Explore the World with Gracie + Lyla:
A College Girl’s Guide to Travel, Life, and Chasing Big Dreams
Hey, I’m Gracie—a travel-loving, vinyl-spinning, coffee-fueled college girl figuring out life one adventure at a time. After leaving my small town behind, I moved to Colorado with my Mini Schnauzer Lyla, and a heart full of dreams. Now, I’m sharing the real, unfiltered journey of what it’s like to balance college life, solo travel, faith, and finding joy in the everyday.
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Hey, I’m Gracie—a travel-loving, vinyl-spinning, coffee-fueled college girl figuring out life one adventure at a time. After leaving my small town behind, I moved to Denver with my miniature schnauzer, Lyla, and a heart full of dreams. Now, I’m sharing the real, unfiltered journey of what it’s like to balance college life, solo travel, faith, and finding joy in the everyday.
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Kayaking in the mountains
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Oh Hi There! I’m Gracie!
Dog mom. Faith-driven explorer. Lover of old records & new places.
I never imagined that leaving a town of 3,000 people would lead me here—city lights, mountain hikes, dog walks through city streets, and quiet moments where I ask God, “Okay, what’s next?”
I’m Gracie, and this space? It started with a dream, moving truck, one leap of faith, and a five-year-old schnauzer named Lyla who really just wanted to stay home—but came anyway. I didn’t have it all figured out (still don’t), but I knew I was ready for more. More meaning. More wonder. More stories I’d be proud to tell.
This is where I share the highs, the heartbreaks, and everything in between—travel days that feel like movie scenes, college nights that test your courage, and the still, quiet mornings where I feel closest to God. I believe life is full of tiny, sacred moments: watching the sun rise over a new city, hearing your favorite song on a random street corner, praying in the middle of your mess, and knowing deep down—you’re not walking this alone.
Lyla might not love every flight or long trail, but she’s part of this adventure too. And honestly? So are you.
Your adventure doesn’t have to stop here!
Best places to hike in the summer
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Survival tips for hiking through the mountains
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My favorite places to visit in Maui
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