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Bites, Hikes, & Other Likes
A PERSONAL BLOG
Welcome to Bites, Hikes, & Other Likes, a unique blog here for you to explore, where you will find hiking and travel recommendations, as well as recs for restaurants and cocktails in the Knoxville area. I've also lived in Lafayette, Louisiana, San Antonio, Texas, and Memphis, Tennessee and still have a deep love for each city.
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Capitol Reef National Park + Torrey, Utah
This post outlines a trip to Capitol Reef National Park and Torrey, Utah. This was a stop along a roadtrip of Utah's Might Five national parks.
Catherine Cantu
May 309 min read
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Bryce Canyon National Park + Tropic, Utah
This post details a trip to Bryce Canyon National Park and Tropic, Utah.
Catherine Cantu
May 238 min read
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Christmas Season in Memphis, Tennessee
This post outlines things to do during the Christmas season in and around Memphis, Tennessee.
Catherine Cantu
Nov 17, 20247 min read
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
This posts outlines visits to Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Laurel Falls, Spruce Flats Falls, The Sinks, and Cades Cove.
Catherine Cantu
Nov 12, 20247 min read
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Four Days in Zion National Park
This 4-day Zion National Park itinerary is sure to leave you breathless.
Catherine Cantu
Nov 11, 202418 min read
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Rock Island State Park & Burgess Falls State Park
Visits to Rock Island State Park and Burgess Falls State Park offer views of stunning waterfalls.
Catherine Cantu
Nov 9, 20244 min read
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Water Into Wine (Restaurant - Knoxville, TN)
This post features a review of a restaurant in Knoxville, TN called Water Into Wine.
Catherine Cantu
Aug 31, 20243 min read
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Zion Helicopters - 55 Mi Zion Canaan Cliffs Tour + Butte Landing
This post outlines my experience taking flight with Zion Helicopters on a butte-iful day in May 2024.
Catherine Cantu
Jun 19, 20244 min read
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Lake Tahoe Winter Vacation
A Lake Tahoe Winter vacation is so dreamy, even for non-skiers! Think snowmobiling, sleigh rides on the beach, snowy hikes, and great food!
Catherine Cantu
Nov 25, 202317 min read
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So, You're Engaged? — Wedding Website & Save The Dates Edition
Engaged and planning a wedding? Many couples have no idea when to send out their Save the Dates or where to begin with setting up a wedding
Catherine Cantu
Jul 19, 202311 min read
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So, You’re Engaged? — Wedding Party Proposals Edition
If you've recently gotten engaged and you're wondering how to ask your crew to be a part of your big day, this post is for you!
Catherine Cantu
Jun 28, 202310 min read
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So, You’re Engaged? — Engagement Photos Edition
Recently engaged & stumped on what to wear for your engagement session or curious about what the session will be like? This post is for you!
Catherine Cantu
Apr 12, 20234 min read
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So, You're Engaged?
If you've recently gotten engaged, & you are at a loss for where to begin with wedding planning, this series of posts is for you!
Catherine Cantu
Apr 7, 20234 min read
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My Love Letters to San Antonio: Holiday Edition
Heading to San Antonio for the holidays? Here's a short guide of holiday-related things to do and see from my time living there!
Catherine Cantu
Mar 10, 20234 min read
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Corey Billie's Airboat Rides - Everglades
Corey Billie's Airboat Rides in the Everglades is a bucket-list worthy experience!
Catherine Cantu
Feb 23, 20233 min read
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A Weekend in Hot Springs National Park
Hot Springs National Park in Garland County, Arkansas is an amazing place for a weekend getaway. It is even dreamier in December.
Catherine Cantu
Feb 15, 202319 min read
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My Love Letters to San Antonio
I never expected moving away from a city to feel quite so similar to heartbreak, but here I am eight months out from moving away from the...
Catherine Cantu
Dec 7, 20222 min read
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Eatin' in Memphis
A comprehensive guide of Memphis restaurant recs that you're sure to agree with!
Catherine Cantu
Nov 11, 202222 min read
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Old Town Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona
For my 30th birthday, I headed to Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona where Alex and I met up with two other couples who are long-time...
Catherine Cantu
Sep 19, 202216 min read
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5 Days in Colorado Springs
If you've ever wanted to visit Colorado Springs, CO, this post is for you! It explores scenic hikes, things to do, and where to eat.
Catherine Cantu
Sep 1, 202213 min read
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