If you are planning a weekend getaway to Fort Worth, you’ve come to the right place! My friend Ismael and I recently spent a three-day weekend in Texas’s fifth-largest metropolis. I was very impressed with the food, the architecture, and Panther City’s friendly vibe...
So, you’re thinking about visiting the Emerald City in winter? While it may not be the peak travel season for the Pacific Northwest, there are lots of great reasons to explore Seattle during the colder months. It’s an interesting and dynamic city all year long...
I can’t believe it’s the final stretch of 2022, but here we are! Since a new year is approaching, this post will review where I’ve been over the past twelve months. After that, I’ll provide a rundown of the trips I have planned for 2023! This is my third annual “year in review and what’s in store for next year” post...
Lisbon is one of Europe’s most charming and iconic urban destinations. The capital of Portugal offers stunning natural beauty and an incredible cityscape made up of pastel colors and ornate tiles. Should you visit Lisbon? Without a doubt, the answer is yes. But how long should you spend there? Read on to find out...
Have you ever been up to Chicago’s northernmost neighborhood? It’s called Rogers Park, and it’s a low-key, quirky part of town that I really love. One of the best things about Rogers Park is its incredible food scene! Even though this isn’t a touristy area, restaurants here represent a wide range of authentic...
One of Chicago’s most overlooked and underrated neighborhoods is Rogers Park! It’s as far north as you can go while remaining within city limits. This isn’t a place where you’ll run into lots of tourists. However, Rogers Park has a lot to offer, including its own distinct, off-beat vibe...
If you’re considering a getaway to Conconully State Park in Washington, this is the blog post for you! Three friends and I just spent Labor Day weekend camping there, and I loved the dramatic landscapes and picturesque lakes in the area. Washington State is one place I’ve wanted to include on my blog for years now...
Are you interested in an Italian getaway, but not sure which part of the country to visit? Travel enthusiasts should consider Treviso, a small city not far from Venice in the region of Veneto. Treviso’s most striking feature is its canals, and the city is sometimes dubbed “The Other Venice.” In this post, I’ll explain whether...
Amsterdam is a city that I have many conflicting feelings about (as you might have guessed from the title of this post). My extended family and I recently spent five days in Amsterdam on the tail end of a Viking River Cruise along the Rhine. It was great opportunity to get to know this bustling city famous for its canals...
A Rhine River cruise between Switzerland and the Netherlands is one of the most enchanting ways to explore a large section of Western Europe. The cities and towns along the Rhine are all so quaint, with rich histories shaped by the river. You can tell...