2018 was a trying year, both personally and professionally, that caused a lot of stress and anxiety. When I feel this way, the best way …
2018 Travel Recap
United States
How to Experience NOLA Mardi Gras, Without Actually Going to Mardi Gras
I have always wanted to visit New Orleans. There is this sense of magic and intrigue that surrounded the city and I wanted to experience …
Letting the Good Times Roll in New Orleans
When I moved to the South, I had a list of places I wanted to visit, and naturally New Orleans was on the top of …
Searching for Alligators at Honey Island Swamp
Before my trip to New Orleans, I had seen wild alligators twice in my life – once at Hilton Head Island and once in Charleston, …
A Relaxing Spa Weekend…in Arkansas?!
I’ll be honest – Arkansas has never been at the top of my must-visit list. Sure, I’ve seen pictures of the rich green Ozark Mountains, …
The Colors of Charleston
I have a terrible habit of falling in love with every city I visit. I think it’s because I grew up in a small mountain …
Swimming with Manatees in Florida
Manatees. Sea Cows. The ocean’s gentle giants. No matter what you call them, they are magnificent creatures. I have been fascinated by manatees for so …
An Afternoon at Niagara Falls
On my first trip to the state of New York, I somehow managed to miss the main attraction – New York City – but since …