Hi, I’m Gen!
My name is Genelyn Jaye Swanson.
(but you can call me Gen!)
Currently Based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Roots in Seattle, Washington.
Blogger. Photographer. YouTuber.
Army Wife. Cat Mom. Filipina-American.
Traveler.
36 U.S. States
21 U.S. National Parks
5 Countries
Driven by an internal desire to document memories + to live actively as a story-teller.
I'm a travel enthusiast, an adrenaline junkie, a week-night writer, and a weekend adventure-seeker all wrapped in one. I prioritize my family, and I thrive off the energy of others.
You’ll find me driving on a scenic road trip with my Soldier, hiking a new trail, tasting a new cuisine, OR at home writing up a new blog post curled up in the company of my orange cat child, Sherbert.
I strive to adventure as much as I can, as often as I am able, doing my best to document every detail along the way - that way, you all can enjoy the adventures too (whether you take my travel tips along with you for your own adventure or if you’d rather just tag along through my photos!).
Let’s Travel Together!
-Genelyn Jaye
Fun Facts:
A typical PNW coffee enthusiast (My favorite is an Iced Ube Macchiato from Hood Famous Cafe + Bar in Seattle, WA, or a White Caramel Mocha from Anthem Coffee & Tea in Puyallup, WA.)
In 2019, I hiked 20 different trails all in the same year (highlights - Angel's Landing in Zion, Mist Trail in Yosemite, and Mount Storm King in Olympic National Park).
I was a 2020 Bride, and said “I Do” on top of a mountain!
My favorite animal is an orangutan (iykyk).
I'm Filipino-American and can understand Tagalog.
I collect stamps from every U.S. National Park, and hope to visit all of them before I’m 50! Ask me about my postcard collection!
