I’ve made enough trips to Europe over the years to know that some travel mistakes you only make once. The lessons learned usually came with a wasted experience, a loss of time or money, high levels of anxiety, or a general sense of discomfort (that …
“I don’t want to rent a car in Oahu, but I still want to experience more than Waikiki.” If you’ve ever said or thought that to yourself, this car-free guide to Oahu is here to ease your troubles. When I was planning my very first …
Tom McCall Point might just be the best hike I discovered all year. If you’re willing to venture beyond the Columbia River Gorge’s biggest attractions (Multnomah Falls, the Waterfall Corridor, etc.), you’ll be rewarded with one of Oregon’s most spectacular spring hikes. This is the …
Traveling to London in the winter can be an unforgettable experience. From iconic landmarks to an array of seasonal festivities, it’s a great time to explore one of the world’s most popular cities. But you can’t just show up and expect to take London on …
If you like incredible food, colorful neighborhoods, historic architecture, waterfront views, museums, and easy access to nature, San Francisco is one of the most rewarding cities in the country to explore. Despite covering just 49 square miles, the city packs an astonishing amount of personality …
San Francisco is a city of neighborhoods. Walk a few blocks in almost any direction and the atmosphere, architecture, food, and even the weather can feel completely different. Having lived in the Bay Area for nearly 30 years, I’ve spent countless weekends exploring San Francisco, …
North Beach and Chinatown are two of the most culturally rich and historically layered neighborhoods in San Francisco, and they’re also the ones I keep coming back to again and again. Even after almost 30 years in the Bay Area, these two are still in …
If you’re blessed with a sunny day in San Francisco, cancel your other plans and head straight for the Embarcadero. Stretching along the city’s eastern waterfront, the Embarcadero packs an incredible amount of goodness into a relatively walkable route. Over the course of a single …
If I could only send a first-time visitor to one neighborhood in Portland, Hawthorne Boulevard would be near the top of my list. This is Portland at its most unapologetical. Vintage clothing stores sit next to old-school record shops. Independent bookstores share blocks with tattoo …
Portland is hands down one of my favorite US cities to visit. I’ve been there four times to date, even spent a month ‘living’ there, and can’t wait for my next trip back. There’s just so much to do, see, and eat! Sure, you can …