When I learned that the Ice Castles were opening up a new East Coast location in Upstate New York a few years ago, I immediately began planning a trip. I mean, with thousands of icicles that are hand-placed by professional ice artists to form tunnels, sculptures, slides, caves, and fountains, and then lit by LED …
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Located three hours from Los Angeles at the junction of the Colorado and Mojave Deserts, Joshua Tree, California is a haven for those who love art and the outdoors. And despite what you may have heard, this little desert town has so much to more offer beyond its National Park. It’s vibrant, thriving, weird in …
Baltimore City may get a bad rap sometimes, but I’m here to assure you that Charm City does indeed live up to its nickname. So if you’ve ever been talked out of visiting by naysayers and wet blankets, defy them and go experience a day here for yourself. This Maryland city is packed with fun …
One of our favorite ways to explore new cities is to pick a neighborhood and take ourselves on a walking tour. With 50+ vibrant murals adorning residential buildings and walkable streets dotted with old-growth trees, Lodhi Art District in New Delhi, India is the perfect area to spend an afternoon doing just that. We rounded up our favorite street art from the area below, in hopes to convince you to position Lodhi Colony high on your New Delhi bucket list.
Beijing is a magical place brimming with both culture and history. I had the opportunity to explore this corner of China this June and although my visit was short (and sweet), it was packed with opportunities for learning about ancient Chinese history and immersing myself in modern Chinese culture. The city is way too massive …
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After significant research and careful weighing of the pros and cons of each of Goa’s many beaches, we decided to continue our Indian holiday with a visit to Anjuna Beach, Goa. With red rock cliffs bordering white sand and black rocky beaches, Anjuna’s landscape is both unusual and breathtaking. Add in lush palm trees and …
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We visited New Delhi over Aleah’s spring break. Temperatures were high, but braving the heat was absolutely worth it because New Delhi’s ancient architecture simply blew us away. Below are the highlights from our four days in the city. -Day 1- -Make a trip to Agrasen ki Baoli, a step well thought to be originally …
Mexico City is vast and sprawling, and hosts 8.85 million residents in a 570 square mile metropolis. This beautiful, bustling city has endless night life, food, and art to discover, in addition to one of the largest city parks in the western hemisphere, Bosque de Chapultepec. From the street tacos to little sidewalk cafes, you …
The beautiful attraction that is Grutas Tolantongo is without a doubt Mexico’s best kept secret. This quasi-resort was built by Mexicans, for Mexicans and must be seen to be believed. Grutas Tolantongo is nestled in a remote box canyon three and half hours north of Mexico City, and offers both amenities and authenticity. This destination …
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The beautiful, bustling city of Montreal is the most populated city in the Québec province and second most populated in all of Canada, after Toronto. This city is packed with bars, restaurants, shops, street art, endless sights to be seen, and even an underground tunnel system. Montreal is both lively and fun, so you are …