10 articles tagged with museum
While my professional travels often take me to coastal havens and historic European sites, I've recently discovered that Sacramento—a city I've frequently passed through en route to Northern California wine country—holds remarkable treasures for families seeking intellectual stimulation wrapped in...
While I typically document my solo adventures through historic hot springs and prestigious golf courses, my recent trip to Atlanta with my sister and her two children (ages 7 and 9) revealed a surprisingly delightful family destination that merits sharing....
Though my travels typically take me through textile villages in rural India or ancient markets along the Mediterranean coast, last month found me in the heart of America's Midwest—Indianapolis. My sister relocated there with her two children last year, and...
While visiting my daughter's family in Newcastle last summer, I discovered that this vibrant coastal city offers far more than its postcard-perfect beaches. As a grandmother to two energetic youngsters and an environmental scientist at heart, I found myself delightfully...
They call it 'Hardware City,' but New Britain, Connecticut is so much more than its industrial moniker suggests. Tucked between Hartford and Waterbury, this unassuming New England city harbors a fascinating blend of Polish immigrant heritage and American manufacturing history...
Y'all, I've gotta confess something – before my ceramics journey pulled me to the Pacific Northwest for a workshop with a Tacoma-based raku master, I had *no idea* this city was such a hidden gem for budget travelers. Growing up...
When I first moved our family base to Valencia, I promised myself we'd explore more of my Scandinavian heritage with my daughter. Stockholm has since become our annual summer pilgrimage—a city that masterfully balances historical charm with progressive, family-centered design....
Standing at the edge of the Nidelva River, watching the colorful wooden houses of Bakklandet reflect in its waters, I found myself transported through time. Trondheim, Norway's first capital, cradles over 1,000 years of Norse history within its modern embrace....
When most travelers plot their summer getaways, North Dakota rarely tops the list—and that's precisely why it should be on yours. As someone who's spent years documenting the subtle mechanics of seasonal changes across America's landscapes, I've developed a special...
As someone who's spent years examining passports at border control, I've developed a fascination with places that exist primarily as news headlines for most people. Afghanistan—particularly Kabul—has long been such a place. This spring, I finally followed my curiosity and...