A Guide to D.C.’s Smithsonian Museums

The Smithsonian. Why do I say “museum institution” and not just “museum”? Because, you may or may not know, the Smithsonian is not just one museum; there are 19 museums across the country. Eleven of these museums are in or near Washington, D.C., so if you’re planning a trip to the Nation’s Capital, your guide to our Smithsonians is here!

Bergen: Land of Loveliness

Originally published on 23 May 2014. Next stop: Bergen, Norway! Welcome to the cutest city in the world! It is definitely in my top 5 favorite cities in the world. Would you like a fun fact? I thought so! Arandale in Disney’s Frozen was set in a town modeled after Bergen! But best of all, our hotel looked likeContinue reading “Bergen: Land of Loveliness”

Day Trip to Devin Castle

Originally published 14 May 2012. Time to figure out the Bratislavan public transportation systems! Now, where’s that bus station? Today’s mission: Devin Castle ruins, about 20 minutes from the city center. I was really confused about the buses at first, and I don’t think I did everything right as far as my tickets were concerned, butContinue reading “Day Trip to Devin Castle”