Fredericksburg, Texas, has a rich and unique history rooted in German heritage, founded in 1846 by German immigrants and named for Prince Frederick of Prussia. Until the railroad arrived, the town remained isolated, and German continued to be spoken in homes until fairly recently. The town was … [Read more...] about A Hill Country Escape to Fredericksburg, Texas
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How to Spend a Weekend in Victoria, Canada
I'm finally starting to claw my way out of the long list of posts I've never gotten around to writing. In fall 2023, I traveled to Vancouver for a conference and spent a few extra days on a post-trip to Vancouver Island. The capital city, Victoria, is one of the most beautiful places I've ever been … [Read more...] about How to Spend a Weekend in Victoria, Canada
Caroline in the City Guide to Oklahoma City
Before European settlement, the area that is now Oklahoma City was home to Native American tribes, including the Apache, Comanche, and Wichita. In the 1830s, as part of the Indian Removal Act, several tribes from the southeastern U.S. were forcibly relocated to what became known as Indian … [Read more...] about Caroline in the City Guide to Oklahoma City
The Best Souvenirs for Travelers to Japan
I haven't been able to get a blog post out for a while because of pressing work, but since I just got back from Japan, I wanted to share a brief update. It was a fast-paced trip, only three full days on the ground, but I was able to visit several shops and markets. Shopping in Japan is a great … [Read more...] about The Best Souvenirs for Travelers to Japan
What to See on a West Virginia Road Trip
Just as I traveled around Vermont last year, this spring I went to West Virginia for a long-overdue road trip. I'd previously passed through with the family all in search of the New River Gorge Bridge and now I was staying right near it and the national park that surrounds it. Sammi and I mapped … [Read more...] about What to See on a West Virginia Road Trip