide
Pennsylvania
6 Free Historic Things To Do In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
6 Hours in New Hope, Pennsylvania
Your Guide To A Philadelphia City Hall Tour
South Carolina
5 Days in Isle of Palms, South Carolina
72 Hours in Charleston, South Carolina
An Afternoon in Charleston, South Carolina
Guide: Shopping in Charleston, South Carolina
Texas
West Virginia
6 Hours in Harper’s Ferry, West Virginia
Guide: Harper’s Ferry, West Virginia Fall Crowds
Travel & Destination Collaborations
I partner with tourism boards, hotels, restaurants, and travel-aligned brands to create thoughtful content as part of my 50 States Expedition.