Audrey Lanning

Founder

Outside of her passion for food and travel, Audrey works full-time as a Manager at a furniture and interior design store and teaches dance part-time. A creative at heart, she finds joy in blending design, movement, and storytelling—whether it’s through curating interiors, choreographing routines, or crafting detailed travel itineraries. When she’s not exploring new destinations, you’ll find her listening to podcasts, binge-watching Survivor, or relaxing at home with her beloved cats, Magnolia and Monty.

Tanner Lanning

Co-founder

Tanner is the drive and passion behind our travels—constantly dreaming up our next destination and spending hours watching travel vlogs to scout out the most scenic, must-see spots. He works full-time as Charleston’s local representative for Toast POS, an ideal role for a foodie like him, connecting with the city’s vibrant restaurant scene every day. When he’s not planning trips or discovering great eats, Tanner enjoys playing board games, hitting CrossFit workouts, and exploring all that Charleston has to offer.

Meet the Lannings

Welcome to our corner of the internet – we’re Audrey and Tanner Lanning, the husband-and-wife duo behind this travel blog! Whether you’re here for detailed travel itineraries, foodie finds, or insider tips on Charleston, SC, we’re so excited you’re joining us on this adventure.

Our Story

We’ve been together since February 2018 and officially tied the knot in March 2022. From the beginning, travel has been one of the most meaningful parts of our relationship. Whether it’s exploring a hidden gem in Europe or soaking up the charm of a small town in the U.S., our shared love for adventure has taken us all over the world.

At home, we’re proud cat parents to Magnolia and Monty, our two fur babies who keep us grounded between getaways. We live full-time in the beautiful city of Charleston, South Carolina, a place we deeply love and plan to feature often on our blog—from local activities to our favorite restaurants.

How We Travel

Tanner is the visionary—he’s always the one dreaming up our next destination and giving us that extra push to book the trip. Audrey is the planner—the one who builds the perfect itinerary hour by hour to make the most of every moment. Together, we make a pretty great team, combining spontaneity and structure to craft unforgettable experiences.

Why We Started This Blog

As self-proclaimed foodies and travel enthusiasts, we often get asked for recommendations, tips, and our itineraries. So we decided to turn our passion into a platform where we can share it all! From international adventures to U.S. road trips, and especially food-focused experiences, our goal is to provide practical, detailed guides and honest insights for fellow travelers.

We’ll be sharing:

  • In-depth travel itineraries from every destination we’ve explored (and plan to visit!)
  • Local Charleston guides including top things to do and our favorite eats as locals
  • Restaurant reviews, hidden gems, and must-try foodie stops across the globe

Whether you’re planning your next big trip or just daydreaming from your couch, we hope our blog inspires you to explore more, eat well, and embrace every journey.

Thanks for stopping by—we’re so glad you’re here!

– Audrey & Tanner

About us

We’re a husband-and-wife duo behind Take Off and Lanning, sharing our favorite travel moments, hidden gems, and honest tips from around the world. We’re all about making travel feel exciting, real, and totally doable. Let’s take off together! ✈️🌎