Castillo de San Marcos in St. Augustine, Florida
Florida boasts unique history. This post contains affiliate links. For more information, click here. It was the first mainland area settled by Europeans,…
A Day on Cozumel: tasting Mayan culture through chocolate, tequila, and Melipona honey
The surf splashed up in jagged clouds of white as it pounded the black shoreline. Birds soared above. I tried to keep…
Cooking Class on Jamaica
Flames rose from the old black metal drum grill. Herbs and spices melded together in a rich and zesty aroma. The beautiful…
Half Moon Cay — Holland America’s Private Island in The Bahamas
I stood shoulder-deep in the cool turquoise water and could see clear to my bare feet on the soft sand. The glowing…
How to Survive the CoViD Safety Theater before your Cruise
I’d never imagined being so stressed-out getting ready for a Caribbean cruise. But then, a lot of things have happened over these…
10 Things to Do in Las Vegas
“Dean Martin” drank my martini. This post contains affiliate links. For more information, click here. Okay, he wasn’t really Dean Martin; he was…
Boston Rated Best Sports City in America
My skin almost sizzled under the summer sun. But no matter, I was at a Red Sox game, with my aunt and…
10 Best U.S. Cities for Winter Travel
Winter travel offers a much-needed escape–whether from holiday stress, short drab days, or two long years to flatten the curve. If you’re…
Van Gogh: the Immersive Experience in Washington, D.C.
I lifted my feet and straightened my legs, like a little girl on a swing in a park. In reality, I was…
Corning Museum of Glass in New York — where art meets science across 3,500 years of history
For more than 35 centuries, glass has captivated the imagination with its beauty, utility, and mystery. This post contains affiliate links. For…
Rockwell Museum — a Smithsonian Affiliate in Corning, New York
Few things intrigue the American imagination like the Old West. In the story of taming the land, we see the story of…
3 Ways to Enjoy Niagara Falls in New York
Have you ever wondered why the spray of rushing water on your face feels so good? It might be the negative ions. …