Traveling, whether for business or pleasure, is a great way to see and explore new places. But how do you decide where to go, what to see and how to get around? People look to get different things out of different trips. I usually want to see as much as possible when venturing to a new place. I know other people, however, who prefer to…
After living in Brighton for a year, I have grown very fond of the Lanes and the seafront. My ideal day in Brighton involves a stroll through the Lanes and a walk from the pier down to the beach huts in Hove. Here are a few snapshots over the course of my last few trips to Brighton. THE LANESWhether you want to dine, drink or…
On my most recent trip to the U.K., I wanted to venture somewhere I had yet to visit. The main criteria for this location included somewhere that could be explored on foot within a day. We ended up choosing Cambridge, and it turned out to be a well paced day trip! While I would have loved to stay for a weekend, a day was enough…
I recently had to make a last minute trip to Nashville and was only in the city for a total of 18 hours. Despite the time crunch, I was able to enjoy the city's food, beer, and live music. Here's what I got up to: Downtown NashvilleWe began our exploration downtown, parking near 3rd street and making our way toward Broadway. As we walked around, we sampled…
The other night I decided to be a bit adventurous and make a new dish. On the menu: Chicken Tikka Masala! I have only eaten Indian food a handful of times, and I have certainly never cooked it, but a craving led to a spice cabinet upgrade, and here we are! I used this recipe on allrecipes.com and made just a few adjustments. Below is the…
With summer just around the corner, adventurous holidays and European cities are on my mind. Last summer, I spent time in Italy with my family, and we had a lengthy agenda. Our time in Rome was a hectic adventure, and we hit most of the major spots in just two days. While I would recommend having extra time to stroll the streets of any foreign city, if you…
It's Thursday, so the weekend is nearly here! Thursday evenings are one of my favorites of the week because they are full of the hope and excitement the weekend brings, and the Monday blues are not yet looming. After getting through Monday and Tuesday and surviving the Wednesday plateau, Thursdays are perfect for winding down and preparing for the weekend. My typical Thursday evening involves the…
As the weather in Southern Louisiana changes from a tolerable warmth to a simmering heat, I am having flashbacks to last year's European adventures. After studying in the U.K. for a year, I ended my time abroad with visits to Amsterdam, the South of France, the Amalfi Coast, and Rome. In what can only be described as the best summer vacation ever, I was able…