Philly is a city full of art. Murals are slathered around the streets (over 2,000!), sculptures adorn iconic buildings, and delightful strange sights are on random corners. It’s a great mix for a city with such diverse culture, history, and attitude. Many who go looking for art off the streets […]
WARNING: If you have any sort of bug phobia, arachnophobia, or a distain for all things reptilian…turn back now. We are going forward, even past the point of comfort for ordinary folk. This winter my mom and I went on an overnight road trip to Philadelphia and back passing through […]
After a long day of running around, but not yet ready to quit, we were in Glens Falls and looking for a place to relax. Cooper’s Cave Ale Company [2 Sagamore St, Glens Falls, NY 12801] fit the bill and had some tasty libations to boot. A cozy table and […]
When I heard that there was going to be a Norman Rockwell exhibit at The Hyde Collection [161 Warren Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801] I was all in. I had recently fell in love with his work at another nearby museum, and it turns out most of the work seemed […]
What could be better than a good slice of bread? Two good slices of bread with yummy fixins smushed betwixt them. Rock Hill Bakehouse [19 Exchange St, Glens Falls, NY 12801] is beloved for its bread, loaf or sandwich. We sat down at a little table with lovely fresh flowers […]
Are you a turtle lover? Who can resist the allure of these magical creatures, ancient and dinosaur like? Who doesn’t want a shell to hide in every once in a while? They’re so lovable, so relatable. Everyone seems to have a great turtle story. One of my friends used to […]
When heading up the northway I always like to visit a few of the fantastic little preserves along the way in Saratoga County. Woodcock Preserve [721 Tanner Road, Clifton Park NY] is a small and quiet park with just over 2 miles of trails, so its a perfect place to get some […]
There are so many fusion joints popping up, a testament to our globalized melting pot culture. These restaurants are great for those nights when you just don’t know what you want to eat – because you can have a variety of things! Crazy Bowlz [301 Frank Sottile Blvd, Kingston, NY […]
Have you ever been to a lighthouse on the waters edge in the dead of winter? It’s brutal, it’s beautiful. I didn’t plan on visiting the Saugerties Lighthouse [168 Lighthouse Dr, Saugerties, NY 12477] on such a chilly day, but as I was driving through town I saw the signs […]
Tucked away in the back roads of a residential neighborhood you’ll find the faded sign and trailhead for the Esopus Bend Nature Preserve [Shady Lane, Saugerties, NY 12477]. You’ll share the trails with local residents walking their dogs, seen far and few between. Take a good look at the trail […]
We decided to plan out one day trip out of Negril during out stay and with so many options, it was really hard to choose. We wanted a lot of bang for our buck, to be able to see more than one attraction and definitely involve nature. What we really […]
When we were deciding on where to stay in Negril we had to choose between Seven Mile Beach and the Cliffs. Ultimately, Seven Mile Beach won out because what’s a trip to an island without easy beach access? However, our visit to Negril wouldn’t have been complete without spending some […]
Jamaican patties and jerk chicken were my only experience with Jamaican cuisine prior to visiting, these foods commonly found in New York. I loved trying authentic versions of these delicious old favorites and also learning about a whole new world of mouthwatering dishes. Jamaican cuisine is amazingly vibrant with influences […]
My Mom and I were looking to book a last minute February trip with two important components, warm weather and beach. We thought about Belize, but the flights weren’t cooperating with our dates. We thought about Panama, but we didn’t want to split our time between city and paradise. Finally […]
Every so often you find one of those towns you fall for. The idyllic, romantic, old school village of Shelburne Falls stole my heart, and even though it’s quite a drive I can’t help but find reasons to return again and again. The road to town is beautiful and there […]