As a college student, I visited the Cinque Terre in the heat of the late summer in 2008 for a two-day trek over the coastline cliffs, visiting each city and taking in the spectacular views. We were on a tight budget, opting to camp for free along the trail versus finding a last-minute hotel option, andContinue reading “Cinque Terre: The Ultimate Urban Hike”
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Seattle: An Urban Hiker’s Paradise
Seattle, the home of 90’s grunge, Starbucks Coffee, ‘flying’ fish and plenty of rain, has become a booming metropolis that hits the top of travelers lists year after year. And how can you blame them? Seattle offers a bit of everything—from high end seafood to museums, breweries and easy access to some of the country’sContinue reading “Seattle: An Urban Hiker’s Paradise”
A Perfect Walk Through Paris
John Baxer’s ‘The Most Beautiful Walk in the World’ paints a gorgeous visual of some of his favorite neighborhoods in Paris. In each chapter, mixed with snapshot tales of his life living on the Left Bank, he captures the true wonder of experiencing this city—on foot. As an urban hiker, I’m no stranger to streetContinue reading “A Perfect Walk Through Paris”
Rainy Day Guide to Boston’s Museums
Some days, we get rain. It’s a natural cycle, but for travelers looking to get the most out of their trip, a rainy day can thwart their plans. There are some ways to plan ahead, of course—keeping an eye on the forecast is always an obvious option—but sometimes a quick storm rolls through and forcesContinue reading “Rainy Day Guide to Boston’s Museums”
Montmartre: In the Footsteps of the Artists
It was my sister who first introduced me to Vincent Van Gogh. I forget if it was from her art class, or something at school that first lit that spark of interest, but the result became a fascination with this man and his famed stylistic works. It was his story that drew me to Montmartre,Continue reading “Montmartre: In the Footsteps of the Artists”
Old and New: Exploring Zürich, Switzerland on Foot
When it comes to tourism in Europe, Zürich doesn’t always make the top of the list. It’s labeled as a banking city, a college town, but with a small old city center, it typically serves more as a quick stop before travelers head out to the countryside. That doesn’t mean that Zürich doesn’t have anythingContinue reading “Old and New: Exploring Zürich, Switzerland on Foot”
48 Hours in Milan
Milan is a very livable city. While it may not be as packed with landmarks as Italy’s Florence or Rome, it provides travelers with a nice getaway filled with Italian charm, while also catering to the day to day lives of locals. With ample shopping and charming streets, Milan is perfect for urban hikers whoContinue reading “48 Hours in Milan”
Chartres Blue
The sun had just started to reach it peak when they opened the doors. It’s amazing to see the lines of modern-day pilgrims line up outside the cathedral, waiting patiently for visiting hours to start. Some were there to pray, others to marvel at the architecture, and some because a guidebook made a compelling enoughContinue reading “Chartres Blue”
Sun, Sand, and Seals: The Best of San Diego
A cold day in San Diego is any temperature below 65 degrees. This nearly perfect location on the southwest coast of the United States doesn’t always garner as much attention as California’s other metropolitan giants (LA and San Francisco), but it does offer an adventure for all types of vacationers. For art lovers, San Diego’sContinue reading “Sun, Sand, and Seals: The Best of San Diego”
Let’s Go to the (National) Mall: 24 Hours in Washington DC
Washington D.C. typically requires a long weekend to visit properly. However, when given a time constraint, it’s helpful to have a plan in place. Luckily, most of my trips to D.C. occur over a short period, giving me a maximum of about 24 hours to fit as much as I can into the day. So,Continue reading “Let’s Go to the (National) Mall: 24 Hours in Washington DC”
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