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09/04/2026

🍂🏔️ POV: You just found one of the BEST places in Idaho to experience fall.
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🍂If colorful foliage, crisp mountain air, incredible food, cozy places to stay, and epic outdoor adventures sound like your kind of getaway… Sun Valley needs to be on your fall bucket list. 📌
🤎Every fall, the Wood River Valley comes alive with vibrant golden color, winding trails, mountain views, and that unmistakable feeling that makes you want to slow down and soak it all in.
👇🏻And the best part? There’s SO much more to do than admire the foliage.
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✨ BEST PLACE TO RELAX�🧘🏼‍♀️
🥾 GET OUTSIDE:�Don’t miss the Wood River Trail — a 20+ mile paved, multi-use, year-round trail winding through the valley with incredible views of the mountains, rivers, and changing trees.
✨ Whether you want a cozy weekend filled with good food and relaxation or an adventure-packed getaway exploring the trails, Sun Valley delivers.
⁉️Have you experienced fall in Sun Valley yet?!

09/03/2026

🍴🏔️ 14 FANTASTIC FOOD SPOTS YOU NEED TO TRY AT LEAST ONCE IN BIG SKY, MONTANA!
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👀 Visit Big Sky | Montana Travel & Yellowstone may be known for its epic mountains and endless adventure, but trust me… Whether you’re fueling up before a day in the mountains, grabbing lunch between adventures, or ending the day with something sweet, here are 14 spots to add to your Big Sky food itinerary! 👇🏼
☕️ COFFEE + BREAKFAST
🤎 Cowboy Coffee Co. — Classic Big Sky coffee + breakfast with that cozy mountain-town feel.
☕️ Caliber Coffee Roasters — Your go-to for quality coffee and a delicious morning pick-me-up.
🏔️ Hero Snow Coffee — Coffee, mountain vibes + the perfect start to an adventure-filled day.
🌲 Treeline Coffee Roasters — Specialty coffee worth seeking out for your morning fuel.
🥤 Mountain West Juice Co. — Fresh juices + healthy options to fuel your Big Sky adventures.
🥪 LUNCH
🥐 Blue Moon Bakery — Fresh-baked goodies, sandwiches + the perfect midday stop.
🥪 By Word Of Mouth — A Big Sky favorite for hearty, satisfying bites between adventures.
🫎 Hungry Moose Market & Deli — Grab something quick, pack it for the trail, or stock up for your Montana adventure.
🌮 Terrain Taco — Tacos + flavorful Mexican-inspired bites that make for a delicious lunch stop.
🍽️ DINNER
🏕️ Montana Dinner Yurt — Dinner with a side of unforgettable Montana atmosphere. This one is an experience Big Sky Resort
🍷 Olive B’s Big Sky Bistro — Cozy, elevated dining and a great spot to slow down after a day outside.
🏔️ Riverhouse BBQ & Events — Montana comfort food, hearty plates + a laid-back mountain atmosphere.
🏔️ The Big Sky Waypoint — A great spot to stop while exploring Big Sky.
🍦 DESSERT
🍨 Big Sky Scoops — Because no Montana adventure is complete without ice cream! The perfect sweet ending to your day.
⁉️Which one are you trying first?! 👇🏼🍴

09/02/2026

🪴 THIS MIGHT BE THE MOST UNIQUE AIRBNB I HAVE EVER STAYED IN! 🤯🌸
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👋🏻 Hi, I’m McKenzie — sharing bucket-list itineraries, hidden gems, unique stays & adventure getaways. ✅ Follow McKenzie Joyner | Food & Adventure Travel Content Creator for more!
🌸 Welcome to the Flower Pot - one of the world’s most unique homes!
🏆 One of Airbnb’s 100 OMG Fund winners
🛏️ Cozy sleeping loft with queen memory foam mattress
🎶 Record player + curated records
🍳 Kitchenette with 2-burner induction cooktop
🚿 Rainfall shower + plush towels & robes
♨️ Private hot tub
🔥 Outdoor fire pit (seasonal)
🌅 Seasonal rooftop patio
🌾 Views overlooking surrounding farmland
🌸 Neighboring seasonal flower farm
💐 Pick-your-own bouquet experience (July–mid October)
🪴 The Flower Pot was designed to be a place to gather, ground + revive. A cozy little escape where you can slow down, soak in the hot tub, watch the sunset, stargaze from the rooftop, and experience a completely different side of Idaho.
🌸 And if you visit between April and October, you’ll get to watch the neighboring flower farm transform throughout the seasons, from spring planting to colorful summer blooms. During peak season, you can even pick your own bouquet! 💐
✨ Every season brings a totally different experience, making this one of those stays you’ll remember long after you check out.
🌿 Plant yourself in the moment. 🪴
💚 Comment “FLOWER POT” and I’ll send you the link!

09/01/2026

🦅🍂 Welcome to one of the most unique fall experiences in Boise that NEEDS to be on your Idaho Bucket List!
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🤯 Imagine sitting outside overlooking the Treasure Valley while SIX incredible birds of prey soar directly over your head.
🦉That’s Fall Flights at The Peregrine Fund’s World Center for Birds of Prey — and it’s one of the most unique experiences you can have in Boise this fall!
⏰ During this 45-minute narrated flight demonstration, you’ll see six trained avian ambassadors take to the skies in a completely natural, open-air setting. 🦅
👀 You may see:
🪶 Swainson’s Hawk
🦉 Verreaux’s Eagle-owl
🦅 Aplomado Falcon
🪶 Red-tailed Hawk
🦅 A rotating large falcon
🦃 A rotating vulture
📅 Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday🍂 September 4 – October 31, 2026📍 World Center for Birds of Prey | Boise, Idaho🎟️ Adults: $20 | Seniors: $18 | Youth: $15 ⏰ Show begins promptly at 11 AM
🗓️ASL-interpreted performances on October 17 and October 25
👌🏻And your ticket includes admission to the Velma Morrison Interpretive Center + Archives of Falconry — one of the world’s premier collections dedicated to the history and art of falconry.
✨This is such a cool way to experience Idaho wildlife AND support The Peregrine Fund’s incredible conservation work. The Peregrine Fund is a nonprofit organization that has worked to conserve birds of prey for over 50 years.
🏆Key achievements include removing the Peregrine Falcon from the U.S. Endangered Species List and helping restore raptor populations around the world.
💭Comment “FALL FLIGHTS” and I’ll send you the link to grab your tickets now!
💕 In partnership with World Center for Birds of Pre

08/31/2026

🏔️🛶 Everyone goes to Payette Lake… but locals know the BEST place to paddle in McCall might be the river that feeds it.
🔖 Save for the next time you are wanting to soak in the goodness of the water, trees, and see some wildlife along the way.
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👋🏻 Hi, I’m McKenzie — an avid food and adventure traveler based in Boise, Idaho who loves to share bucket-list itineraries, hidden gems, unique stays & adventure getaways. ✅ Follow McKenzie Joyner | Food & Adventure Travel Content Creator for more!
👀 Welcome to a calm, slow-moving stretch of the North Fork of the Payette River that winds its way into the north end of Payette Lake.
🤍And honestly? It’s the perfect place to slow down.
🌲 Paddle through towering pines + lush wetlands
🛶 Kayak, canoe or SUP the crystal-clear water
🫎 Keep your eyes open for moose, deer, fox + eagles
🏖️ Pull over at one of the sandy beaches for a picnic
🐕 Bring the pups, it’s dog-friendly!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for a relaxing family adventure
✨ And the farther you paddle upstream, the fewer people you’ll see!

📍 The Meanders | McCall, Idaho
Set your GPS for the North Shore/Rivers Bend area or launch at North Beach.
Rentals are available nearby if you don’t have your own kayak or paddleboard, reserve ahead during the busy summer months.
Pack plenty of water, snacks + a picnic, wear your PFD, and bring a whistle. Make sure you have your Idaho invasive species sticker if required for your watercraft.
⚠️ And please Leave No Trace
🚮 Take your trash with you and help keep this beautiful stretch of river as pristine as you found it.
🪧This is your sign to skip the crowds, grab a paddle and go meandering.
⁉️ Have you had the chance to enjoy this slow stretch of water?!

08/28/2026

🔥 BOISE JUST GOT A SERIOUS SUSHI UPGRADE…
🍣 And if you’re a sushi lover, you NEED to know about this new spot.
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🍣 Welcome to Raibu, Boise’s newest elevated sushi experience and the only spot in town offering a true Omakase experience.
👀 And trust me… this is NOT your average sushi dinner.
🇯🇵 From the moment you walk through the door, you feel like you’ve stepped into an intimate sushi bar in Japan.
👇🏻There’s a reason for that!
🔥 The Raibu team has trained in San Francisco alongside some of the BEST in the sushi world.
⭐️ The owner comes from Michelin recognized restaurants, and that level of craftsmanship, precision and passion absolutely comes through in the food.
👌🏻We experienced their 13 course Omakase, which means “I’ll leave it to you,”
✨Every course felt thoughtful, seasonal and intentional.
🫚Real fresh ground wasabi. YES, REAL WASABI.
🍣 Nigiri so incredible you don’t even need soy sauce.
🐟 Fish so delicate and buttery it practically melts in your mouth.
🍖 Japanese style wood fired meats.
🍶 Wine, beer and sake pairings to take the experience to another level.
✔️Every slice. Every bite. Every detail.
📍 1304 W Fort St, Boise, ID
📝 Raibu is officially in my Top 10 restaurants in Boise… and honestly, it may already be climbing the list.
🗓️ If you LOVE sushi or you’re looking for a dining experience that feels completely different from the usual Boise restaurant scene, MAKE THE RESERVATION.
⁉️ Have you tried Boise’s newest and most elevated sushi experience yet?!

08/27/2026

💦🤯 One of Idaho’s most unreal swimming holes… and the 11th largest spring in North America.
🔖 Save for the next time you are wanting to swim, hike AND soak in crystal clear water!
🔁 Share with a friend, family member, your best road tripping, adventure seeking pal who’d love to explore this area of Idaho with you.
👋🏻 Hi, I’m McKenzie — an avid food and adventure traveler based in Boise, Idaho who loves to share bucket-list itineraries, hidden gems, unique stays & adventure getaways. ✅ Follow McKenzie Joyner | Food & Adventure Travel Content Creator for more!
🏔️ If crystal-clear water, dramatic waterfalls and breathtaking views are your kind of adventure, ADD THIS TO YOUR IDAHO BUCKET LIST.
💎 This hidden gem is part of Thousand Springs State Park, near Hagerman, and is home to an incredible natural spring with water so unbelievably clear you’ll swear it’s been filtered.
✨ Hike: About 4 miles round trip
🥾 Difficulty: Moderate, with a steep, rocky descent into the canyon aided by a cable and rail
💦 Swim: Spend the day swimming in the breathtaking crystal-clear water
🌊 Waterfall: Take in the incredible 30-foot waterfall
🏔️ Views: Enjoy overlooks of the vibrant blue pools and surrounding canyon
🎟️ Visitor fee: $7
🚮 Please remember to Leave No Trace - pack out what you bring in, stay on designated trails, respect the water and surrounding landscape, and help keep this incredible place beautiful for everyone who visits.
👌🏻Trust me… this is one Idaho swimming hole you’re going to want to experience for yourself.
⁉️ Would you swim here?!

08/26/2026

This might be one of Idaho’s most UNDERRATED mountain getaways. 👀
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👋🏻Hi, I’m McKenzie — an avid food and adventure traveler based in Boise, Idaho who loves to share bucket-list itineraries, hidden gems, unique stays & adventure getaways. ✅ Follow McKenzie Joyner | Food & Adventure Travel Content Creator for more!
🏔️ Welcome to one of the largest natural lake in Idaho’s National Forest system, tucked away in the mountains of the Boise National Forest.
🤯 And the lake is only part of the adventure…
♨️ Wild hot springs scattered throughout the surrounding area
🏊🏼‍♀️ Swim + paddle on Warm Lake
🥾 Hike through the Boise National Forest
🎣 Fish the lake and nearby waterways
⛺️ Camp under the stars
🐕 Bring your adventure pup
🌅 Stay for those unforgettable mountain sunsets
🌲Spend the day on the water, explore the surrounding forest, then go hunting for a natural hot spring soak nearby. Talk about the perfect Idaho escape.
👌🏻 It’s remote, peaceful and feels worlds away from the noise of every day living. Exactly the kind of place you want to keep in your back pocket for your next Idaho adventure.
⁉️ Would you make the drive for a lake + hot springs getaway?! 👇🏼

08/25/2026

THE MOST DELICIOUS QUESADILLA IN 📌 BOISE, IDAHO
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👋🏻Hi, I’m McKenzie — an avid food and adventure traveler based in Boise, Idaho who loves to share bucket-list itineraries, hidden gems, unique stays & adventure getaways. ✅ Follow McKenzie Joyner | Food & Adventure Travel Content Creator for more!
💎 A hidden gem in Boise, Idaho serving up the most delicious food!
🌮 Offering a wide array of fresh food - Sope, Burrito, Torta, Tacos, Tamales, Chile Relleno, Orden De Carnitas, & Pozole. But….. my personal favorite is the MASSIVE QUESADILLA 🔥
🥤 Full case of drinks both non-alcoholic and alcohol.
🛒 Fresh salsa, meats, and more to buy and take home.
💃🏻Full salsa / toppings bar to put fresh salsa, radishes, lime, and chopped onion to get all the flavors!
🥬 Using the freshest ingredients to prepare their food to provide the best quality and taste!
📍CARNICERIA COALCOMAN
📌 Located at 5234 W. Fairview Ave. Boise, Idaho
⏰ Open Thursday - Tuesday : 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
🚫 Closed Wednesday
🤩 I can’t wait for you to go & experience the deliciousness that this place is serving up!
⚠️ Tucked back in the shopping center, this hidden gem is worth the try to find.
🙌🏻 Be sure to let me know when you go & what you think! No doubt in my mind you are going to love their Quesadilla!
⁉️ Have you had the chance to try CARNICERIA COALCOMAN?

08/24/2026

Ultimate Idaho Road Trip | Boise to Stanley, Idaho 🛣️
🏔️🚗 Listen up, Idaho! I created the Ultimate Idaho Road Trip in partnership with Shift Idaho + Move250 to encourage Idahoans to get out, explore our incredible state, and most importantly, travel safely.
🔖 Save this for your next outing in Idaho
🔁 Send to a friend, family-member, your most adventurous road tripping pal who’d love to check this bucket-list place off with you!
Hop in, buckle up, and let’s go! 👇
♨️🍔 This bucket-list road trip is all about logging your miles while experiencing the best of Idaho - from driving scenic roads and hiking gorgeous trails to paddling lakes and rivers, soaking in wild hot springs, and walking to your favorite local food spots.
🙌 And the best part? This itinerary can help you reach 250 miles!
🇺🇸 What is Move250 Idaho?
Created in celebration of America250, Move250 is a statewide movement challenge encouraging Idahoans to move 250 miles in 2026 while exploring the landscapes, communities, history, parks, trails, roads, and waterways that make Idaho so incredible.
🥾🛶 You can log miles by walking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, paddling, OHV riding, snowmobiling, driving scenic or historic byways, and more!
🚘 Remember: Idaho roads connect us, but it’s our choices that protect us. Buckle up, stay focused, and make every mile count.
👇Comment “IDAHO ROAD TRIP” and I’ll send you the full itinerary!
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