🎉 Welcome to the Treasure Trackers! 🎉

You’re the person who finds the speakeasy hidden behind the laundromat and the trail with the secret waterfall. You brake for ghost towns, weird roadside museums, and “world’s largest” anything. You believe the best part of any trip is the moment you stumble on something you didn’t even know you were looking for.

KEEP READING FOR MORE HIDDEN GEM FUN 👇👇👇

Taking You Where the Surprises Live

I’ve hunted down ghost towns in Nevada, swum in secret swimming holes in Texas, and found hole-in-the-wall donut joints that ruin all other donuts for you forever. I know which detours are worth it, which “locals only” spots are worth making friends for, and which landmarks are hiding something far cooler just around the corner.

And it’s not just about finding something unique — it’s about having a story no one else can tell, the kind that starts with, “You’ll never believe what we found…”

Little Things That Make the Hunt Better


Best Apps for Offbeat Finds

From hidden art to secret hiking trails, these keep your trip full of surprises.


Book a Quirky Experience

Ghost tours, underground tunnels, and private tastings in unexpected places.


Stay Somewhere with a Story

Converted firehouses, vintage trailers, and historic inns with character.

Gear That Earns Its Spot in the Bag


Travel Camera

Capture crisp shots of every view, bite, and moment like a pro. I’ve replaced the Sony a6400 even after breaking it twice!


Small Daypack

A carry-all that holds your essentials, keeps your hands free, and looks good in every photo.


Portable Charger

Never get stranded from a dead battery again, plus you’ll always have a charged phone and camera.

Your Hidden Gem Hunt, Planned Just for You

Love the idea of finding the places no one else knows about but don’t have time to research a dozen blogs and maps? That’s where I come in.

After exploring 65+ countries and driving through 38 U.S. states, I’ve made it my mission to uncover the spots that never make the “top 10” lists, but are often the most memorable part of the trip.

Whether you want to sprinkle a few into a classic route or fill your whole itinerary with them, I’ll make it happen.

I’m only taking a handful of custom trip clients this month — grab your spot now.

catherine xu sitting in a field of poppy flowers looking forward