This past weekend a friend of mine visited New York City and having never been here before, he wanted to see as much as possible. We only had three days though. Many times travelers only have a short amount of time in a city. We see the highlights and move …
While I love traveling the world, sometimes I miss the little things that make America unique and special. It’s not that I want to move back to America. I still love moving around the world and experiencing new …
In 1871, most of Chicago burnt down. The summer had been really dry and the city’s wooden houses, built closely together, were a matchbox waiting to be lit. There had been small fires all summer and …
New York City can take a big bit out of your budget. It’s notorious for being an expensive place to visit, even if you try to stay in hostels and “do local things.” Most tourists who …
During my visits back to the U.S., I always try to take a trip down to New York City. Only four hours from Boston, New York is great for many reasons. Many of my friends live there so it is a good chance to catch up, there is always good …
Last week I was in Washington D.C. to visit the city, meet a few bloggers, and go to the wedding of a friend. I’ve been to Washington D.C. many times and I really love the city. There are people from all over the world, making the city very …
Today is Thanksgiving in the United States and American families everywhere are coming together to celebrate the harvest, family, country, and all the good that happened over the past year. Today, we eat, drink ,and be merry. We …
Today’s October 31st and it’s Halloween, one of my favorite holidays of the year. Around the globe (mostly in North America and Europe), children are going door to door trick or treating and adults get ready for a party or two. It’s …
We’ve all heard the alarming statistic- only 15% of Americans own a passport. (Update: That number is about 21% now) That number is now rising but only because Americans are required to show a passport when …
With the United States election less than a month away, it’s important that all Americans, home and abroad, cast their ballot. This year’s election is vital to the future of our country. There are many problems facing …
