Alan Shepard. John Glenn. Sally Ride. Neil Armstrong. If you grew up in the United States in the last 50 years, these names mean something to you. They mean exploration and adventure. They were our lifetime's Christopher Columbus and Captain Cook. They're an elite group that share a bond none of … [Read more...] about Space Travel: The Final Frontier
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Photo Essay: Miami Street Art
As an unabashed street art fan, I was excited to see what Miami had to offer. I had seen images of the famous Wynwood Arts District and immediately added it to my Ultimate Florida Road Trip itinerary. And while you can spot street art all around town, this is where the most famous works are, like … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: Miami Street Art
Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in Sydney
I've said it once and I'll say it again: Australia is expensive. Sydney is certainly no exception and is likely more expensive than any other city in the country. While the US dollar is nearly even with the Australian dollar, it will take you much more of those dollars to buy the same items. … [Read more...] about Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in Sydney
Sunset Kayaking on Merritt Island
I haven't been very diligent when it comes to getting posts out while I'm traveling, but I promise to do better in the future. A few weeks ago, I was spending 2 days on Florida's Space Coast as a part of my Ultimate Florida Road Trip. I knew I was going to visit the Kennedy Space Center, but I … [Read more...] about Sunset Kayaking on Merritt Island
Exploring an Abandoned Mental Institution
I'd only been to Milledgeville, Georgia once before, but I knew it was known for three things: Georgia College and State University, the penitentiary and the abandoned mental institution known as Central State Hospital. And while I have an affinity for all things abandoned, this place was … [Read more...] about Exploring an Abandoned Mental Institution