There is no greater joy than sitting for hours on end plotting out what you are going to do on a trip. No? Just me? If you're not a natural planner or don't travel too often, and preparing yourself for a trip is proving to be more of a stress than a joy, here are... Continue Reading →
City Guide: Atlanta
In the heart of the southeastern United States lies the bustling city of Atlanta, capitol of the state of Georgia and home of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport a.k.a. the busiest airport in the world. But if you're not just in Atlanta for a quick layover at ol' Hartsfield-Jackson, this city has so much more to... Continue Reading →
Step Inside Tennessee’s Most Haunted Bar (If You Dare)
Being the paranormal fanatic that I am, the juke joint Earnestine & Hazel's was top of the list for me in my preparations to visit Memphis, Tennessee. I had caught a glimpse of it on a paranormal TV show and knew I had to pay a visit. I like to visit haunted bars when I travel,... Continue Reading →
Around the World in Beers: Memphis
Continuing my beer tour of western Tennessee (check out my other post on Nashville beers), here are the local craft beers that I tried in Memphis! Ghost River Brewing Company After a headache of a bus ride from Nashville to Memphis, my first stop had to be food and a good drink. Along with a... Continue Reading →
An Inside Look at Philadelphia’s Forgotten Cemetery
In Southwest Philadelphia along Cobbs Creek lies Mount Moriah, one of the city's great rural cemeteries developed in the mid-1800's. It once even held the grave of Betsy Ross, before she and husband John Claypoole were moved to the courtyard of her historic landmark home on Arch Street. Unlike the city's beloved National Historic Landmark... Continue Reading →
Around the World in Beers: Nashville
When you think Tennessee, probably the first alcohol to come to mind is whiskey, and if you're visiting Nashville you'll surely find it there. There are a number of local distilleries, and the famous Jack Daniels Distillery is a doable daytrip from Nashville. But for the beer-drinkers out there, Nashville has plenty to offer too.... Continue Reading →
Memphis: So Much More Than Just Elvis
Admittedly I can't say I ever knew all that much about the city of Memphis other than it being home to Elvis Presley's Graceland. And to be honest I can't say I ever had a desire to visit up until a few months ago. In my travel planning for Nashville I came across a blog... Continue Reading →
Visiting Nashville (Even if You’re Not That Into Country Music)
Everyone lately is going to Nashville. This lively southern city is becoming quite the place to have your bachelorette party or girls weekend. But what about a solo trip for someone who doesn't even care for country music that much? Well I did just that, and I had a blast! Nashville has something for everyone... Continue Reading →
Around the World in Beers: San Antonio
San Antonio's history is mostly known for its Spanish colonial period and the Texas Revolution, but woven into the city's rich history and culture is the art of brewing, an art which has seen a recent rejuvenation with the appearance of new craft breweries. German immigrant William Menger opened the city's first brewery on the... Continue Reading →
18 Tips for Staying Safe While Traveling Alone
I've written before about all the joys of traveling alone. Now here's the catch: with being a solo traveler - and especially a female one - comes a ton of preparation and precaution. Here are 18 things to think about if you are considering some solo travel of your own. 1. Read hotel reviews. Chances... Continue Reading →

