Best Travel Gear for Your Next Adventure
Individually, Scott and I have been traveling the world for about 10 years. As a couple, we have been traveling for about 4. My traveling style has evolved quite a bit over time. To give…
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17 Things to do on Smith Island, Maryland
Smith Island is an archipelago located approximately 10 miles off the coast of Crisfield, Maryland. With a population of around 276 people (2010 census) spread over 4.5 square miles of habitable land space, you might…
Smith Island: Maryland’s disappearing island
10 miles west of Crisfield Maryland lies Smith Island, where life comes and goes with the rising tides of the Chesapeake. The archipelago is accessible only by boat, helping to preserve the slow-paced and simple…
Lessons from my first Comic-Con
Comic-Con is the ultimate destination for enthusiastic lovers of sci-fi, fantasy, comic book, television, and film. Attendees from all over the world swarm into San Diego for their chance to meet the stars and creators…
Dumbarton Oaks: Washington DC’s Secret Garden
Washington DC is filled with many hidden gems, Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Gardens is one of them. With 10 acres of carefully landscaped gardens, the lush property is an unexpected find located in the…
Off-roading ATV adventure in Sayulita, Mexico
Lately, many of our travel adventures have been a bit on the tamer side: kayaking in the Potomac, camping in the Shenandoah, exploring museums. These are all activities which are new and exciting, but on…
Sayulita, Mexico: A Traveler’s Guide
The Riviera Nayarit, which runs 200 miles from Puerto Vallarta to San Blas, is filled with charming fishing villages and beach side communities. On our most recent trip to Mexico we had the opportunity to…
Villa Amor: An eclectic getaway along the Riviera Nayarit
Juxtaposed with Sayulita’s lively streets and cacophonous crowds is Villa Amor, a relaxed retreat with a whimsical beauty. The property consists of 26 oceanfront villas and studios, each uniquely designed and individually decorated. The thatched…
Green Bank, WV: 24 hours in a Radio Dead Zone
Green Bank is home to the National Radio Astronomy Observatory. It is here where you can view the world’s largest steerable radio telescope. To non-scientists like me, staring at a hunk of metal that resembles…
Richmond, Virginia: 11 adventures, activities, and attractions
The city of Richmond has no shortage of things to do. As the Virginia state capital, the city is rich in history and natural wonders. In recent years, however, a wave of young and ambitious…
Discovering Poe at Richmond’s Edgar Allen Poe Museum
Edgar Allen Poe was born in Boston Massachusetts and died in Baltimore Maryland, but it is in Richmond Virginia where he spent most of his adolescence. It is here where you will find The Poe…
17 Best Travel Quotes to Inspire Wanderlust
While some inspirational quotes can be cliché and cheesy, others can provide little moments of clarity revealing truths, fears, and sometimes undiscovered aspirations. 12 years ago, I began writing down quotes that resonate with me,…
Alexandria Ghost Tour and Pub Crawl: A Review of Nightly Spirits
Alexandria Ghost Tour and Pub Crawl: A review of Nightly Spirits
Sure you can take an ordinary ghost tour of old town Alexandria, or… you can toss a few drinks back, walk down some dark alleys with a woman in a colonial dress, and really have…
Best Gifts for Adventure Travelers That Actually Give Back
Shopping for an adventure traveler this year? We have just the list for you. But wait… We all know that the holidays are a time for giving, so why not celebrate with a present that…
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10 of the Best Street Foods Around the World – as rated by travel bloggers
Sampling street food is an integral part of world travel. These quick and cheap bites provide a glimpse into the authentic culture and culinary history of a country. We've consulted the experts to determine 10 of…