Travel Resources
My free library of travel and adventure resources to help with your trip planning
When i first started traveling 25 years ago, there were not many resources out there or a millions apps to use as reference when I was planning a trip. Travel Blogs were not near what they are right now. I relied on Travel Books from Fodor's or Lonely Planet , Old school maps, newspaper clips or printed magazines like Conde Nast Traveler and National Geographic,
Trying to decide which companies to book your trip with nowadays is easier. But with so many options out there sometimes it is also difficult to navigate the planning.
This is why i decided to create this Resource Page. Here, I'm showcasing services, people and brands that I use and trust . Professionals that have the right answers to traveler's most important questions.
Here are some of my most trusted resources for bucketlist destinations, adventure travel, hidden gems experts, outdoor explorers, travel writers and all kinds of travel professionals to help you on your journey.
Travel services I reccomend
These are some of my free downloads!
No need to subscribe or anything.
These curated Google Maps are your shortcut to must-see spots and local gems—without the hassle of piecing everything together on your own. Just grab the maps, save them, and head off on your next bucket list adventure
Atlanta weekend road trip
NATURE / OUTDOORS WEEKEND IN ATLANTA
Ready for a weekend of outdoor fun near Atlanta? Snag my free Google Maps list to hit spots like Stone Mountain, hike to Tallulah Falls, Amicalola Falls, and soak up more local gems. Perfect for a quick escape!
1 day tour Miami to Islamorada
MAP OF PLACES TO SEE AND EAT IN ISLAMORADA
Visiting Miami , you want to go to the Florida Keys but you don’t have enough time? Grab this free Google Maps list for top Islamorada spots. Visit places like Robbie’s for tarpon feeding and Florida Keys Brewing Co. for local sips. rent a car or book a tour.
Glacier Nat. Park
TOP THINGS TO DO IN GLACIER NATIONAL PARK MAP
Grab my free Google Maps list of top places to visit in Glacier National Park. Save these pins for easy planning and navigation—perfect for discovering scenic overlooks, epic trails, and hidden gems in one handy spot.
$1 New York Pizza Places
TOP PLACES FOR $1 PIZZA SLICES IN NEW YORK CITY
Visiting New York City on a budget? Snag my free Google Maps list of the top $1 pizza spots in New York City. Perfect for scoring a quick, budget-friendly slice while exploring the city.
El Salvador road trip
TOP THINGS TO DO IN A 4 DAY ROAD TRIP IN EL SALVADOR
Save this free Google Maps list for a 4-day road trip in El Salvador. Save these pins for easy planning—covering favorites like hiking Volcán Santa Ana, exploring Ruta de las Flores, sliding down the rainbow slides, and more.
Crater Lake Nat. Park
TOP THINGS TO SEE IN CRATER NATIONAL PARK MAP
Grab my free Google Maps list of the top things to see in Crater Lake National Park when you only have one day. Save these pins for quick planning and navigation—perfect for squeezing the most out of a short visit.
Murals Tour in Nashville, Tennessee
MAP OF ART MURALS AROUND NASHVILLE, TN
Feelin’ artsy in Music City? Grab my free Google Maps of Nashville’s top art mural spots—perfect for creative pictures, local vibes, and a fun art tour I’m sure you’ll love.
Chattanooga, Tennessee road trip
BEST PLACES TO SEE IN CHATTANOOGA, TN
Grab my free Google Maps list of the top things to see in Crater Lake National Park when you only have one day. Save these pins for quick planning and navigation—perfect for squeezing the most out of a short visit.
Top things to do in Portugal
MAP OF THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN A PORTUGAL ROAD TRIP
Is a road trip in Portugal your bucket list dream? Download this Google Map of top stops. Like Lisbon’s lively neighborhoods, Sintra’s fairytale palaces, and scenic routes in the Douro Valley. Perfect for your next epic adventure
Top things to do Antigua, Guatemala
MAP OF THE TOP THINGS TO DO IN ANTIGUA, GUATEMALA
Ready to explore Antigua’s colonial charm? Snag my free Google Maps list of the top locations—from Santa Catalina Arch, Cerro de la Cruz and even hiking to an active volcano to unlock more local favorites along the way.
Some of my favorite content creators
Off the Beaten Path Travel Blog
HIDDEN GEMS: Meet Sasha and Megnote. They've traveled to 50 countries, 48 states, & have been full-time travelers, travel boggers and writers for the past 2 years with their now 5-year-old son.
They are a great resource for off the beaten path places and hidden gems.
Bucketlist Travel Fam - Maddie & Cole
FAMILY TRAVEL: This is the Cole family and they are travel obsessed! Their favorite thing to do on the weekend is exploring. Ray and Maddie have been married for almost 16 years now and traveled together for nearly 2 decades!
Moving back to Germany has been such an incredible experience for them..
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
I'm Karen Lee, a world traveler turned travel blogger & content creator who wants to inspire you to explore the world no matter what your budget or circumstances are, whether you're a seasoned traveler or just getting started. I work full time and my free time is dedicated to wandering new destinations, taking photos, creating memorable travel stories that I share with my travel community daily.
TRAVEL EXPERTISE: Bucketlist Destinations, Adventure travel, Roadtrips, Hidden Gems, Outdoors, Group travel