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Tempe: A Great Base to Explore Arizona

Posted 1st February, 2019
By Alex&Bell
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Tempe, Arizona enjoys around 330 days of sunshine a year, more than anywhere else in the country. Its picturesque landscape in the Sonoran Desert is also highlighted by a fantastic southwestern culinary scene. Hayden Butte and Tempe Town Lake offer outdoor activities right in downtown Tempe. You can also take fantastic day trips to Sedona, the Apache Trail, or even closer, to nearby Papago Park and South Mountain Park.

Just 4 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Tempe is easily accessible. A light rail system connects Tempe with the airport and Phoenix, so you don’t even have to rent a car if you don’t want to drive. A winter visit to Arizona makes for an excellent reprieve from cold weather climates.

Posted in Arizona, North America, USA. Tagged Apache Trail, Arizona, couples travel, Culinary Dropout, Detours, Ghost Ranch, House of Tricks, Mission Palms, NCounter, Singh Meadows, Tempe, Tempe Town Lake, travel, USA, USA travel

2 Days in Hershey & Harrisburg, PA

Posted 25th September, 2018
By Alex&Bell
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Milton Hershey founded Hershey’s chocolate company in 1894. Today a town built on chocolate welcomes visitors from around the world to experience a place where streetlights are capped with Hershey kisses. Prior to visiting Hershey, we knew about the amusement park, Hersheypark, but were unfamiliar with other great activities this family destination has to offer.

Here are our recommendations for a 2-day itinerary in Hershey and Harrisburg. This area makes for a convenient weekend getaway from nearby cities like New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, DC (where we live), all of which are under a three-hour drive away.

Posted in North America, Pennsylvania, USA. Tagged Chocolate, Cocoa Kayak, couples travel, Harrisburg, Hershey's, Hotel Indigo, Pennsylvania, travel, Troegs, Trolley Works, USA, USA travel, Vineyard at Hershey

Iconic Things to Do in Chicago

Posted 9th August, 2018
By Alex Kallimanis
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Last updated on February 10th, 2025 at 02:09 pmChicago feels more like New York than any other American destination. It’s the USA’s third largest city and pairs an impressive skyline with a diverse culinary scene. On warm days, the city’s beaches on Lake Michigan give the city a Miami vibe. If you visit Chicago for a…

Posted in Illinois, North America, USA. Tagged architecture tour, beaches, bean, Chicago, couples travel, hotels, Lake Michigan, pizza, travel, USA, USA travel, wanderlust

Fly Cheap: Tips to Travel the World like a Pro

Posted 28th July, 2018
By Alex Kallimanis
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Last updated on February 12th, 2025 at 12:38 amInternational travel can be very expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. Airlines affiliated with credit card companies and banks often give huge sign-up bonuses on travel rewards credit cards. The sign-up bonuses alone are often enough for a very cheap international flight (just the taxes), which…

Posted in North America. Tagged airline miles, credit cards, Plane Tickets, rewards, travel, travel hacks

Little Italy and Chinatown Food Tour in NYC with Ahoy

Posted 10th July, 2018
By Alex&Bell
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New York City is a huge melting pot of cultures, with co-existing communities from all over the world. As various immigrants have moved into the city over the past few centuries, they’ve shaped the culture and cuisine. New York City has fantastic food, but can also be a bipolar city, with many comically overpriced and lousy eateries. Food and history enthusiasts should consider a tour when visiting the Big Apple and Ahoy New York Food Tours offers a great one. Here is what you can expect on their Chinatown and Little Italy Food Fest Tour!