When going to a new place, one of the things that I
constantly look at are instagrammable places, hotels and coffee shops. I feel
like it says a lot about a place if it is IG worthy, what the hotel will be
like, and if they are fond of coffee shops and if they are, what kind do they
have? Are they 3rd wave coffee shops? Are they international brands
or do they have a home grown place that speaks of the identity of the place?
Sometimes though, it’s nice to go for something a little
different and with my next travel destination, it’s all about having an
adventure!
Hello Utah! I feel pretty excited
because I know that there will be a lot of things to look forward to and check.
First on my list of course is a place where I can stay and for me, the best
place to stay at would be somewhere that feels like home and upon checking,
there were many homes for rent in Utah which is pretty exciting because I feel
like I get to live like a local while I’m there and anyone who’s read my travel
posts would know that I am big on living like a local and trying out new
things. It just feels more authentic to me and I feel like I can really immerse
myself in the culture of the country that I am visiting.
Since I tend to travel by myself
or with a friend, I get to do more things and for this trip to Utah, I’m more
inclined to check out scenic spots where I can take the perfect OOTD to help
show off the beauty of the place as well as have that perfect Instagram moment.
Before I sit down for my caffeine
fix, I need to go and visit Zion National Park. It seems that this place is a
good spot to go to even for beginners in hiking, camping, and climbing which
describes me perfectly. I can also go ahead and make a stop at Bryce Canyon
National Park with its towering spires and a natural amphitheater, I can even
pretend to be giving a concert and capture it on Instagram or Twitter. However,
the most Instagrammable national park for me though would have to be Arches National
Park with its red rock vistas. If I wear a yellow shirt or dress, this would be
the perfect contrast to that perfect OOTD. I get to show off the beauty of the
place while having a new IG worthy photo that I can print and put up on my wall
of memories.
I just need to make sure that I
visit between April to September since this is the prime time for spring and
summer. No one wants to be in a national park when it’s raining cats and dogs
or snowing. As beautiful as it would be to have a photo during ski season, the
warm blooded person in me would simply die of cold.
However, for those who love the
cold, skiing is also another wonderful option in Utah but you need to go and
visit during ski season which is normally between the months of December to
March so if you have ever dreamed of a white Christmas, then you know that Utah
is one of the best options for you to go to. As for me and my very thin skin,
we’d need to wear layers and layers and layers of clothing to survive.
For the more adventurous type, you
need not fret coz you will never run out of things to do in Utah. You can go
canyoneering, mountain biking, hiking, rafting, cycling, abseiling, off road
driving, or even go horseback riding. You can also have a picnic in the park
for your downtime or during meals. You literally won’t run out of things to do
since there are so many national parks to discover and conquer that would
satisfy your heart.
After satisfying all that
wanderlust and need for adrenaline, it’s time to head back to the city and try
out the different cafes that they have to offer. Just like they don’t lack for
national parks and adventures, Utah also has a ton of coffee shops that you can
choose from.
One of the places that grabbed my
attention was Castlerock Coffee and Candy which is in Torrey, Utah. Castlerock
has a review of 4.1 which is a great indication. It also looks like a very
comfy spot where you can just sit down and relax. They have an awesome
selection of drinks, pastries, and sandwiches. They also breakfast, lunch, and
dinner so you don’t need to worry about going there at any time.
If you are looking for something a
bit more different, the hip down-home coffeehouse called The Rose Establishment
will definitely be a necessary stop. This one is located in Salt Lake City and
offers a variety of exotic beans and loose leaf tea with in house bakery so you
are assured that everything is always fresh.
For those who are into sustainable
living though, Millcreek Coffee Roasters is the coffee shop to patronize
because they source sustainable coffee beans which are locally roasted as well.
In fact this place is considered as one of the best coffee shops in town and
their 4.6 ratings just validated it.
Whether you are a caffeine lover
or an adventure freak, Utah definitely has something for you. For now, can’t wait to go ahead and start my own
adventures and end it with a caffeine fix.
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