As a one-time resident, I’ve had time to discover all the things to do in Alicante, Spain. Located on the Mediterranean coast of Spain, the obvious attraction is the beach, but there are many other things to do and places to see. So if you ever find yourself in or near Alicante, check these activities …
New Mexico is the perfect place for a road trip for a few reasons. There’s so much to see, many places are only accessible by car, and there’s a lot of ground to cover. Here’s your guide to the perfect New Mexico Southwest road trip. Getting There and Preparation The plan was to fly into …
American history and culture in Richmond, Virginia is everywhere. Particularly, colonial and Civil War history due to Richmond’s past as the capital of the Confederacy. It’s also rich in Black American history as 1 in 4 Black people in the U.S. have roots there. In June 2020, Richmond made headlines when, during the unrest surrounding …
Only a short drive from Ocean City, Maryland is Fenwick Island, Delaware, a calm and relaxing alternative to the partying and bustle of Ocean City. It was a perfect getaway and provided a much-needed change of scenery that was necessary after a long quarantine due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Still taking the necessary safety precautions, …
A road trip to Clarksdale, Mississippi isn’t at the top of many people’s travel lists, but it should be. Clarksdale is in the Mississippi Delta, also known as the Home of the Blues because blues music originated here. Black sharecroppers living in poverty expressed their pain through the music which eventually spread across the country …
It’s usually best to avoid holiday travel, when the airports are busy and prices are high, but Christmas in Germany is one of the few exceptions that make the inconvenience worth it. Germany is known for doing Christmas big—elaborate Christmas markets, lights, food, handmade decorations, and all in the German tradition. I visited Christmas markets …
Autumn is my favorite season, but certain places are better for enjoying it than others. The Poconos Mountains is one of those places. Located in northeastern Pennsylvania, the area is great for outdoor activities, spas, and being surrounded by fall foliage. The quaint, historic towns also make a great setting for Halloween festivities. Here are …
Washington, DC is known as a city of monuments, but it’s also a city with a lot of natural beauty if you know where to look. I’ve listed a few places where you can enjoy nature without even leaving the city. Here are eight places to experience nature in Washington, DC. U.S. National Arboretum The …
When a weeks-long vacation isn’t an option, a day trip is a great way to itch the travel bug. Philadelphia offers so many diverse places and activities, it’s easy to pack a day full. For my latest visit, this is the itinerary I came up with to explore Philadelphia in one day. 9:30 am: Breakfast …
Neuenrade, Germany is a small, hilly town in the Sauerland region of North Rhine-Westphalia with a population of over 12,000. It’s about an hour and a half drive from Cologne and Dusseldorf and an hour drive from Wuppertal and Dortmund. It’s also where my mother grew up. I was fortunate enough to be able to …
