Category: Destinations

Lake District National Park - England

Add a new UNESCO World Heritage Site to your bucket list — England’s Lake District National Park

July 12, 2017

The Lake District National Park in England recently became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There’s not only beautiful lakes here but also rolling hills and stunning peaks. It’s England’s largest national park and includes its highest mountain and deepest lake. Walk, run, cycle, watch wildlife, kayak, swim, or even catch a boat — there’s endless … More Add a new UNESCO World Heritage Site to your bucket list — England’s Lake District National Park

Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada on a budget

Things to do on a budget in Niagara Falls

July 1, 2017

On many traveler’s bucket list and as a top honeymoon destination, Niagara Falls is an impressive spectacle including three waterfalls: American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Niagara River marks the border between Ontario, Canada and New York, United States. As the gateway between Niagara Falls, ON and Niagara Falls, NY, Rainbow Bridge, looms over … More Things to do on a budget in Niagara Falls

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment - Huntsville, AL

Support local at Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment in Huntsville, Alabama

May 22, 2017

“You’re not from around here, huh?” a blonde middle-aged woman asked as I snapped another photo of the water tower. “No ma’am, just visiting.” We were standing outside Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment in Huntsville, AL. It’s a historic factory building that’s been a textile mill and shoe factory in the past and has now … More Support local at Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment in Huntsville, Alabama

Greenland's Arctic Circle Trail

11 photos that will make you want to hike the Arctic Circle Trail in Greenland

April 29, 2017

The Arctic Circle Trail, a stunning 100-mile hike in Greenland, features crystal clear lakes you can safely drink from, curious reindeer, tundra vegetation, and captivating hills and mountains. On the trail from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut, there are no towns but just Greenlandic wilderness. When you’re surrounded by such incredible landscapes and utter peacefulness without a phone or Internet connection, … More 11 photos that will make you want to hike the Arctic Circle Trail in Greenland

The Beatles Statue - Liverpool

2017 — the perfect year for Beatles fans to visit Liverpool

March 10, 2017

Let me take you down… Liverpool is the holy grail for Beatles fans far and wide. Many make the pilgrimage to see where John, Paul, George, and Ringo grew up and got some of their inspiration for their music. 2017 seems an especially great time to pay a visit to Liverpool. This year is the … More 2017 — the perfect year for Beatles fans to visit Liverpool

Albert Dock - Liverpool’s Maritime Mercantile City

Liverpool’s Maritime Mercantile City transports visitors to another world

March 4, 2017

As soon as I stepped foot into Liverpool’s Maritime Mercantile City, I was mesmerized. Rhythmically, the waves lapped against the anchored boats. Sea gulls cawed as I walked around what used to be a bustling dock. Encompassing Albert Dock, the old brick warehouses have been transformed into apartments, hotels, museums, restaurants, and bars. The whipping … More Liverpool’s Maritime Mercantile City transports visitors to another world

United Kingdom

Six ponderings after two months in the United Kingdom

February 24, 2017

I’ve spent two wonderful months in the United Kingdom, visiting massive, lively cities from London to Manchester, smaller cities like Leeds and Bristol, and quaint villages and towns such as Avebury and Ambleside. As my fourth trip to this country, I’ve only learned more and more about British life. So in honor of my final … More Six ponderings after two months in the United Kingdom