There are more spies, per capita, in Washington, DC, than any other city in the world. – Them/What They Said I’ve heard this unverifiable statement countless times since I moved to the Washington, DC area that I’m convinced, it must be true. And as the spy capital of the world, no trip to Washington, DC would be complete without a trip to the International Spy Museum, which houses the largest collection of spy artifacts on…
As a long-time DC resident, I know firsthand just how breathtakingly gorgeous fall is in this region each year. The leaves turn from an array of greens to exquisite shades of red, orange, and yellow. Locals and tourists alike flock to the best spots for viewing the fall foliage. The best time of year to see fall foliage in DC is in mid-to-late October. This is when the autumn hues are at their most brilliant.…
During a three-week period each spring, colorful kites take flight, music floats through the air, bands march through the streets, and fireworks light up the night sky for Washington, DC’s Cherry Blossom Festival. The annual celebration is a quintessential DC experience. The blooming cherry blossom trees is the official kick-off to spring in the region. The Capital is never as beautiful as when she’s decked out in pink. The pink and white petals serve as…
If you’re looking for a day trip from Nashville, Nearest Green Distillery is a must-visit spot in Shelbyville. During the research stage of planning my family trip to Tennessee, I stumbled across Nearest Green Distillery—a black and woman-owned distillery with a remarkable history to boot. Instantly, I was hooked and knew that we had to check it out. Nearest Green Distillery was born to honor the legendary Nathan Green, also known as Uncle Nearest, the…
The Blossom Kite Festival is one of many events planned during the National Cherry Blossom Festival, in Washington, DC. The National Cherry Blossom Festival runs March 20-April 17th and the Blossom Kite Festival was held March 26th. The National Cherry Blossom Festival’s website is a great resource to help locals and visitors stay on top of all the festivities taking place in the city. [This post on Attending the Cherry Blossom Kite Festival in Washington,…
A few short miles away from Miami’s world-famous South Beach, there’s a little-known historic gem — the Hampton House Motel. Once dubbed, the “first luxury hotel for Negroes in the South,” this Negro Motorist Green Book establishment was the epitome of Black excellence in Miami, Florida in the 1960s. I’ve traveled the world on a quest to learn as much as I can about the histories and cultures of people across the globe. As a…
