Boston, Massachusetts is one of the oldest cities in the United States. The Puritans first settled here in 1630 seeking to practice what they regarded as a purer Protestant faith. A century later, events such as the Boston Massacre and Boston Tea Party led to the American Revolution against the British Crown. Paul Revere’s famous […]
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Unique Things to Do in Riga in Autumn
Autumn is a glorious time to visit Riga, Latvia. Golden leaves bedazzle the old city, which by this time has shed some of the flag-wielding tour groups and stag parties that clog the narrow alleys in summer. Early in the season, the weather is still fine enough to sip cider on sidewalk patios, albeit with a […]
Things to Do in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains
Cruising the Blue Ridge Parkway should be on every traveler’s wish list. The road winds through the Blue Ridge Mountains in southwestern Virginia, offering breathtaking vistas at nearly every turn. Autumn is an especially good time to visit, as foliage blankets the mountainside in vivid shades of yellow and orange. The valley below is dotted […]
A Weekend Guide to Tartu, Estonia
Tartu, Estonia is a hidden gem of Northern Europe. Located two and a half hours southeast of Tallinn, this university town is often overlooked by tourists. But there are tons of fun things to do in Tartu! The Estonian National Museum is worth the drive alone, as it showcases the best of the country’s rich […]
Kutna Hora and its Church of Bones
With a full week to spend in Prague, I had plenty of time for a day trip to see more of the Czech Republic. My destination of choice was the Kutna Hora Bone Church, an unusual attraction famous for its skeletal decorations. Creepy as it might sound, I found the macabre display to be surprisingly […]
How to Have Fun Almost Anywhere
When I started this blog, one of my hopes was to show a few naysayers that I was capable of living beyond the comforts of North America and Europe. From the wilds of the Cambodian jungle to the crowded Beijing metro, I have tried to make the most of every experience and tackle every challenge […]
A Perfect Fall Day in Bennington, Vermont
For a small shire town, Bennington, Vermont is packed with interesting things to do. This is thanks in part to its storied past. Founded in 1749, Bennington was the first town in what would eventually become the State of Vermont. (Hence the town slogan, “Vermont Begins Here!”) At the time, however, America was a set […]