Mariah Milan Photography
Travel

1,827 Adventure-filled Days

Five years ago today I married my best friend. As we said "I do" to each other 1,827 days ago we didn't know what the future would hold, we just knew that no matter what happened we would face it together. We didn't know the hurdles that we'd face, or the pure joy that we would experience. We… Continue reading 1,827 Adventure-filled Days

Delicate Arch, Arches National Park
Travel, Utah

Arches: A Red Rock Wonderland

Home to five national parks, seven national monuments, 45 state parks, and a vast expanse of wilderness area, Utah has no shortage of incredible outdoor destinations to explore. And while I have explored a few of the highlights like Lake Powell, Bear Lake, and Park City, I knew that Utah had a lot more to offer; so when… Continue reading Arches: A Red Rock Wonderland

Wai'anapanapa Park, Maui
Hawaii, Kauai, Maui, The Roundups, Travel

Maui Wowie! An Island-Hopping Roundup

Throughout our many visits to Hawaii Cody and I have had a lot of time to wander... exploring new sights, new restaurants, new beaches, and new hotels, and we've had even more time to settle into a routine, to re-visit some of our favorite locations, and to stop by our favorite restaurants more than a few… Continue reading Maui Wowie! An Island-Hopping Roundup

Scuba Diving Molokini Crater
Hawaii, Maui, Scuba Diving, Travel

Blowin’ Bubbles: Under the Sea in Maui

I have dreamed of channeling my inner-mermaid and becoming a scuba diver for most of my life, so when I finally completed my SCUBA certification two years ago I was head over fins excited! I convinced my husband to get certified six months later (to be fair, I think my night dive with the Manta Rays did more to convince him… Continue reading Blowin’ Bubbles: Under the Sea in Maui

Black Rock, Maui
Hawaii, Maui, Scuba Diving

A Maui Favorite: Snorkeling at Black Rock

"I am happiest near the sea." It's true. And it's no secret. The moment that I step onto the beach and hear the calming sound of the ocean I immediately feel my blood pressure drop. Just thinking about those soothing vibes makes me feel a bit calmer as I type this very sentence. So on our… Continue reading A Maui Favorite: Snorkeling at Black Rock