[This Zion’s Tiny Oasis review was originally published in Travel World International Magazine] The global pandemic has left me altered. I once sped through excursions, booking trips within trips with an aim to tick as many items as possible off my bucket list. After two years marked by devastating personal losses, closures, and cancelations, I’m achingly aware of the fragility of life, and how salient time and shared memories are. I have discovered that the…

 If you’ve never been to Nashville, aka Music City, then you have been seriously missing out. Home to 24/7 live performances, spectacular food, and world-renowned attractions, Nashville is undoubtedly one of the best tourist destinations in the U.S. for families.  Traveling to Nashville can get quite expensive if you don’t plan your trip out beforehand. Luckily for you, I’m here to share many amazing free things to do in Nashville for families. Whether you’re a…

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,…

 Trying to plan your next family vacation and not quite sure where to go? Allow me to make some recommendations on the best summer destinations for families in the United States. Every destination you’ll find here is exciting, kid-friendly, and doesn’t require the use of a passport. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor adventure or a relaxing mountain escape, you can find it here. Without further ado, let’s get into the good stuff. Here are…