Florence is one of the most popular destinations in the world, and for good reason. Once ruled by the powerful and absurdly wealthy Medici family, Florence is known for being the birthplace of the Renaissance. This artistic revolution helped pull Europe out of the Dark Ages. Art lovers will want at least three days in […]
Parks and Gardens
Kew Gardens Day Trip: A Beautiful London Escape
While technically still within London’s city limits, Kew Gardens feels a world away. The vast park is nestled in the leafy Richmond suburb along a southwest bend of the River Thames. Thanks to convenient train access, a Kew Gardens day trip is an easy and relaxing way to escape the hustle and bustle of Central […]
Pompeii vs Herculaneum – Which Is Better?
Pompeii vs Herculaneum? This is the question that popped up when I was planning my trip to Naples. Which ancient city is the best to visit? Of the places destroyed by Vesuvius, Pompeii is by far the most famous. The site is much larger, has plaster casts of the victims on display, and some steamy […]
How to Spend One Day in Grand Teton National Park
Most visitors to Wyoming make a beeline for Yellowstone National Park, the state’s star attraction. But Grand Teton National park is just 10 miles south of Yellowstone and should not be overlooked. If you fly into Jackson Hole airport, you will actually land within the park’s boundaries. The descent past the Teton mountain range will […]
3 Days in Yellowstone – An Amazing Adventure
Yellowstone is the USA’s first national park and arguably its best. The 2.2 million acre park sits on top of a volcano, resulting in an extremely varied geothermal landscape. Although the last major eruption was over 600,000 years ago, the volcano is still very active. The pressure and heat that build up underground are released […]