Every November, we try to slow down and appreciate the little things more. We remember how grateful we are for our loved ones, the opportunities we’ve been given, the adventures we’ve had. We’re grateful for the places we’re from, and all of the places we’ve been. For us living in Pittsburgh and those just stopping…
Category: Cities + Places
Everything I Ever Needed to Know I Learned from Growing Up in Pittsburgh
I’m sure the headline of this article might trigger a few raised eyebrows, so I’ll cut right to the chase: I grew up 30 miles east of Pittsburgh in a town called Greensburg, PA. Growing up like many teenagers in small town America, I couldn’t wait to get to the big city and leave the…
8 Fun Fall Fitness Activities in Pittsburgh
For all of my Pittsburgh friends out there, here are some of my favorite fall fitness activities in the Steel City as included in a guest blog I wrote for Visit Pittsburgh: http://bit.ly/2eAfQO5 Take a Hike! One of the best things about fall are the cooler temperatures perfect for spending time in the great outdoors. While…
10 Pittsburgh Summer Date Night Ideas
Pittsburgh is a city that is not just easy to fall in love with, but just as easy to fall in love in. Here are some of my favorite date night activities in the Steel City as included in a guest blog I wrote for Visit Pittsburgh: http://bit.ly/2aJ7FC2 Take in Some Tunes Summer is the season…
Top 11 Things to Do in Sydney, Australia
Many of you already know I hold a special spot in my heart for the Land Down Under. It’s been nearly seven years since I was last able to take in the Opera House and Harbour Bridge in front of my eyes, but I still remember it like it was yesterday. After living in Sydney for…
7 Things to Do in New Orleans, LA
New Orleans is one of my favorite U.S. cities. You can feel the soul and heart of the city hit you as soon as you land in the Big Easy. My favorite memories of being in New Orleans are of merely walking around the city and taking in the sights – most of which are…
Southeastern USA in Photos
Here are some of my favorite shots from a two-week trip driving across the southern United States earlier this fall. More on my favorite pit-stops and sights on the trek to come!
9 Things to Do in Washington, DC
During the eight years I lived in DC, I watched the city change drastically. Here are a few of my favorite spots I found over the years in the nation’s capital: 1. Gypsy Sally’s Located in Georgetown on K St, Gypsy Sally’s is one of my favorite live music venues in the city and favorite places to…
7 Places to Go in Nashville, TN
This summer, my two best friends and I took a weekend getaway to Music City – Nashville, Tennessee. Nashville is a popular destination for bachelorette parties, country music enthusiasts and everyone in between. Below are some highlights from how we spent our weekend. We could have easily stayed longer than a weekend and are already…
5 Fall Getaway Ideas
Last fall while I was living in DC, I was eager to take a weekend getaway. We decided to make a fall-themed excursion, taking in some apple picking and vineyard visiting around the northern Virginia and Harper’s Ferry, West Virginia areas. Here are a few highlights from our trip: 1. Crooked Run Orchard – Purcellville, Virginia We…
