Whale-watching season in the Boston area runs from April to October with the summer months offering more scheduled outings. Early or late in the season schedule times for excursions are more limited with just one or two trips a day. At peak times including holiday weekends, some companies have as many as 8 trips per […]
This post is a guide to Grand Central Terminal, what you can see here, tours, dining, shopping, and secret locations. (Guia en español) All aboard! WHERE IS GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL? Grand Central Station is located at 42nd Street and Park Avenue (map). It can be also accessed from Lexington Avenue on the East, Vanderbilt Avenue […]
One of the first things visitors to Charleston notice is the number of long and narrow homes that display beautiful covered porches. The Charleston Single House is an icon of Charleston architecture and their construction dates back to near the origins of the City of Charles Town in the 1680s. The single house […]
This post is a review of tourist attraction discount passes available to you in Miami with tips to help you determine which one, if any, is best for you.
When the sun goes down in Miami, the fun starts! This post lists the top things to do in Miami at night, updated for 2025. We include activities that are adult-only, free, and family-friendly. Best Things to Do in Miami at Night Everything in this post is the 'best' thing to do at night. But […]
Sex and the City fans come from all over the world to see where Carrie Bradshaw lived. NYC is chock-full of Sex and the City filming locations. Unlike many popular shows of that era set in New York (Friends, Seinfeld, etc.) that were filmed in LA, SATC was actually filmed entirely in New York City. […]
Nothing is more special than Holiday time in New England. Jack Frost is nipping at your nose, stars shine brighter in the sky, chestnuts roasting on an open fire, bell ringers herald the season and nothing tastes better than hot chocolate. And as local tour guides, we know a thing or two about seeing the […]
"God took the beauty of the Bay of Naples, the Valley of the Nile, the Swiss Alps, the Hudson River Valley, rolled them into one and made San Francisco Bay." If Fiorello LaGuardia, the famed mayor of New York City, and from a family of Italian immigrants, could say this about San Francisco, who are […]
Whether you are a casual Sunday jogger or a serious road warrior with many marathons behind you, Central Park is a runner’s paradise, although it's also a great place for a walking tour. If you feel the urge to stretch your legs and get a run in during your trip to NYC, just head to […]
Yes, you heard us! It is crawfish time in New Orleans and mid-February through mid-June is peak season. And don’t get confused by the different terms: Crawfish, Crawdad. The terms "crawdad" and "crawfish" come from the French word, "escrevisse," which relates to the verb "to crawl." Other theories point to the Anglo Saxon word "crevik," […]
This post has information on the best things to do in Chicago, including nighttime, free, as well as family-friendly events and activities.
This post is about things to do and see on Wall Street, including a list of the top sights, nearby attractions and places to eat. Wall Street is a stop on our pay-what-you-wish Lower Manhattan tours that run multiple times a week. So our local tour guides are very familiar with the area so we […]
This post provides details about visiting Universal Studios in Hollywood. We also include information about the Universal Studios Tour, ticket prices, deals, attractions to see, and more. UNIVERSAL STUDIOS TICKETS The price of a ticket varies based on what you want to see, how many days you plan to visit, and when you will be […]
Pizza is one of New York’s “iconic” foods. New Yorkers will happily live on pizza every day of the week. I've lived in New York City my whole life and I've been eating pizza before I could walk! I've also had pizza in different regions of Italy and I actually like NYC pizza better! I […]
Greenwich Village (called "the Village" by New Yorkers) is known for its interesting history and its unique energy, both of which make it worth visiting. It's a popular neighborhood for those looking for lively nightlife as it is filled with restaurants, bars, live music, comedy clubs, and many other attractions. At the same time, the […]
Charleston plantations offer an immersive experience into the region’s past. Many plantations date back to the 17th and 18th centuries, showcasing the lives of those who lived and worked there. Guided tours often include fascinating stories about the architecture, the families who owned the plantations, and the enslaved people who made the plantations operational. As […]
