I drove to Dorrington for scrambled eggs and got a full tour of an 1880s hotel out of it, plus a look inside A-frame cottages you can’t book online yet. What’s not to like?
Three miles, 95 degrees, one evening in downtown Salt Lake City. What I found: a 1909 train station with a second act, a chocolate case worth a return trip, and the best-informed tour guide I’ve walked behind.
Looking for a hotel near Heathrow that doesn’t feel like an airport hotel? I spent a night at Taplow House Hotel & Spa, a beautiful Georgian manor in Buckinghamshire. Here’s what I loved, what surprised me, and whether I’d stay again.
If you spend any time in Hollywood, you know the parking situation is designed to financially ruin you. But the Max Factor Hollywood Museum, housed in an original Art Deco building on Hollywood Boulevard, is worth every penny of the $15 admission fee. Here’s what you’ll actually find there.
A one-night stop in Marshfield, Missouri turned into the most meaningful part of my trip. Ancestry clues, rolling green hills, cemetery sleuthing, and dinner at Grillo’s Cafe.
An honest Queensberry Hotel Bath review, including Room 31, service, and location. Is this historic boutique hotel worth it?
Visiting Barcelona for the first time? Here’s my honest three day Barcelona itinerary with Gaudí sights, the Gothic Quarter, great food, and what surprised me most.
Union Square is sparkling again for Christmas 2025. See the tree, ice rink, Macy’s windows, the best shopping, and nearby hotel tips.
See the best of Paris in five days without rushing. From Monet’s water lilies to sunset at Montmartre, this Paris itinerary balances art, cafés, and magic…perfect for first-time or solo travelers.
Planning a trip to Paris and feeling overwhelmed? Here’s what actually matters, what doesn’t, and how to plan a relaxed first visit without overthinking every detail.
Planning a Heathrow layover? This charming Windsor stay just 20 minutes from the airport gave me one last adventure, and a good night’s sleep.
Downtown San Jose might not scream “bucket list,” but don’t write it off just yet. With the Super Bowl happening nearby and light rail making Levi’s Stadium an easy ride away, this under-the-radar city suddenly makes a lot of sense. From theaters and museums to quirky restaurants and walkable pockets of charm, downtown San Jose has more going on than you might expect, especially if you know where to look.