This post covers how to take a day trip to Martha’s Vineyard from Boston We include details about fully guided tours, how to get there on your own, and things to do while you’re in town. Day Trips From Boston There are currently a few different companies offering day trips from Boston. These services can […]
This post is an article on how to get White House tour tickets and includes tips for planning your visit, such as dealing with security. How to apply for tickets is a common question from visitors on our walking tours. However, if you ask one of our tour guides after arriving in Washington, DC, you […]
October in Las Vegas offers mostly sunny, dry weather with warm to comfortable days and comfortable to 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 in tourism. But here I am, finding myself answering more weather questions as […]
This post covers the top things to do in August in Washington, DC (updated for 2025). We include nighttime activities, free things to do, and family-friendly options. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN AUGUST This section covers our top ten list of things to do in DC for August. For more ideas on favorite things […]
This post is a look at things to do in Washington, DC at Night, including a top 10 list as well as free activities and things to do with kids, updated for 2025. We also list nightlife and entertainment options. Top 10 Things to Do in DC Tonight 1. Visit the Memorials DC is known […]
This post is a guide to reaching the top of the the Old Post Office Clock Tower (the Waldorf Astoria Hotel), how to get here and what you will see. While the building has been renovated into a luxury hotel, the Old Post Office Pavilion Clock Tower remains open to the public and is […]
Many tourists to Washington, D.C., who plan to visit the White House wonder, "How close can you get to the White House?" Our local tour guides know all the best spots to see the White House from the outside, and we're here to share that knowledge with you! We also include tips from locals and […]
This is a guide to choosing the best time of year to visit Chicago, based on hotel prices, weather, events and activities, and crowds, and is updated for 2025. We provide a month-to-month comparison, with suggestions of the best events to attend on the month you plan to be here. The Quick Answers The best […]
Every summer, the Marine Corps hosts a weekly Sunset Parade at the Marine Corps War Memorial (also known as the Iwo Jima Memorial). The tradition began in 1956, two years after the memorial was dedicated, and has continued ever since. The parade includes musical performances by "The Commandant's Own," the Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, […]
This post lists 15 mistakes people make when visiting New York City, a guide to what not to do in NYC. Nothing on this list is particularly harmful to you or to others. Rather, this list includes mistakes to avoid in NYC so that your visit is as smooth as possible! New York City moves […]
Take a 2-hour tour that highlights an individual Smithsonian museum, exploring the highlights of the museums in an entertaining and engaging way.
Many first-time visitors to New York City want to know, “How safe is Central Park?” As a native New Yorker and local tour guide, I can happily report, "Yes. Central Park is safe". Though I must add that this answer varies a bit depending on the time of day and what part of the park […]
This post covers the top things to do in July in Washington, DC (updated for 2025), including nighttime activities, free things to do, and family-friendly options. Be sure to read our master post on things to do in DC for even more ideas. TOP 10 ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS This section covers our top ten list […]
In this post, we share everything you need to know about visiting the South Carolina Aquarium. A popular attraction amongst both locals and visitors, the Charleston Aquarium is a great place to visit any time of year. Hours & Tickets Tickets: Aquarium utilizes a dynamic ticket calendar. Thus admission ticket prices differ on a daily […]
Find a Speaker for Your Event! You don't have to take a walking tour to enjoy the humor and knowledge our guides have to offer - we can come to you! Guide talks bring the history and the sites to life in an indoor setting. We offer unique presentations that are great for: We also […]
Join us as we journey through the long-feared sinister underbelly of Boston. From one of Boston's oldest cemeteries to site dedicated to Edgar Allen Poe to a famed haunted hotel.
