Gaby and Bjargey

Gaby and Bjargey
Two Michigan girls, who enjoy experiencing the world. Currently based in Iceland, Toned and Traveled is the go ­to travel and lifestyle blog for women who are looking for tips and advice on traveling, health and wellness, and life.

11 Ways to Be a Galway Girl

The Luck of the Irish Ireland has been on our family bucket list for a long time and luckily we were able to squeeze it in at the end of our trip. With this being one of the final destinations on my trip, I was exhausted. I slept for most of the time in the car and only enjoyed one night of the Irish night life. What I learned in Ireland was that the cities are small, somewhat harsh but welcoming. While the countryside will take your breath away with it’s lush mountains, crumbling castles and herds of sheep. We were swept away by the beauty of the…

Sunday Funday in Saugatuck, Michigan

There is something special about the beginning of fall in western Michigan. The leaves begin to change to warmer colors, the air is crisper and the wine is fresh off the vine. On this beautiful Sunday, David and I slept in. We were at the Notre Dame vs. Michigan State game the night before and got home around 1 am so we were exhausted. We made brunch and somehow decided to celebrate a Sunday Funday.The weather was perfect and so we thought we would go some place David had never been before – Saugatuck. We drove up to Fenn Valley Vineyards and had a little wine tasting. It…