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…
Whether you’re a professional photographer, hobbyist, or just having fun with your Instagram game, Baltimore has plenty of spots that make you want to snap a picture. Here’s a list of some of the most Instagrammable spots in Baltimore City. Topside/Hotel Revival Topside is a rooftop bar at the top of Hotel Revival in Mt….
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…
These days, many of us telecommute at least sometimes. When I start to feel like a slob in my pajamas or need a change of scenery, these are some of the best Baltimore WiFi cafes to settle into with my laptop and a coffee. If you’re easily distracted like me, you know that trying to get…
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…
In any season, farmers markets are in full swing in Baltimore. We have a number of markets to choose from. This list doesn’t include them all, but these are some of the best and most popular farmers markets in Baltimore City. Baltimore Farmers Market The Baltimore Farmers Market is Maryland’s largest farmers market. It’s open…
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…
Despite the impression you may have of the city, there are many places to experience nature in Baltimore, Maryland. If you’re like me, you need to spend time in nature every once in a while to take a break from the daily routine. It’s been shown that spending time in nature improves your mental health,…
