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Luke and Meagan crossing the street in Lisbon near a yellow cable car

Once upon a time, there were two homebodies who got restless…

Last updated on July 14th, 2022 at 06:26 pm

“You want to bail and go climb party routes with me?”

Those were the first words spoken between us, during a hard TRX class at our local climbing gym. (For the record: Luke made the first move 😉)

Somehow, that was almost a decade ago. Since then, through being close friends, not friends, and finally way MORE than friends, some things have stayed the same, and some things are worlds different.

Things that have changed (married, bought a house, have cat children), vs things that have stayed the same (still dual income/no kids, nerdy/sassy/travel-obsessed, and can't stop laughing at each other)

So, buckle up, kids. As you can tell from our name, we prefer being home just as much as wandering the globe, so get ready for solid doses of Virginia magic as well as plenty of stories about how you can explore all the same places we have – with plenty of action and adventure and a simultaneous love of cushy accommodations.

I (Meagan) write most of the content, and Luke loooves to interject with his perspective on the whole scene – typical 😂 We both love to photograph the places we visit, and share stories about all the cool people and adventures we find along the way. And we’re both extremely excited to bring the world to Richmond… and Richmond to the world.

things you'll find here (affordable luxury, US/CAN/EU/Carib travel, some outdoor fun, cultural exploration, Virginia content) vs what we're not about (camping, battlefields, hostels, faking it for the 'gram)

TL;DR:

We’re a couple, we’re goobers, we travel the world while loving and sharing our hometown, and neither of us is a stranger to making goofy jokes and/or copious fandom references.

If that sounds like fun to you, we’d love to share our escapades with you – so let’s go!

Why not start with some of our most recent posts?

Luke and Meagan sipping coffee at the breakfast table at Tarrant's cafe in Richmond VA

The Quintessential Richmond brunch: every ‘best brunch in RVA’ by neighborhood

One thing locals know for sure about brunch, Richmond style: it’s an art, and one that isn’t to be missed. When we travel, we’re always looking for places that serve…

The Quintessential Richmond brunch: every ‘best brunch in RVA’ by neighborhoodRead More

Photo of two milkshakes in plastic cups on the grass

9 of the best milkshakes in Richmond VA (local shops only!)

Sometimes, you just want a dang milkshake. And if you don’t love supporting giant chain restaurants – orrrrr you don’t want to drive all the way to McDonald’s to hear…

9 of the best milkshakes in Richmond VA (local shops only!)Read More

Dominion RiverRock SUP demo on one of the james river canals

Unmissable RVA Festivals: The best festivals in Richmond VA

As local residents, it feels like RVA festivals happen every other day, especially in the summer. Whether they’re music festivals in Richmond VA, sports festivals, or cultural festivals, attending and…

Unmissable RVA Festivals: The best festivals in Richmond VARead More

Friday happy hour and music in the atrium

5 classic date ideas in Richmond VA according to locals

If you’ve ever heard the joke that “marriage is just asking each other what you want to do until one of you dies”, let us be the first to tell…

5 classic date ideas in Richmond VA according to localsRead More

Image showing people walking around a pond with a fountain in Santa Catarina Park in Funchal, Madeira

13 of the best things to see in Funchal, Madeira

When we told people we were going to visit Madeira, we faced a surprising amount of skepticism. Namely: isn’t that just a place for old people? 😱 We can now…

13 of the best things to see in Funchal, MadeiraRead More

Luke and Meagan toasting their cocktails in the brightly lit Lobby Bar at Quirk Hotel

RVA Happy Hours: 13 of the best date night happy hours in Richmond VA for every kind of couple

Confession time: when we think of “happy hour”, we don’t necessarily think only of deals on drinks. Instead, we tend to think about that hour after work when we want…

RVA Happy Hours: 13 of the best date night happy hours in Richmond VA for every kind of coupleRead More

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Famous buildings in Barcelona: Exploring the Barcelona Gaudi Houses and beyond

If you plan to spend any time in BCN, there are more than a handful of famous buildings in Barcelona that you cannot miss experiencing, and chief among them reflect…

Famous buildings in Barcelona: Exploring the Barcelona Gaudi Houses and beyondRead More

Panoramic view of Barcelona from Turo Park

Spending a weekend in Barcelona: is a weekend trip to Barcelona worth it?

When we last visited, Luke and I spent a week in Barcelona, and another week out in El Penedes wine country. Truly, it was a blast! But not every trip…

Spending a weekend in Barcelona: is a weekend trip to Barcelona worth it?Read More

Regional Spanish food selection

Barcelona for foodies: 9 must eat foods of Barcelona

When we travel, we always enjoy trying new foods and exploring how local cultures and the foods central to them influence each other. So it should be no surprise that,…

Barcelona for foodies: 9 must eat foods of BarcelonaRead More

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One of the nice things about living in Virginia is One of the nice things about living in Virginia is it’s pretty easy to get to anywhere on the east coast - we’ve done long weekends in Charleston, now NYC, and later this month, we’ll be in Florida. This past weekend, we had a really excellent, lowkey weekend in Manhattan, seeing Broadway shows, exploring museums, and eating some extremely delicious food. 

Places featured in this video: - L’Addresse Bryant Park (for breakfast and dinner) 
- The Morgan Library and Museum (note that videos are apparently not allowed inside the library, but I had already taken a few by the time a docent saw me and asked me to stop, and I gladly did. I’ve posted them here because I was NOT asked to delete the ones I already had.) 
- Bryant Park winter wonderland and ice rink 
- Lena Horne Theatre and the Broadway cast of Six! (Note that videos are not allowed during any Broadway show, but this couple of seconds was snagged as the cast was leaving their last encore and the lights were coming up. You’ve gotta book the show if you want to see how insanely fabulous they are!) 

#travelcouplesoftiktok #travelcouple #longweekendvibes #nyctiktok #broadwaymusicals #newyorkcityeats #sixthemusical #travelblog
Love a good flowy dress photo, or a people-free vi Love a good flowy dress photo, or a people-free video from a gorgeous space. But even when you’re fortunate enough to get that content, there’s always a story. 

In this case, we were both sick as dogs and also sharing this library with other guests and influencers, so we had to be as quick and accurate as we could so we didn’t ruin the visit for others. 

However, even though quick + accurate and sick don’t belong in a sentence together, we still managed to have a sweet, spontaneous Beauty and the Beast moment on our visit to Wiblingen Abbey ❤️

#beautifullibrary #librarylove #libraryporn #librarydesign #wiblingen #travelcouplegoals #travelcouplesinspiration
Our perfect day in Barcelona is definitely full of Our perfect day in Barcelona is definitely full of rhe architecture of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi, creator of Parc Guell, Casa Batllo, La Pedrera, and of course Sagrada Familia. In a list of things to do in Barcelona, these are some of the best feasts for the eyes - we guarantee you’ll have a fantastic time! (Just make sure you book your Sagrada Familia tickets early if you want to see the view from one of the towers!) 

#visitbarcelona #barcelonaespaña #visitbarcelona🇪🇸 #parcgüell #gaudiarchitecture #casabatlló #visitspainofficial
Luke and I always joke that I don’t need his help Luke and I always joke that I don’t need his help because I’m a strong, independent woman 💪 And I suspect that a lot of women, like me, and a lot of travelers may also take that sentiment to heart a little bit. Personally, I highly value how strong and capable I can be, and I hate asking for help. But this weekend, when I was already having a horrible day and then my flight plans got completely destroyed, I didn’t act like the super capable woman I pride myself on being. Instead, I sat down at the bar of a closed sushi restaurant in the terminal and called Luke in tears. Bless this man, he booked me the next flight home (since the airline was zero help 😒) and picked a hotel for me to stay the night in - all while on the phone with me. I tell you all this just to let you know that it’s okay to need help from others, whether you’re home or traveling, experienced or not, and it doesn’t make you any less of a badass ❤️ 

#travelcouplegoals #travelcouplelife #travelfail #travelcouplebloggers #cancelledflight
Translating video frames over to still photos is o Translating video frames over to still photos is one of my favorite ways to get natural, low-stress photos of us when we travel. While I’ll admit I’m a bit of a ham, Luke hasn’t always been comfortable in front of the camera, so getting him to chat and goof around with me on video helped put him much more at ease. Although, did you see him hitting some poses here without me asking? I was both surprised and impressed, let me tell you! 😍 

📍 Vianden Castle, Luxembourg 

#selfieideasforcouples #couplepicsidea #couplephotos #travelphotos #travelcouplelife #travelcouplephotography
If you enjoy a tasty RVA brunch or high tea and ha If you enjoy a tasty RVA brunch or high tea and haven’t tried Floris, the new tea room at the @vmfamuseum, you need to get a move-on. We had the best time enjoying multiple teas and delicious finger foods and can’t wait to bring friends with us next time! 

#travelblogging #richmondvirginia #rvatok #visitrichmondva #visitrichmond #highteatime #travelcouplesoftiktok #travelcoupledreams #rvabrunchspot #rvabrunch
Fall in Richmond VA can be fantastic, and the weat Fall in Richmond VA can be fantastic, and the weather so far this year is proving that point nicely. So here’s a perfect date night to squeeze in before it gets chillier:
- Pick up the date night special from @garnettsrva , which includes two meals, a bottle of wine, and dessert for $33 - and they’ll even loan you a free blanket and vintage picnic basket (just make sure you return it as soon as you’re finished 🤗). They have several baskets, so shouldn’t have a problem getting one. And you can order all this ahead online, which makes this fast and easy.
(@properpieco is also an excellent meal option and it’s closer to your final destination! It IS bring your own basket, though…)
- Drive over to Libby Hill Park in Church Hill and grab one of the best seats in the house for leaf peeping AND seeing the sunset over the city.

This is very much a locals/neighborhood spot where you’ll see families with their kids, people walking their dogs, folks riding bikes and scooters, and even teens getting their senior poctures taken. Despite all this, it’s pretty peaceful and there’s plenty of room for everyone ❤️

#rva #loveva #couplestravel #staycations #datenightideas #picnicdate
Lit brunch, boujee brunch, fun brunch - whatever y Lit brunch, boujee brunch, fun brunch - whatever you’re looking for, there’s a best brunch in RVA to suit everyone! These spots are just a few of our favorites because they’re delicious, fun, or both! 
✨More ideas and lists on the blog 2rh.co✨

📍@pinkysrva (Scotts Addition)
📍@hoghavenfarmllc (@growrva Big Market OR South of the James Farmers Market) 
📍@milliesrva (downtown)
📍@hobnobrva (Lakeside) 
📍@hotelgreene Capitol District/Monroe Ward)

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Luke and Meagan sipping coffee at the breakfast table at Tarrant's cafe in Richmond VA

The Quintessential Richmond brunch: every ‘best brunch in RVA’ by neighborhood

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Luke and Meagan sipping coffee at the breakfast table at Tarrant's cafe in Richmond VAThe Quintessential Richmond brunch: every ‘best brunch in RVA’ by neighborhood
Photo of two milkshakes in plastic cups on the grass9 of the best milkshakes in Richmond VA (local shops only!)
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