Cartagena, Colombia is a lively colonial city on the Caribbean coast of South America. With a rainbow of building everywhere you look, exceptional food, and a mix of Latin and Caribbean cultures, the country of Colombia offers visitors a unique experience. In fact, visiting Cartagena, Colombia with kids is a great way to expose your…
West Texas is about as desolate as any place in the United States can get. You can drive for hours and still not reach any sizeable city. But a West Texas road trip can also be an intriguing and unique experience. You’ll see the terrain turn from barren deserts to lovely mountains (yes, West Texas…
Move over New York, San Francisco, and Las Vegas. You’ve got some competition creeping up on you. When it comes to the best cities in the United States to visit, most people typically head to one of the five or six main tourist destinations. Most first-time visitors to the USA will typically head to either…
Oklahoma and beer. We understand those two words don’t typically go together. With its old-school Prohibition laws, Oklahoma hasn’t exactly been the most alcohol-friendly state. But legislative changes to the state’s antiquated laws take effect in late 2018. This move may perhaps pave the way for a more vibrant craft brewery scene in Oklahoma. But…
In the middle of the unforgiving West Texas desert and hours from the nearest US town, you’ll find a Mexican border crossing unlike any other port of entry to the United States. Welcome to the Boquillas crossing inside Big Bend National Park. At this remote US-Mexican border crossing you won’t find long lines, a bridge,…
Small towns have a way of winning us over. With charm practically oozing from cobblestone streets and character seeping from storybook buildings, small towns are often the most memorable places to visit. From Mondsee, Austria to Hakone, Japan, we’ve been privileged to visited some incredible small towns around the world. But the United States has…
Oklahoma City is an evolving metropolis. As the city grows rapidly and attracts new businesses and industries, the capital of Oklahoma is also becoming a more diverse and entertaining place to live and visit. The city’s continuous transformation is evident in it’s budding art scene, particularly when it comes to public art and urban street…
Walking through the streets of downtown Guthrie, Oklahoma you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time. The town’s old western charm and history is beautifully preserved in it’s century-old buildings. Those buildings now house museums, quirky art galleries, coffee and chocolate shops, and antique stores. Beyond offering a picturesque backdrop, the former state capital has…
Hakone is a popular destination for visitors to Japan. Located about two hours outside of Tokyo, this charming lakeside community offers peaceful hikes, relaxing hot springs, and ideal views of Mount Fuji when it isn’t hidden in clouds. After spending several days in Tokyo, we decided to get out of the busy city in search…