Erin Goes Everywhere

July 10, 2026July 15, 2026

Why Are The Road Signs In The Adirondacks Different Colors?

We know National Parks have big welcome signs, and of course there are signs telling people when they drive into a new state across America. In Upstate New York, I look forward to seeing the iconic brown-and-yellow road signs welcoming drivers to the Adirondack Park; it’s the first sign that I’m one inch closer to my favorite places in New York State. There are dozens of “Entering Adirondack Park” signs, shaped like the park, and all the road signs throughout the park are also brown and yellow. I took a deep dive into the history of the road signs in the Adirondacks, how they came to be, and why they’re all brown and yellow.

June 5, 2026July 15, 2026

5 Weekend Road Trips Under 5 Hours From NYC

My favorite trip is a road trip, but I have my limit on how much time I can spend in a car without losing my mind. Living right near New York City, I’m familiar with how frustrating traffic can get, especially when you’re trying to get out of town. (Hopefully, gas prices will start going down before I have to start driving this summer.) Luckily, there are so many great spots within a five-hour drive radius that make the headache of stop-and-starts so worth it. Here are five trips within a day’s drive from New York City that I would recommend bumping up on your list this summer.

May 29, 2026July 15, 2026

Greetings from Jersey City, NJ

I am still a Jersey Girl through and through, calling Downtown Jersey City home for the last few years. With summer fast approaching, I wanted to share some things to do as well as my favorites for those looking to explore the area for the first time, or Jersey City locals looking to try something different. From cute restaurants to long walks along the waterfront to live music to cold pints, a lot goes on when the weather gets warmer. Here’s my guide to an ideal summer weekend in Jersey City, New Jersey.

May 20, 2026June 3, 2026

Welcome (Back) Readers!

Your next weekend adventure is already mapped out for you. I’m Erin, a passionate traveler and writer who’s lived in Ireland, Western New York, and now calls New Jersey home (once again). I’m sharing my travels and stories about my adventures here on my travel blog, Erin Goes Everywhere. I love exploring new places and learning new things, and I want to share how cool these experiences are with you!

September 26, 2024July 10, 2026

To My Biggest Fan

I am a writer. I still don’t know if I was born with it or grew into it. I never had a Hollywood-like moment where it all clicked – it was always something that came naturally to me. So when I go through times of trouble, my first thought is always to pick up a pen (or open my laptop) and write it out.

My grandmother passed this week. She will always be the original Jersey Girl, born and raised in North Jersey, similar to me. She taught me so many lessons about being true to myself and going after what makes me happy.