Visiting Venice — alone — in the winter is decidedly more miserable than being stuck in the middle of a lake without a paddle during a snow flurry. I was there in January 2008, and it rained almost every day of my stay. People don’t flock to Venice to stay indoors, so it certainly wasn’t Read Post
Not Your Everyday Wake-up Call
It was day two in Venice, and I could already tell that pre-booking a weeklong stay was a mistake. My backpacker’s budget was not prepared for an expensive tourist trap, and that was exactly what I fell into. If I wanted to island hop by way of pricey water taxis tomorrow, then today would have Read Post
How The Outdoorsy Sportster Can Enjoy DC
Museums are interesting for you, if it’s winter. When the sun’s shining you’d rather be active outside. Avoid the horde of tourists while getting a unique perspective of the city. Start Saturday morning with a kayak ride on the Potomac River. Grab sunscreen, pack food and drinks and head to Thompson Boat Center in Georgetown Read Post
How the Foodie Bar-Goer Can Enjoy DC
You’re not interested in mere food and drinks; you seek a culinary and mixology experience on every trip. Your first stop in the District won’t likely be the National Gallery of Art. So for Saturday lunch, make your way to Teaism’s Penn Quarter location for a pot of oolong and salmon ochazuke soup. If experiential Read Post
How The Cultured Artist Can Enjoy DC
The crowd you associate with and the vibe you’re used to won’t be found among thousands of sweaty tourists on the National Mall. DC may be (in)famously known for its politicos, but the art scene emerged long ago and the creative crowd continues to grow. The Corcoran Gallery of Art is a great museum to Read Post