A complete guide of what to do in downtown Chicago! The heart of downtown Chicago is called “The Loop” since the el (the train) makes a square loop around this part of the city. This is the business center of the city filled with skyscrapers and office buildings. This area has a more industrial feel […]
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What to do in Old Town Chicago
A guide of what to do in Chicago’s Old Town – the neighborhood I have lived in for the past six years! Old Town is just two train stops north of downtown/the loop yet it has a neighborhood feel. During the day you will see locals dining at the many restaurants along Wells Street, heading […]
What to do in the West Loop Chicago
A guide of what to do in the West Loop Chicago. This neighborhood is home of many of the city’s best restaurants and it has a lively nightlife. When I moved to Chicago in 2008, I worked in the West Loop. Back then the neighborhood was considered to be somewhat dangerous and some of the […]
What to Do in Brooklyn
My guide of what to do in Brooklyn – it is definitely worth carving out a day of your New York City itinerary to dedicate to exploring Brooklyn. Brooklyn has become a destination in its own right – full of restaurants, shops, museums, and parks to explore. Thirteen years ago when I moved to New […]
What to do in Portsmouth, NH
Portsmouth, New Hampshire is a small coastal city with lots of history. It was settled in 1623 making it one of the country’s oldest cities. In the past few years the city has earned buzz for its restaurants, bars, and boutiques. It’s become one of the cool New England cities where young people want to […]
What to do in Philadelphia
A guide of what to do in Philadelphia including historic sites and the best places to eat. Philadelphia. This city was the first capital of the United States of America as well as the location where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed. It is one of the best places to immerse yourself […]
What to do in Tribeca
A guide of what to do in TriBeCa – this Manhattan neighborhood which is named for being the “Triangle Below Canal Street” is a hub of restaurants, independent boutiques, and impressive architecture. How to get to Tribeca The easiest way to get to Tribeca is to take the subway. The 1, 2, A, C, E, […]
Adventure Travel Destinations to Add to Your Bucket List
There are vacations, and then there are adventures. I like to consider myself more of an adventurer than a leisure traveler. Today I am sharing some of my favorite adventure travel destinations in hopes of inspiring your next trip. I like to be pushed out of my comfort zone, and I love being surrounded by […]
London Neighborhood Guides
These London Neighborhood Guides have all the info you need to plan your trip to London. Being married to a Brit means that I spend a few weeks in London each year. Over the years I have written a series of London neighborhood guides and travel guides and today I am sharing an index so […]
NYC Neighborhood Guides
My collection of NYC Neighborhood Guides and travel guides gives you all the information you need to plan a trip to New York City! I spent two years living in New York City, and now that I live in Chicago I return to NYC about 4 times a year. I have been working on NYC […]