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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

Romantic Things to do in Washington, DC

Posted 16th September, 2018
By Alex Kallimanis
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Washington, DC is not typically thought of as a romantic getaway destination, but the city offers many lovely spots for weddings, honeymoons and romantic getaways. The cherry blossoms are particularly idyllic, which draws many thousands of visitors. We lived in Washington, DC for three and a half years, which gave us the opportunity to know the area well. Here are great ideas for Washington, DC romance, some of which are hidden gems!

Posted in North America, USA, Washington, DC. Tagged American grills, Arts Club, bike rental, couples travel, French restaurants, magic show, picnics, restaurant recommendations, Romance, rooftop bar, USA, USA travel, Washington DC

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

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!

Posted in New York, North America, USA. Tagged ahoy, Alleva, Chinatown, Di Palo's, Ferrara Bakery, food tour, Little Italy, NYC, Piemonte, Tasty Dumpling, travel, USA, USA travel

10 Great Things to Do in Milwaukee

Posted 28th June, 2018
By Alex Kallimanis
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Milwaukee rests 90 miles north of Chicago. Wisconsin’s largest city offers picturesque views of Lake Michigan and a hopping brew scene. Many German immigrants settled in Milwaukee in the mid 1800’s and the city reflects much of their influence. Milwaukee has been home to several of the nations biggest breweries throughout its history, earning the nickname “Brew City.”

I took a 90 minute Amtrak train from Chicago to Milwaukee to explore the city. I left impressed with the Milwaukee’s architecture, food and how friendly its residents are. Here’s 10 great things to do in Milwaukee!