There's so much talk in my country about what it means to be "American." For some, that means white Americans, but at some point, those people also came from elsewhere– England, Scandinavia, and beyond. But there were people long before Columbus planted his flag in the name of Spain in 1492. … [Read more...] about The First People: Visiting Native American Landmarks
Caroline in the City Guide to Boston
The Red Sox, the Tea Party, baked beans, and Good Will Hunting may be the first things that come to mind when you think of Boston, Massachusetts, but there's so much to the city beyond the tourist zones. Sure, it's rich in history, dating back to the early days of America. Visitors can walk … [Read more...] about Caroline in the City Guide to Boston
Behind the Curtain: September 2017
I’ve come to look forward to these monthly posts about what I’m into beyond travel because there’s so much more to my life than where I go, despite the fact that it’s something I love. It’s funny how many people respond with their obsessions or agree with mine! As with last month, I’m sharing … [Read more...] about Behind the Curtain: September 2017
Unexpectedly Cool Rapid City, South Dakota
When telling the owner of my gym that I was planning a trip to South Dakota, she lit up. "No one ever goes to South Dakota!" And I'll admit that it had never been high on my list. I half expected the Dakotas to be the last of my fifty states. But a conference in nearby Wyoming and a draw to the … [Read more...] about Unexpectedly Cool Rapid City, South Dakota
Visiting Ometepe, Nicaragua in the Rainy Season
Traveling to Nicaragua in July, I didn't realize that it was the rainy season. After over a week spent in San Juan del Sur, I was excited to explore the volcanic island of Ometepe. I'd heard from many people that this was their favorite place in the country, like I felt about Atitlan in Guatemala. I … [Read more...] about Visiting Ometepe, Nicaragua in the Rainy Season