PLACES Explore the Best in the Midwest: City Museum in St. Louis Whimsical World of Fun (For All Ages—Kind Of) Posted on September 20, 2024December 17, 2024 The City Museum in St. Louis is unlike any other museum I’ve ever seen. It is housed in a former shoe factory. And now it’s part playground, part funhouse, and part art gallery. While it’s designed for kids and adults alike, I’ll be honest: if you’re a full-grown adult—especially a… Read more
PLACES Love Land Museum & Other Things to do on South Korea’s Jeju Island Posted on August 24, 2024November 23, 2024 Jeju is a volcanic island, sometimes referred to as the “Hawaii” of Korea. I’m not so sure I’d go that far having visited Hawaii, but it’s a nice break from the mainland. And oh yeah, it’s also the place to go see giant erotic sculptures and a sex-themed amusement park too. Read more
PLACES Quick Stop in Barcelona: What You Should Do Posted on July 28, 2024August 10, 2024 Surviving a Stolen Passport in Barcelona “Is there someplace nearby that serves good food?” I asked the front desk attendant. “Yes, two blocks down. The carne y huevos are the best in the city,” he replied. It was 6 p.m., but we often eat breakfast for dinner at home. The… Read more
TRAVEL EXPERIENCES A Gen Z Guide to Italy’s Famous Italian Artists Posted on June 27, 2024October 13, 2024 Italy’s Renaissance, a beacon of artistic and cultural innovation, continues to draw travelers with its timeless allure. This blog embarks on a trail through Italy’s cities and towns, each a canvas showcasing the genius of Renaissance art. From the Uffizi Gallery in Florence to the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, we explore the masterpieces and hidden gems that embody Italy’s rich artistic legacy. Discover the stories of Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael, and see how their work continues to inspire and captivate those who wander through Italy in search of beauty. Read more
PLACES Your Perfect Day In Busan: A Guide To 8 Remarkable Experiences in Korea Posted on September 23, 2023December 11, 2024 Unforgettable day trip with stunning views, cultural immersion, charming beaches, and beautiful cafes in Busan, South Korea’s coastal city. Read more
PLACES Legacy Museum & National Memorial for Peace and Justice Posted on June 28, 2018May 21, 2024 Today’s climate was the perfect political backdrop for a side trip to Montgomery, Alabama. The Legacy Museum and National Memorial for Peace and Justice is a central location for the infamous African slave trade in America. Sometimes travel experiences hurt. Sometimes they are very uncomfortable. And sometimes they make you… Read more
PLACES How to Visit Ground Zero During a Long Layover in NYC Posted on November 9, 2017November 17, 2024 It’s 1pm and the sun is high and very hot. There is a cool breeze under the rustling trees that provide a little relief from the scorching sun. It’s reverently quiet, although kids are at play, friends are talking and eating lunch together and visitors rub their hands over the names inscribed into the Ground Zero memorial, trying to visualize the chaos and carnage of that autumn day almost 16 years ago last month. Read more
PLACES Yangnyeongsi Oriental Medicine Museum in Daegu Posted on April 19, 2017July 26, 2024 I’ve had cut through the courtyard of the Daegu Yangnyeongsi Museum of Oriental Medicine many times in the past two years. But I had never even thought about venturing past the love locks that adorn a metal teapot at the entrance until today. And I was pleasantly surprised that the… Read more