Bodega Bay, California – Everybody knows that Alaska used to belong to Russia. But most people don’t realize that the Russians were actively exploring, hunting, trading and settling the Pacific Northwest, starting in the late 18th century. Yes, settling–like Russian…
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – We only spent a few days in Pittsburgh, but I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised by this unheralded city. There are vibrant, bustling neighborhoods, a hip and happening university district, excellent restaurants, and an authentic…
Scranton, Pennsylvania – It’s our first family vacation in over a year! And we’re going to… (drumroll)… Pittsburgh? Yes! Road trip to Pittsburgh! Somehow, I have not been able to tell anybody about our vacation plans without giving an explanation,…
Gloucester, Mass – (Cue Alice Cooper.) School’s out for summer! School’s out for-ever! Time for our annual first-day-of-summer-vacation trip to Wingaersheek Beach. Best way to kick off summer vacation! There’s a few things you can say for certain about going…