The Historical Charm of Alexandria Virginia

The Historical Charm of Alexandria Virginia

A mere ten miles separates the political juggernaut of Washington DC and the picturesque historical town of Alexandria Virginia. If you are visiting DC, it’s certainly worth organizing a day trip out to Alexandria to bask in the exquisitely-preserved 18th and 19th century architecture and 

Washington DC: Eat like a local

Washington DC: Eat like a local

As much as Washington DC is famous for political drama and historical attractions, the city should also be known for an exciting culinary scene that offers a wide range of cuisines to entice every palate. Even though fancier restaurants often make the news because they’re 

DC’s Political Power Hub: Plan Your Visit

DC’s Political Power Hub: Plan Your Visit

We first explored fascinating museums, historical monuments and gorgeous spring blooms around the Tidal Basin, now we will head towards the center of political power in DC. There is a glimmer of hope with people getting vaccinated around the world for this pandemic to be 

Spring into DC

Spring into DC

Washington DC has been in the news these past few months for political events, but politics aside, the US capital city is teeming with beauty, history, architectural wonder, and pulsating energy. Why visit Washington DC? Easy, it’s simply the most exciting city in the United 

Napa Valley – More than Great Wine

Napa Valley – More than Great Wine

Fall is the perfect time to visit one of the prettiest places on earth – Napa Valley. The weather is beautifully mild, the leaves are changing colors to gorgeous shades of red and gold, and wineries are celebrating harvest season with parties and events. There’s 

Eat, Drink & Be Merry in Sacramento

Eat, Drink & Be Merry in Sacramento

  There’s something special about Sacramento. Sure it doesn’t have the glamorous movie stars of Los Angeles or the “foggy East-Coast meets West-Coast charm” of San Francisco, but don’t discount Sacramento just yet! As the oldest incorporated city in California, Sacramento has retained its bygone 

Finding Italy in California: Giardino Restaurant in Westlake Village

Finding Italy in California: Giardino Restaurant in Westlake Village

Westlake Village is a quiet and wealthy suburb in Ventura County and not the typical place one travels to unless you have friends or family to visit. All this is about to change because I’m going to give you the best reason to make that drive (other 

Get Magically Lost in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Get Magically Lost in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

  A few years ago, my friend Jo and I were invited to our friend’s wedding in Orlando. Brie and her husband are huge fans of Disney and Harry Potter, and Orlando is the ultimate playground for the young and young-at-heart. It was the start 

Five Delectable Farmers Markets around the World

Five Delectable Farmers Markets around the World

When I travel, one of the first things I research is where I can find good local restaurants and farmers markets. One of the best ways to really get to know a country is to taste their local fare and regional produce, and the best 

Magically Montréal

Magically Montréal

Walking down the streets of Old Montréal, I had the Beauty & the Beast soundtrack playing in my head. People were saying “Bonjour” to one another as they walk on cobblestone streets past gorgeous old stone buildings. It was almost exactly like the Disney cartoon’s