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 public display. The International Spy Museum is dedicated to ... View the Post
Exploring Miami’s Historic Hampton House Motel
Miami is known for its warm temperatures, beautiful beaches, and lively nightlife. But a few short miles away from the world-famous South Beach there’s a little-known historic gem — the Hampton House Motel. Once dubbed, the “first luxury hotel for Negros in the South,” this Green Book Motel was the epitome of black excellence in Miami, FL in the 1960s. As a native Miamian, Black History buff (earned a BA in African American Studies), and journalist (former writer for a Miami TV news station ... View the Post
Things to do with Kids in Sydney
Australian Bushfires The world has been watching as parts of Australia have been plagued with heartbreaking bushfires. According to Tourism Australia, most destinations remain safe and continue to welcome visitors. All of the international airports in Australia are operating as normal. On their website, the Australian Tourism Board states, The best way to support Australia, Australian communities, and the tourism sector is to keep visiting. If you cannot travel to an affected area due ... View the Post
20 Destinations for Your 2020 Travel List
We made it to 2020, y'all! It's the beginning of a new year, which is my favorite time to dream big and think of all of the places that I’d love to visit if money and paid time off weren’t obstacles. If you need some travel inspiration, here’s a list of 20 Destinations to add to your travel list for 2020. 1. The Islands of the Bahamas Crystal clear water, pink sand beaches, swimming pigs, and Caribbean hospitality are what have made the Bahamas a must-see destination. However, a few ... View the Post
Top 10 Tips for Road Trips with Small Kids
Updated December 23, 2019 This post may contain affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. As a kid, I LOVED road trips. Being on the open road, enjoying the change of scenery, seeing new places and meeting new people excited me. But as a momma of two young children, road trips have become the stuff that nightmares are made of. Our oldest child (Aubrey, 5) is okay with any car ride that’s as ... View the Post
Muru Mittigar: An Aboriginal Cultural Center in Sydney
When we decided to visit Australia, I wanted to incorporate a lesson in Aboriginal culture and history into our itinerary. But it was imperative that the education we received came through the prism of the people themselves. I found a few aboriginal exhibits in museums but I was interested in something a bit more independent...a FUBU (for us, by us) version, if you will. After a bit of research, I stumbled upon this review of the Muru Mittigar Aboriginal Cultural and Education Centre, where ... View the Post
