I’ve often read that Paris is overrated and not worth much time. I disagree, but I will add the caveat that it is important to have reasonable expectations. Paris is not always clean and perfect, Parisian waiters can be rude, and the top sights will be packed with other tourists. However, Paris is a wonderful …
One of the easiest national parks in the United States to visit is a park that doesn’t feel like a national park. Typically, we think of mountains and forests and epic nature, but that’s not what you’ll find at Gateway Arch National Park. St. Louis’s Arch is a symbol of the city and a must …
The United States East Coast has a lot to offer, and with a short vacation it’s impossible to see it all. Still, with only a little time, my mom and I crammed in as much as we possibly could in just ten days (not counting travel days). And it was a lot! We visited three …
Most visits to Asheville, North Carolina wouldn’t be complete without touring the Biltmore Estate. This estate is massive and a highlight is touring its over the top mansion. In this post, I’ll cover everything you need to know about planning your trip, plus give you my best tips for visiting the Biltmore Estate. About the …
Shenandoah National Park is long and skinny, but still takes up over 300 square miles. There’s a lot of hiking you can do in this park, but for those on limited time, you need to be ready to pick and choose. During an East Coast Road Trip, my mom and I had originally planned to …
The city of Omaha sits in the heart of the Midwest and can be easy to overlook. I hadn’t thought much about visiting Omaha until I went on a road trip to Kansas for my mom’s birthday. To break up the drive, we spent two nights in Council Bluffs, Iowa, but day tripped into Omaha …
Monticello is Thomas Jefferson’s plantation and a visit here provides an incredible insight into United States history. Monticello is located in the mountains of Virginia and its location is definitely one of the highlights of your visit. Despite the beautiful scenery, it’s important to remember that Thomas Jefferson was a slave owner and that hundreds …
Charleston, South Carolina is a wonderful historic city with a lot to offer. You could easily spend a few days here exploring the city and still find new things to keep you busy. There’s historic forts, great museums, colorful architecture, shopping, and so much more. At a minimum, I’d recommend giving Charleston at least one …
Savannah is a gorgeous city that sits right on the Atlantic coast of Georgia. It’s home to the Savannah College of Art and Design, more great restaurants than you can count, and so many different and fun things to keep you entertained. If you love history or art, you could spend days touring this city. …
Newport, Rhode Island is a charming town with shopping, beautiful ocean views, and great food. But the real draw to this city is its famous mansions. The Preservation Society of Newport works hard to preserve the mansions of the former wealthy residents of Newport. Owing to its idyllic location on the Atlantic Ocean, many prominent …
