Silver Spring, Maryland: A Locals Guide

Silver Spring, Maryland is a diverse community nestled along the boundary of Northwest Washington, DC. Here are some of the best restaurants, cafes and places to stay in Silver Spring, Maryland!

two photos, one of the market with vendors and the other of a Turkish burek purchased at the market

Coronavirus Travel: USA Road Trip Tips

Last updated on March 30th, 2023 at 10:15 pmPlanning a USA road trip during the coronavirus pandemic and want to travel safer? We recently embarked on multi-week road trip from Washington, DC through West Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee and back through Virginia. After being cooped up for months, we especially enjoyed lively country music…

Alex and Bell in front of the Athena statue inside the Nashville Parthenon

Richmond, Virginia Restaurants Worth Your Visit

Richmond has a wealth to offer visitors from historic sites, a flourishing arts scene and fantastic restaurants. You will discover a culinary scene showcasing the diversity of contemporary southern dining. Here are 5 Richmond, Virginia restaurants ranging from old world elegant to hipster casual that you should visit!

Statue of George Washington. Surrounded by black and white tiles in the Virgina State House

Hotel de la Bretonnerie in Paris Marais

Last updated on March 13th, 2024 at 02:55 pmA treasure trove of elegant highlights make Paris one the world’s most romantic cities. The City of Light earns its nickname for its role in the enlightenment as well as being one of the world’s first cities to adorn its grand boulevards with street lamps. The Marais…

cozy lounge with books and couches at Hotel de la Bretonnerie in the Marais district of Paris

Weekend in LA – The Not so Hollywood Version

Last updated on August 4th, 2024 at 09:28 pmThe walk of Fame, the Hollywood sign, Beverly Hills, these are the spots that jump to many people’s minds when you mention Los Angeles. As locals will tell you, there is a lot more to this city of the stars, that doesn’t actually involve them! On my…

Rugged cliffs and Pacific Ocean with moody clouds