Intro What better way to spend a vacation than to be relaxing on a beautiful beach in St. Thomas in the U.S Virgin Islands (USVI.) I can’t think of a better trip than by the beautiful Caribbean Sea where swimming, snorkeling and breathtaking sunsets are just waiting for you to observe with your own eyes. Whether you’re visiting St. Thomas for relaxation or to get into some water activities, there are plenty of beaches to suit your needs. Here are five St. Thomas beaches and what they offer. 1. Brewers Bay […]

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Time moves no slower here than in Los Angeles or any other major city on the planet. It’s just what you decide to do with your time that determines how fast you perceive time. This is Majuro Atoll in the little visited and very remote Marshall Islands. Here are a few observations and notes from our time in the country: – The Marshall Islands became a country in 1986. – U.S. dollars are the accepted currency – It takes over an hour to drive from one end of the main […]

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A coastal town 30 kilometres (18 miles) south of Barcelona that is a 40-minute train ride from central Barcelona. Sitges has it all: history, culture, architecture, shopping, bars and restaurants and beaches.           The origins of Sitges are that of a fishing village and wine trading port. The town has been much favoured by artists, the bohemian crowd and has developed a large LBGT community. Since the 1800s Sitges has been known as a tourist getaway with much more than just beaches. Why Visit Sitges? Festivals: […]

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Vic (aka Vich) is a fantastic train accessible tourist day trip from Barcelona being a compact town with a historic walled centre that retains most of it’s medieval buildings and street layout. Vic, the capital of the Osona county, can be found 69 kilometres (42 miles) inland in a large mountain surrounded plain halfway between Barcelona and the Pyrenees.               Vic has a good collection of museums and monuments that cover diverse subjects and easily fill a whole day of tourism. The construction of […]

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Bergen is the perfect Norwegian weekend travel destination whether you are looking to visit in summer or winter. Cruise ship visitors might have a fast in and out trip, but for the independent visitor what are the top 5 things to make sure you do over the course of a weekend? Bryggen First off is the very photogenic traditional Hanseatic Wharf area Bryggen where you can wander around many wooden built buildings. Whether you want to shop for Christmas decorations in the (claimed to be…) largest Christmas store in the […]

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Why go to Gothenburg in 2024? Here’s 7 new reasons to visit the world’s most sustainable destination. With Christmas in the rear, we’re sending you off into the new year with our very best wishes, and a list of the top 7 major reasons to visit Gothenburg, Sweden, in 2024. In addition, there’s a selection of new restaurants, bars, and shops to discover in Sweden’s second city situated on the country’s west coast. Gothenburg is ranked one of the world’s 100 best cities in 2023* (the only non-capital in the […]

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Every city has its own flavor and certain places make it immediately recognizable to the world.  From the Empire State Building in New York City to the Space Needle in Seattle, these are the quintessential sites that every tourist must visit. Here are the most famous spots in the motor city that will immerse you in the spiciness of  Detroit. An absolute gem of Detroit is a 982-acre state-owned island park sitting in the Detroit River and accessible by the historic 2,193-foot MacArthur Bridge built in 1923 with its nineteen […]

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Situated in the middle of San Antonio and Austin, New Braunfels is a hidden gem of a city. Each year, given its attractions (and proximity to those major cities), it attracts an increasing number of tourists and residents. I have visited New Braunfels many times over the last 15 years, so I’ve had the opportunity to see its rapid growth from a small town into one of the best cities to visit in Texas. Its roots trace back to 1845 when German settlers founded it, and a significant part of […]

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Island of Hawaiʻi (December, 2023) — As 2023 comes to an end, the island of Hawai‘i is preparing for exciting events, activities and happenings in the new year filled with fresh beginnings and breathtaking adventures. New and exciting offerings travelers can look forward to in 2024 include immersive tasting tours, café openings, tennis matches, lū‘au and more. Read on to learn more about what travelers can add to their island of Hawai‘i itinerary in the coming year. ACTIVITIES On November 12, the County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation, […]

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All the holly jolly holiday things you can do in Pasadena before the Rose Parade Pasadena, California (Dec 1, 2023) – This holiday season, gather with friends and family in Pasadena, a sophisticated yet casual winter retreat filled with merry activities and nonstop holiday joy across town. From holiday spectaculars to shopping festivities, ornate tree lightings to classic holiday family adventures, the holiday spirit jingles all the way in Pasadena. Holiday Shows at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium The Pasadena Civic Auditorium (300 E. Green Street), one of the most revered […]

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Lower Town Arts District in Paducah, Kentucky Paducah’s oldest neighborhood, Lower Town Arts District is famous for the award-winning Artist Relocation Program that prompted its colorful revitalization, which continues today with the Paducah School of Art & Design. The arts district is populated with working artists, students and artists-in-residence who add to the city’s vibrant artistic landscape. The work of Paducah’s resident artists can be viewed and purchased at various art galleries and collectives throughout the city including the Art Guild of Paducah, Yeiser Art Center and Bricolage Art Collective. […]

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Julie Stevens is a published travel writer, blogger, photographer, and YouTube host with an extensive background in the performing arts. She started modeling at 13 and landed her first talent agent at 18. She was on stage at the age of seven in her first dance recital. Later, she pursued a 12-month course in Method acting at Lee Strasberg’s Acting School. Julie graciously spared some time amid her hectic filming schedule to answer my questions about her multifaceted career journey, what traveling means to her, and how it has personally […]

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Growing up, Gretchen Upshaw had a fascination with the paranormal. In 2014, she took a ghost tour on her trip to New Orleans and realized that being a ghost tour guide was her next course in life. When she went back home to Austin, she announced to her friends that she was going to leave her job as an Executive Director for a culinary school, move to New Orleans, and become a ghost tour guide, which she did about 6 months later. Two months into her stint as a tour […]

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Cheyenne, WY, a booming capital city and icon in the American West announces its 2023 calendar of events. This year, the lineup includes the return of several beloved annual festivals, culinary celebrations, and the world’s largest outdoor rodeo and western celebration, Cheyenne Frontier Days, ideal for visitors and locals of all ages. Located approximately 90 minutes north of Denver, the “Magic City of the Plains” beckons travelers to saddle-up for a destination that combines tremendous history and modern appeal with western swagger. Cheyenne Restaurant Week, April 2-8 Classic, quirky and […]

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Photo courtesy of Yucatan’s Ministry of Tourism. Mérida, Yucatán, January, 2023.- Looking to escape extreme weather this winter? With an average temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit, the state of Yucatán offers the ideal climate for holiday season seaside vacations. Yucatán’s pristine beaches have been awarded “Platinum Beach” by the Mexican Institute for Standardization and Certification, joining the select list of the best strands in the country. The state’s almost 250 miles of beaches are not only ideal getaways but also stunning gateways to unique settings like jungle environments, picturesque towns, […]

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