I traveled to Hawaiʻi last month and decided to split time between two islands: Oʻahu and Kauaʻi. Honolulu has lots of famous places and exciting activities, but I liked the idea of visiting the less visited “garden island” of Kauaʻi too. This turned out to be a great decision. Kauaʻi is one of the most … More Kauaʻi is the Island Paradise You’ve Been Dreaming Of
If you’ve ever thought about visiting Hawaii, you probably know it’s expensive. Getting there takes a long flight, and when you arrive the hotels and restaurants are not cheap. But there is hope for the budget traveler! If you visit Hawaii’s most popular destination of Honolulu, there are lots of activities that won’t cost you … More 15 Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Honolulu
When you think of Hawaii, what comes to mind? A paradise with golden beaches and turquoise ocean water, hula dancers swaying as you sip a mai tai? Ok, this stereotypical “island paradise” definitely exists there, but I’m here to tell you it’s not what makes Hawaii an amazing place to visit. Hawaii is home to … More Hawaii is Not a Beach Destination (It’s Better)
Over the past few years, the streets of Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine (OTR) neighborhood have transformed into a world-class outdoor art gallery. You could spend the whole day looking at art, giant murals taking up a whole building and smaller pieces tucked into small alleys. For this tour, we’ll look at some highlights in the area between … More Over-the-Rhine Cincinnati Murals: Self-Guided Walking Tour
During the past few months of quarantine, I’ve found myself turning to activities that remind me of childhood. Watching Avatar the Last Airbender, playing Animal Crossing, enjoying those heartening echoes of a simpler time. You know what I really loved as a kid? Animals. I used to love books and TV shows about animals so … More The Cincinnati Zoo: Animals are Our Best Hope for Sanity During the Pandemic
With many things in Cincinnati closed or cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I decided to take advantage of one of the city’s coolest outdoor attractions: the murals. Cincinnati’s downtown and Over-the-Rhine (OTR) neighborhoods are decorated with dozens of murals, most of them created through the amazing work of a local non-profit organization, ArtWorks. If … More Downtown Cincinnati Murals: Self-Guided Walking Tour
When the forecast is for storms, it’s time for an indoor activity. But what’s a safe indoor adventure during the COVID-19 pandemic? I decided to check out the recently reopened Cincinnati Art Museum. The museum has added a good set of safety procedures. They ask guests to reserve a timed ticket online (they’re free!) to … More Cincinnati Art Museum: A Cultural Escape During the Pandemic
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