Category: USA
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Brew At The Zoo- Is It Worth It?
In recent years, I’ve noticed that zoos have been making a conscious effort to attract more diverse visitors- particularly adults! Just last year, I attended the Bronx Zoo Run For The Wild 5k and had a total blast. When I saw advertisements for the Zoo’s 21+ Brew at the Zoo event, I had to give…
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Explore BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham: The Largest Hindu Temple in the Western Hemisphere
Unbeknownst to most, the second largest Hindu temple in the world (and certainly the largest in the Western Hemisphere) sits only an hour and a half’s drive away from Manhattan. The campus is way larger and much more detailed than I expected- even having seen photos and videos before my visit. Once you step onto…
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Sojo Spa: A Tranquil Escape from NYC
Looking for a little relaxation amongst the hustle and bustle of New York City? Look no further than Sojo Spa. Less than an hour away from Manhattan, Sojo Day Spa is in a prime spot along New Jersey’s Hudson River coastline with great views of the city. Plus, it’s easy to get to by car…
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Everything You Need To Know About Visiting The Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
With two different Renaissance Faires under my belt (or my corset?) this season, I’m slowly becoming a Renaissance Faire aficionado. Although the New York Renaissance Faires is located conveniently close to NYC, when people ask me which Faire is better, I say the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire without hesitation. While doable as a day trip from…
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Everything You Need to Know About Visiting the New York Renaissance Faire
For the uninitiated, a Renaissance Faire is an outdoor festival that aims to recreate a fantastical version of the English Renaissance- though some faires branch out into other locations or time periods. Most Faires will have a cast of characters wandering the festival and interacting with guests in character, and even most of the vendors…
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The Summer Club- A NYC Pool Party and Rooftop Club
Looking for a fun time in New York? Look no further than The Summer Club. I, like many of my fellow New Yorkers, was completely unaware of this venue until this past summer. One of my friends turned me on to The Summer Club when Jonas Blue and Sam Feldt (under their combined project “Endless…
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Museum Highlight- Field Museum of Natural History
Chicago’s world class Field Museum of Natural History is a must-see on any visit to the city! Fans of dinosaurs will be delighted to hear that this museum hosts SUE the dinosaur! Famously the largest and most extensive T-Rex specimen in the world, SUE has a place of pride in the Evolving Planet exhibit. It…
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Historic Hotels in Glacier National Park
As one of America’s oldest established National Parks, Glacier boasts four different historic hotels (and several rustic chalets)- all built before 1930! Many of these hotels were built by the Great Northern Railway, which heavily advertised Glacier National Park as a tourism destination and built rail stations on both the East and West side of…
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Hiking to Avalanche Lake In Glacier National Park
In my opinion, Glacier’s Avalanche Lake hike is one of the most rewarding treks in the park. The trailhead for this hike is just a short walk away from the Avalanche Creek shuttle stop. While the shuttle stop does also have parking available, I recommend taking advantage of the shuttle services as the spots can…
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A Ranger-Led Hike to Iceberg Lake, Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park is known for its stunning views, but as any hiker knows, some of the best views come after strenuous physical exercise! One of the park’s most popular hikes is the Iceberg Lake trail, a 4.8 mile out and back hike to the stunning Iceberg Lake. I knew I wanted to do this…