Category Archives: America

Meet the Mets: The Met, Met Breuer, and Met Cloisters

Posted on July 16, 2017 by julieovaltrades

New York City is notoriously expensive, so I’m always on the hunt for affordable things to see and experience. If you are in the know, there are many amazing museums that offer ‘suggested donation’ admission and others that have free … Continue reading →

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Poke Places in NYC

Posted on July 15, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Ever since visiting Hawaii I have become obsessed with poke. Lucky for me, the poke craze has rolled over the mainland and I can get a little slice of Aloha in a lot of places around New York City. Although … Continue reading →

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Food Courts of NYC

Posted on July 14, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Food courts are great for groups with different tastes or people trying to taste a lot of different dishes in a short amount of time. There are plenty to choose from in New York City, if you’ve already been to … Continue reading →

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Revisiting childhood in Time Square at Kellogg’s NYC

Posted on July 13, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Sometimes I crave poptarts. Is it the actual food I want or the feeling? I’ll walk down the aisles of the grocery store and long for simpler days where I didn’t scan ingredients for devious components and all there was … Continue reading →

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Guide to visiting Montauk, Long island

Posted on July 12, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Montauk is The End. The farthest east you can get on Long Island and the farthest away from your worries. It is the ultimate New York beach town touting six state parks, miles of coastline, fantastic surfing, fishing, seafood restaurants, … Continue reading →

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Stay tuned!

Posted on July 11, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Currently: I have my toes in the sand at my favorite hometown haunt Robert Moses State Park. I’m taking a breather because I’ve just completed a trip from Pittsburgh –> Cleveland –> Detroit –> Chicago and clear across Tennessee! Side … Continue reading →

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Guide to Ocala National Forest, Florida

Posted on July 10, 2017 by julieovaltrades

The magical natural fresh water springs or Ocala National Forest are a perfect way to spend a hot day in central Florida – great for a day trip north of Orlando! Ocala is the southernmost forest in the continental U.S., … Continue reading →

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Parkesdale Market in Plant City, Florida

Posted on July 9, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Plant City, Florida residents don’t have white Christmases or snow days, but they do have something that makes winter magical. They are the winter strawberry capital of the world! They’re so proud, the town water tower is even one giant … Continue reading →

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Visit Sanibel, Captiva, and Pine Islands, Florida

Posted on July 8, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Sand, seafood restaurants, rest, and relaxation. Sanibel, Captiva, and Pine Islands are popular vacation destinations along the southern Gulf Coast. Here are some of my favorite spots, what are yours? +Looking for a wild time? [1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel, FL … Continue reading →

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Searching for Shark Teeth on the Gulf Coast, Florida

Posted on July 7, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Like beach combing? You’ll love searching for shark teeth. Did you know sharks frequently loose their teeth and can have over 10,000 in a lifetime? That means, happy hunting! Millions of years ago Florida was underwater, as the levels receded, … Continue reading →

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