8 articles tagged with fall getaways
There's something magical about autumn in Oregon's wine country that transcends the typical American vineyard experience. Nestled in the Rogue Valley, Medford reveals itself as an unexpected luxury haven where the sophistication of world-class wines meets the rustic charm of...
There's something magical about a college town in autumn—especially one as culturally rich as Ann Arbor. While most visitors come for University of Michigan football games or campus tours, this Midwestern gem offers so much more. After five years of...
As someone who's spent decades tracking patterns across different cultures, I've developed a sixth sense for cities with an undercurrent of creativity that runs deeper than their surface reputation. Ann Arbor is precisely that kind of place – a town...
There's something magical about Bethlehem in autumn. As the Lehigh Valley's maple trees transform into fiery canopies and the morning air carries that distinctive crispness, this former steel town reveals its softer side. Having spent years chasing dark skies across...
Y'all know I can't resist a good Kentucky adventure! While most tourists flock to Louisville for Derby festivities (where my blogging journey began!), I've discovered that some of the Bluegrass State's most delightful experiences hide in plain sight. Last weekend,...
Nestled in the heart of New York's Mohawk Valley, Utica has been my unexpected autumn retreat twice now. As someone who's tracked wildlife across continents and navigated international borders professionally, I've developed a keen eye for hidden gems—and this former...
Data has always been my north star as an epidemiologist, but sometimes the most fascinating discoveries happen when you veer off the expected path. During a recent conference in Pittsburgh, I decided to extend my rental car agreement and follow...
There's something magical about Antwerp in autumn. The crisp air carries hints of spiced beer and fresh waffles, while golden leaves frame the city's magnificent Gothic architecture. After visiting Belgium nearly a dozen times over the past decade (yes, I'm...