Written by Carol from Wayfaring Views San Francisco is worth visiting for it’s beautiful bay setting and liberal counter-culture vibe. But, like many large US cities, it’s expensive. This guide to San Francisco will show you some free and cheap local spots that will let you experience the city’s unique natural and cultural offerings without making you go broke. Getting Great Views Poor Man’s Bay Cruise You can take one of the San Francisco bay tours. The[...]
Guest post by From East to West I lived in New Orleans from 2009-2013, which I can safely say changed my life forever. It's one of the most vibrant, culturally different cities in America and in the world and there are lots of things to do in New Orleans. I visited for the first time in 2008, only 3 years after Katrina devastated the city. I watched New Orleans come together and rebuild itself into the thriving cultural nightlife and food scene it is today. While living there,[...]
Written by Danielle from Like Riding a Bicycle On the south Pacific coast of Mexico exists a town that is stuck in a time warp. While the buildings may have changed, and road may have become paved, this town is unlike anywhere else you’ve ever been. Every single person you meet is incredibly open-minded, though it isn’t filled with your regular new-age hippie types. No, instead you will find people from all walks of life, though you’ll rarely talk about where each other are from or[...]
Guest post by Niki from Chasing Departures For five of the ten years I’ve lived in North Dakota, Fargo has been my home. At first, it was just a big city I had to live in because I went to school there. But as the years went on and I ventured outside of the main campus area, Fargo became far more interesting. In 1996, Fargo - the movie - was released and gained an international cult-like following. In more recent years, Fargo - the series - has been ongoing and introducing[...]
Of all the gorgeous destinations in the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic might just be the most interesting. It has flawless beaches, fascinating towns, and a history so long you can’t help but get swept up in it. If you’re a passionate globetrotter, it’s the sort of place you might prefer to spend a few months or a year, rather than just a few days or a week. In case you’re just looking for some of the highlights, these are a few of the experiences and places in the Domin[...]