There are tons of things to do while visiting Washington, D.C. during St. Patrick’s Day! Whether it's enjoying delicious Irish cuisine with some authentic Irish music, or visiting our beautiful landmarks that have been built by Irish hands, there is fun for everyone during this festive weekend. St. Patrick's Day is Monday, March 17, 2025. […]
This post is about the many New Orleans Mardi Gras Parades, the krewes and dance troupes that participate in them and helping you find a parade that is right for you. What is a Carnival Krewe? A krewe - pronounced like “crew” - is a social club, and many of them are involved in making […]
When the museums and federal buildings close, there are still great options of what to do in DC at night - but as a tour guide, I think night tours are one of the best options. We suggest walking tours, because that is what DC by Foot does best - but we do offer bus […]
Visiting the Washington National Cathedral is certainly a highlight of any trip to DC. Located just north of Georgetown, the Washington National Cathedral is the 6th largest cathedral in the world. There is an admission fee (unless you're attending a service) and it is only open to visitors on select dates (it is open more […]
September 11, 2001, started as a sunny day in Washington, DC. However, the beauty of that morning would be marred forever when five hijackers took control of American Airlines Flight 77 and directed it toward the capital city. At precisely 9:37 a.m. the plane crashed into the Pentagon, killing 184 people. There were 59 victims on […]
As the headquarters of the Department of Defense for the United States, you may not think the building is open to the public. However, with advance planning and some background checks, you can take a Pentagon Tour for you and your family. The tour itself is FREE but advanced reservations are required. It is 60 minutes […]
While the annual lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree may be one of the most famous holiday events in NYC, there are many other wonderful lightings to attend throughout December. Below we list the top Christmas Tree lighting events updated for 2025. Once lit, you can visit these trees of many sizes and styles, […]
Though I have lived in New York City my whole life, I never get bored seeing the incredible holiday window displays. Every year is a surprise as stores have new themes and spectacular designs. If you have never seen NYC's department stores' Christmas, do it! You will be dazzled by these imaginative and magical displays. […]
Las Vegas in February features cool days, cold nights and mostly dry weather. My background as a retired meteorologist helps me keep you informed about this month's weather during your tour. Temperature Daytime high temperatures tend to be in the lower 60s F (about 16 C) early in the month but gradually warm to the […]
If this is your first time in New Orleans and you have only a day, this itinerary is for you! As a local tour guide who leads hundreds of guests through the city every week, I know what places impress visitors the most. I’ve heard what people loved to see and do as well as […]
This post provides details about what kind of weather to expect in Las Vegas throughout the month. I bring my retired meteorologist experience to my role as your tour guide, offering weather insights for this month. March promises mostly sunny skies, comfortable afternoons, and cool nights, along with ample sunshine. Temperatures Daytime high temperatures will […]
This post provides information about the Savannah Tour Pass, how to use it, and other services which provide a discount on several fun activities in this historic city. Savannah Tour Pass MAX This discount pass provides access to dozens of Savannah activities for one low price. Each pass lasts for at least 1, 2, or […]
This post is about visiting SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, an observation deck in Midtown Manhattan. We go over how to get discount tickets what to expect, and how to plan your visit. Several of our local tour guides have visited this observation deck and we relied on their experiences when writing this post. WHAT IS SUMMIT […]
New Orleans is synonymous with Voodoo and when you think of Voodoo, you think of Marie Laveau. The so-called Voodoo Queen, Marie Laveau is arguably the most famous person to be associated with that religion and yet we know very little about her. Related Post: New Orleans Voodoo Explained Marie Laveau was born in September […]
This post provides details about what kind of weather to expect in January in Las Vegas. With my background in meteorology, I offer detailed weather forecasts as part of your guided tour this month. You can look forward to mostly dry weather with cool afternoons and cold nights. Temperatures Afternoon high temperatures tend to be […]
This post provides information about what the weather is like in November in Miami. Overall, the weather is warm and generally dry, so it is a good time to visit this interesting city. As a retired meteorologist turned tour guide, I didn't expect that I would use my experience as a forecaster in my new […]
