Charleston, South Carolina is one of my favorite cities in the world, but admittedly, not cheap. From February through May, the city's top events keep every hotel in town booked: the Southeastern Wildlife Expo, Charleston Fashion Week, Spoleto Festival USA, Charleston Wine + Food Festival, and the … [Read more...] about Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in Charleston
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2012: My Year in Review
I had no idea how I would be able to top 2011. I was in Australia for crying out loud. I did everything to the extreme, from bungy jumping to scuba diving. How could I possibly keep up that momentum in 2012? I wouldn't say 2012 topped 2011, but I sure as hell tried. It seems like I was traveling … [Read more...] about 2012: My Year in Review
Photo Friday: San Francisco’s Painted Ladies
Nearly everyone who has been to San Francisco has visited the "Painted Ladies" of Alamo Square. You've probably seen the iconic Victorian style all in rows, or you've seen them on the show Full House. It was very sunny on this particular day, so many of the pictures didn't turn out great, … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: San Francisco’s Painted Ladies
My Favorite San Francisco Meals
People asked what I did in San Francisco and the only thing I can definitively say is "Eat." Yes, I saw Alcatraz and yes, I saw Fisherman's Wharf, but what really stuck with me was the food. If you follow me on Instagram, you probably think I've gained 50 pounds just from the last weekend. I took … [Read more...] about My Favorite San Francisco Meals
Return to Alcatraz
It had been twelve years since I'd laid eyes on the island. But it looked very much the same as I remembered it. I went through the same motions: waiting in line, having my photo taken and boarding the ferry. I made my way past the same sign to have my picture taken. It was just as cold … [Read more...] about Return to Alcatraz