2019 travel highlights
At the end of every year, I like to reflect. Where did we go? What did we do? What did we see? This was…
Learning from other cultures (AND actually putting it into practice)
Do you remember in grade school when you learned about other countries? I remember in sixth grade, everyone picked a country and we had…
Secondhand travel wardrobe
I love thrift stores. So much in fact, that I started an Instagram thrift shop called Thrifting with Nina. (Decided to stick with my…
Off-the-beaten path vs. well-traveled destinations
I was reading through some travel trends recently and it got me thinking. Many of the very popular tourist destinations are overcrowded and it’s…
6 tips for finding a good restaurant
A while back someone asked me how I find good restaurants while traveling. There is a definitely an art to this, and I don’t…
3 things I never go on a trip without (and the weird reason why)
When I asked what people wanted to read about on Instagram, one suggestion was very specific: “what are three things you’ll never go on…
The benefits of traveling
When you love doing something, it’s hard to imagine someone not wanting to do it, too. If you love eating sushi, you might be…
Hocking Hills Getaway: Cherry Ridge Retreat
Hocking Hills provides some of the best outdoor exploration that the state of Ohio has to offer. It has waterfalls, caves, trails overlooking the…
5 ways I’m saving money lately
Who doesn’t love a good deal? I’ve never heard someone brag about how much money they paid for something, but I have heard people…
Kennedy Space Center
As part of my quest to promote things to do around Orlando besides go to Disney World, I am excited to tell you about…
“Hidden” Florida Travel Guide
When I told people I was going to Orlando, they replied, “Going to Disney?” Disney has swallowed up this area so much so that…
Exploring New York like a local
By Martha Whiteside New York City has a lot of hidden gems that most visitors miss, mostly due to the enduring popularity of attractions…
Healthy vacation home meals
Staying somewhere with a kitchen means you get to save some money on food by cooking your own meals. This also means you have…
Travel Guide: Charleston, WV
Charleston, West Virginia’s unofficial motto is “Hip, Historic, Almost heaven.” I was skeptical about this claim, but after spending a beautiful fall weekend there,…
Travel Guide: Lewisburg
I love to tell people that I love West Virginia. It’s an incredible state filled with nice people, beautiful views, good eating and fun. …