Tag: north america

Highlight: Old San Juan

Old San Juan is known for its charming houses and fort, and it used to be a popular destination for vacationers. Other bloggers reported that even after Hurricane Maria, it had revived itself. Considering that they needed the tourist money and it was only a 3.5-hour plane ride from home, I decided to spend a … Continue reading Highlight: Old San Juan →

Posted on Friday, July 5, 2019 in Destinations
Tags: north america, puerto rico, san juan
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Highlight: Monticello

Monticello is the famous home of 3rd U.S. President Thomas Jefferson. Located in Charlottesville, VA, it makes a good day trip to DC and is an essential stop for any Virginia tour. Meaning “Little Mountain,” Monticello was built initially in 1768 and wasn’t the product we see today until much later, in 1809. Jefferson was … Continue reading Highlight: Monticello →

Posted on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 in Destinations
Tags: north america, united states, virginia
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Easy Day Trips from Washington, DC

There are lots of places to visit in and around the immediate DC area, but many more areas to be explored in the areas surrounding the nation’s capital. If you’re live in DC or are looking to take some day trips, here are some great ideas for nearby places to explore. How to get there? … Continue reading Easy Day Trips from Washington, DC →

Posted on Thursday, May 2, 2019 in Destinations
Tags: maryland, north america, united states, virginia
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