A 5 Day Paris Itinerary: Croissants, Museums, and Hidden Cafés
My Paris Travel Diary For my 35th birthday, my wife and I decided to step away from Baltimore for a few days and escape to Paris. Honestly, I’m still floating…
Exploring the Unique Wonders of São Miguel Island
We landed on São Miguel, the biggest of all the islands in the Azores and immediately headed for Plantação Ananases A Arruda, a pineapple plantation. One of the things São…
Shenandoah National Park: Scenic Drive with Can’t-Miss Hikes & More
My wife and I have driven the entire length of Shenandoah National Park a handful of times now—every curve, every overlook, every foggy sunrise—and I keep coming back to one…
Ultimate Guide to Long Beach Island, The Ideal Summer Escape
Over the past few years, my wife and I have made Long Beach Island in New Jersey our regular weekend getaway. It’s quickly become one of our favorite summer destinations.…
Island Hopping in the Azores: Exploring Pico, Faial, & Terceira
There’s something magical about the Azores. You’re surrounded by the Atlantic. You hop from one volcanic island to the next. Breathe in ocean air. Sip local wine as the sun…
Porto, Portugal: Four Days of Tiles, Tarts, and Tawny Port
Painted Tiles and a Porto Sunset: The Perfect First Day After a few days in the Azores, my wife and I landed in Porto and immediately made the only logical…
Shenandoah National Park Weekend Itinerary (Postcard Cabins in Basye, VA + Skyline Drive + Food Stops)
Planning a Shenandoah Weekend Getaway If you’re planning a trip to Shenandoah, I’ve already put together a full guide with hikes, overlooks, and tips you can use alongside this itinerary…
3 Days on Tilghman Island: My Perfect Wylder Hotel Getaway
If you’re anything like me, sometimes you just need a weekend that feels like a reset—good food, water views, slower mornings, and no real pressure to do anything. That’s exactly…
Where to Eat in Chicago: Best Restaurants, Coffee Shops & Must-Try Food
Looking for the best places to eat in Chicago?This guide covers top restaurants, coffee shops, casual eats, and must-try dishes based on real visits—not just hype. If you love planning…
Food Lovers’ Guide to The Best Eats in Williamsburg, VA
Williamsburg, Virginia has way more going on than colonial history, it’s one of the easiest weekend getaways in Virginia, combining historic attractions, great food, walkable downtown areas, and nearby outdoor…
Where I Eat Every Time I’m in San Antonio, Texas (A Repeat Visitor’s Food Guide)
Work sends me to San Antonio, TX once or twice a year, and over time I’ve built a list of restaurants I genuinely look forward to every single trip. These…
Where to Eat in St. Louis, MO: A Weekend Food Guide
St. Louis doesn’t always get mentioned in the same breath as bigger food cities—but it should. After a few days eating around different neighborhoods, what stood out was how consistent…