For travel enthusiasts around the world, Antarctica is a bucket list destination. If you ask many of those travel enthusiasts what exactly they plan to do in Antarctica, experiencing the Polar Plunge will likely be near the top of their list. At least, this was the case for me when I visited the White Continent a couple of years ago. You may be asking yourself why on earth would you want to jump into Antarctic…

There’s something about Washington DC in the winter that is absolutely extraordinary.  The city turns into a winter wonderland with twinkling lights, life, and culture everywhere you go. You could bundle up in your favorite puffy coat and wander the streets for hours without getting bored, but just in case you prefer some direction—I’ve got your back. As a DMV transplant and lover of our nation’s capital, I’ve got plenty of recommendations for the best…

The perfect 2 days in Wilmington, DE Itinerary includes opportunities to get outdoors, learn a bit of history, and enjoy some good eats. With its many enchanting gardens, museums, amazing food, and tons of history, Wilmington, Delaware is an ideal destination to keep you entertained for a weekend getaway. Keep reading for our favorite things to do in Wilmington DE with kids! One of the reasons that I love living in the Washington, DC area…

I recently returned from an awe-inspiring and life-altering trip to Antarctica.  The hardest part about preparing for the journey (other than saying goodbye to my kids for 12 days) was trying to figure out what to pack.  Packing for a once in a lifetime adventure can be a bit daunting.  Since I had to prepare to travel to one of the most remote locations in the world, it was imperative that I pack everything that…

 So, you’re thinking of crossing the Drake Passage, huh? Well, you have certainly come to the right place! First things first, what is the Drake Passage? It’s the body of water that stretches between the southernmost tip of South America and the South Shetland Islands of Antarctica. In short, it is the quickest way to get to Antarctica by water…and it is known for boasting some of the roughest sailing waters in the world. So,…

Antarctica with its cascading mountains and majestic landscapes is the most pristine and untouched place on the planet. Understandably, there’s an abundance of mystery surrounding it.  When I first announced my plans to travel to Antarctica, most of the questions I was asked were laden with misconceptions. To be honest, I too had some misgivings about the journey. [This post on Myths about Traveling to Antarctica was originally published May 2019, and updated April 2022.]…