The Pack Up + Go Blog
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The Pack Up + Go blog is a collection of travel tips, an exploration of amazing US destinations, and info about how our Trips work!
Hotel Partner Interview: Harbor View Inn
Whether you are hoping for a romantic retreat, a memorable family vacation or a destination wedding or honeymoon, the Harbor View Inn can accommodate. This ocean view property is located by the historic Stearns Wharf + famed beaches and perfect for anyone who wants to feel the tropical escape without leaving the USA.
Small Business Spotlight: Southern Beer Tours
Pack Up + Go is passionate about Small Business and sharing our fantastic partners with all of you. Get to know Southern Beer Tours, our Brewery Tour Partner in Atlanta, GA, and its founder, Justin Hall, in our first beer based Small Business Spotlight!
Hotel Partner Interview: Belmond Charleston Place
Build in the 1980s to help revitalize the Charleston downtown area, this hotel has served as a beacon of what was to come. The city was essentially rebuilt around it as the centerpiece and they have been able to watch the amazing transformation with a prime view!
Small Business Spotlight: Local Tastes of Nashville Food Tours
Pack Up + Go is passionate about Small Business and sharing our fantastic partners with all of you. Get to know Local Tastes of Nashville, our Food Tour Partner in Nashville, TN, and its founder, Debbie W., in our fourth Small Business Spotlight!
Hotel Partner Interview: Omni William Penn Hotel
Located in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh's central business district, this historic + glamorous hotel will transport you back in time to a different era!
Small Business Spotlight: Delicious Denver Food Tours
Pack Up + Go is passionate about Small Business and sharing our fantastic partners with all of you. Get to know Delicious Denver, our Food Tour Partner in Denver, CO, and its founder, Jessica Baumgart, in our second Small Business Spotlight!
Pack Up + Go Origin Story
How did Pack Up + Go get started? Here is the story of how our CEO + Founder, Lillian Rafson, decided to start the company!
Small Business Spotlight: Blue Fern Travel
Pack Up + Go is passionate about Small Businesses and sharing our fantastic partners with all of you. Get to know Blue Fern Travel, our Food + Distillery Tour Partner in Washington, D.C., and its founder, Mary Collins, in our first Small Business Spotlight!
5 Beautiful Military Memorials in the US
Some of our country’s most beautiful public artworks are monuments to the military accomplishments + sacrifices of our nation’s armed forces. To commemorate Veterans’ Day, we complied a list of 5 of the most beautiful (+ lesser known) military monuments in the US.
Written by Amelia Johnson
Mindfulness Tips for Traveling
Looking for ways to slow down and feel more present while traveling? It can be hard to really relax when on vacation, so we thought we’d share a few simple ways to practice mindfulness on your next trip!
Written by Juliana Schnerr
Kimpton Palladian Hotel
The comforts of modern life meet travelers in this remodeled, historic hotel. Located in the middle of the city, this hub is a haven for weary urbanites who still want to be in the middle of the action when they relax!
Solo Travel Tips for Millennials
For our second “Solo Travel Week” story, we thought we’d take advantage of our followers’ experiences and ask for their thoughts on traveling alone as a Millennial. Here are some of their tips for having the best trip possible!
By Juliana Schnerr
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle
Heading to the PNW? Get the scoop on one of Pack Up + Go’s favorite hotels in Seattle!
Kimpton Gray Chicago
Located smack dab in the middle of it all, with easy access to taxis or public transportation, this hotel is gorgeous inside + out! Recently ranked #1 across all the Kimpton Hotels for service, they are dedicated to creating an impeccable guest experience! They strive to make sure each guest feels the Kimpton Love. Staying in The Gray, you will be afforded the loop city vibe, with close distance to all the shopping + nightlife, or head up to the rooftop bar!
Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh
Set in a 1903 beaux arts–style building, this polished hotel in Downtown is a short walk to all of the sites + sounds of the Steel City Downtown area! Keep your eyes peeled as you travel around the hotel for unique design + whimsical details!
Sensational Steel City
Pittsburgh is not only one of our top destinations to send road trip travelers but also our hometown! As native Pittsburghers, we know all the best places to explore, eat + enjoy the rich culture the city has to offer.
By Dominique Vitale + Corinne Hogge
Afraid of getting sick or worn out? Take a vacation!
Corinne shares some of the reasons why you should give yourself the joy of stress - free travel this year for increased health, happiness + more!
Written by Corinne Hogge
The Great PNW Road Trip
The Pack Up + Go Team loves to explore in our free time as much as all of you! Come experience the Pacific Northwest with me as we dive into my epic Road Trip from Sacramento, CA to Seattle, WA.
Written by Corinne Hogge