Two of the world's most iconic cities are London and New York -- but which is better? This post compares New York and London so you can decide which is the best vacation destination for you. Which Is Bigger? London Or New York? As of 2022, London’s population was about 9.5 million vs. New York's […]
March in Dubai features warm days and comfortable nights. Humidity levels increase with about 3 days, on average, considered muggy. Temperatures Daytime high temperatures average near 26 C (79 F) early in the month, warming to around 30 C (86 F) later in the month. A few of the warmer afternoons, especially late in the […]
February brings mostly sunny skies, warm afternoons with comfortable to cool nights. Temperatures Daytime high temperatures tend to be around 22-24 C (72-75 F) early in the month, warming to 25-26 C (77-79 F) near the end of the month. A few of the warmer afternoons, especially later in the month, can reach up near […]
For Civil War buffs, visiting the Gettysburg battlefield is a must. About a two-hour drive from D.C., a visit to the town and battlefield can make for a great day trip. NOTE: Little Round Top is closed until Summer 2024 Gettysburg is the site of one of our most famous and most visited National Battlefield […]
The Washington D.C. area is a popular stop on road trips, but finding somewhere to camp or park an RV can be a challenge. Here are a few locations where you can find parking or a place to stay. Cherry Hill Park Cherry Hill Park is the most popular campground in the DC Area. Open […]
There are quite a few excellent bars to visit while you’re in Washington D.C. Here are a few of our favorites from Sports Bars, Rooftop Bars, Wine Bars, Best Happy Hours, Cocktail Bars and Waterfront Bars. Best Sports Bars in DC 1. Walter’s Named after Walter Perry Johnson, a player from the 1920s with an […]
Washington D.C. has a lot of great places to grab a bite to eat for breakfast. If you’re looking for sit-down brunch options, check out our blog post here. Here are a few recommendations for great breakfast spots. 1. Baked & Wired In the heart of Georgetown, you can get a tasty, small-batch pastry and […]
This post is about where to find the best Muffuletta in New Orleans. We include a map with places both within the French Quarter and outside as well as descriptions of and links to each recommended establishment. What is a Muffuletta 10 Top Places to get a Muffuletta French Quarter Food Tour 13 NOLA Foods […]
This post is an overview of the DC weather in January, with tips on how to dress and things to do to help make the most of your trip. HOW COLD IS DC IN JANUARY The month of January is the coldest month of the year in the nation’s capital with morning low temperatures mostly […]
This post is about the weather in DC in December, as well as what to wear and suggestions on things to do this month. HOW COLD IS DC IN DECEMBER? Daytime high temperatures early in December tend to be mostly in the lower 50s F(11-12 C). A few of the warmer days can reach up […]
This post is a guide to the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC and covers how to get here as well as explaining its symbolism. Overview The memorial is dedicated to the millions of Americans who served their country during this military conflict as well as 21 other nations that fought by America's side. […]
January in Dubai features sunny skies, comfortable afternoons but cool nights. Temperatures Daytime high temperatures average 23-24 C (73-75 F) with a few of the warmer afternoons reaching up near 28 C (82-83 F). The record high temperature in Dubai during January is 31.7 C (89 F). Late night and early morning lows tend to […]
One reason New York City attracts millions of tourists a year is that so many people want to see the places they’ve come to know and love through TV shows based in NYC. We've put together this list of the best TV shows that take place in New York City, including those both based and […]
This post is a self-guided tour of Georgetown University. This is a fun way to experience Georgetown at your own leisure, although the walk is short and the whole tour is under one hour. Our Historic Georgetown walking tour focuses on the neighborhood, ending here at Georgetown University campus. Use this as a complement to […]
This post is about how to visit and take a tour of the FBI Experience at the FBI Headquarters in Washington, DC. We include tips on how to plan your visit, and what you will see. Can I Tour the FBI Building Headquarters? The FBI building is technically closed to the public. However, with advance […]
This post covers the weather in Dubai during the month of December, including average temperatures and precipitation. December in Dubai features sunny skies and warm afternoons with comfortable to occasionally cool nights. As a retired meteorologist turned tour guide, I didn't expect that I would use my experience as a forecaster in my new career […]
