A fall getaway in Virginia
A few days before celebrating my first Halloween in the United States, I went on a weekend getaway to Virginia with three other friends. We spent that couple of days enjoying walks in the middle of nature in Shenandoah National Park, cozying up in our wooden cabin and soaking up all things autumn including pumpkins and colorful leaves.
A day-trip to Annapolis
Looking for a great getaway from Washington DC? Located just 40 minutes away from the Nation's Capital, Annapolis is the perfect day trip. Known for being a small coastal city housing the US Naval Academy, it is also the capital of Maryland. If you're looking for things to do in Annapolis on a day, keep on reading.
What to do in Chicago in a weekend
I just spent a weekend in Chicago with some friends. Known as the Windy City, it is one of the most populated cities in the United States. Located at the southwestern tip of massive Lake Michigan in the state of Illinois, Chicago is the financial capital of the Midwest. Famous for its groundbreaking architecture as well as its cultural and educational institutions, it is also home to President Obama. Learn more about what to do in Chicago in a weekend by following my detailed itinerary!
Rediscovering DC & Alexandria
After quite an intense summer filled with family and friends' visits, the high season is coming to an end. Hence, it's time to do a recap of all the new locations I've discovered (or rediscovered) in Washington DC and nearby Alexandria during this time.
Family road trip (V): exploring Amish territory + Philadelphia
The last leg of our summer road trip took us to Pennsylvania, where we explored the Amish county of Lancaster as well as Philadelphia. Check out our itinerary below!
Family road trip (III): Niagara Falls
Family road trip (II): Boston
After spending a few days in New York and Long Island, it was time to explore Boston. Known as the capital of the state of Massachusetts, this was one of my favorite stops of the entire summer road trip. Founded at the mouth of the Charles River and with a population of about 600,000 inhabitants, the city has played a fundamental role in the history and culture of the United States, being the birthplace of the well-known Kennedy. Interested in discovering what to see and where to eat in Boston?
Family road trip (I): New York + Long Island
Second round in NYC
This was my second time in New York with friends. Follow along for the spots you can't miss in the city that never sleeps and tips on where to eat.
My first time in New York
Everybody has seen New York City (NYC) in the movies but getting to explore it in real life is another story. I spent this weekend in the city that never sleeps and I loved this US bustling metropolis. Keep on reading to find out what to visit while you're in NYC.
