While you still might find a Starbucks on every other corner, Chicago is full of coffee shops to get the perfect cup of Joe. From local chains, specialty coffee roasters, and the perfect atmosphere, there is something for every taste bud and every neighborhood. Below you will find some of the most popular local spots […]
This post breaks down all the information you'll need to enjoy a live recording of your favorite TV show, late night talk show or game show. HELPFUL HINTS Whatever you do, never pay for a ticket to one of these shows. Each television show listed on this page offers free tickets to its audience, so […]
San Francisco can be an expensive city but your vacation doesn't have to be! In this post, we list the best hostels and cheap hotel/hostel hybrids in San Francisco to help you save money. Pros and Cons of Choosing a Hostel Over a Hotel When deciding whether to stay in a hostel or a hotel, […]
Though the Prohibition Era is thankfully long gone, Chicago remains fascinated by the idea of speakeasies. There are many around the city that can be found through hidden doors, in back alleys, and behind murals. These now legal drinking establishments will bring you back in time and remain some of the best kept secrets in […]
This post is a review of San Francisco Plantation with info on tickets, tours and an online review analysis. Known for its distinctive variation in architecture, San Francisco Plantation is a spectacle on the Great River Road. Spectators have described it as a giant layered cake or a Mississippi riverboat from a distance. The land […]
This post covers some of the best New Orleans bike tours, including details about prices, hours, locations visited, and more. We also provide information about bike rentals and the best areas to explore on two wheels. What to Expect on a New Orleans Bike Tour New Orleans is a fantastic city to explore on wheels! […]
July Specific Events The month of July provides the city with various events and over 20 festivals, covering different neighborhoods, themes, cultures, and music genres. Find a complete guide to Chicago’s July calendar here. Windy City RibFest in Uptown 4800 N. Broadway St. June 30- July 2 Explore the historic neighborhood of Uptown while local […]
This map shows the stop on our Civil War Charleston audio tour which you can purchase here. If you'd like to add this map to your Google Maps app so you can follow along using GPS, just click the square bracket in the upper right hand corner. Helpful hint: If you want to use Google […]
This map shows the stop on our Historic Charleston audio tour which you can purchase here. If you'd like to add this map to your Google Maps app so you can follow along using GPS, just click the square bracket in the upper right hand corner. Helpful hint: If you want to use Google Maps […]
This tour is in Spanish. Definido por los carriles de tren elevados que forman un circuito en el corazón de la ciudad, el North Loop (Loop Norte) es conocido como el centro de Chicago y el distrito del teatro. El Loop contiene la mayor concentración de rascacielos, incluyendo el segundo edificio más alto de Estados […]
Bustouren bieten die tolle Möglichkeit, in kurzer Zeit so viele Sehenswürdigkeiten wie möglich zu sehen. Gerade in einer riesigen und einschüchternden Stadt wie New York kann man mit einer Bustour einen guten Eindruck der Stadt bekommen, ohne sich dabei dem Stress und der Hektik der vollgepackten Straßen auszusetzen. Das bedeutet aber auch, dass man sich […]
Millennium Park 201 E. Randolph Millennium Park was revealed in 2004 and quickly became one of Chicago's favorite parks. Constructed within the borders of Grant Park, this park provides a diverse event calendar with free entertainment year-round. From concerts to exercise classes to festivals, this park pleases millions of locals and tourists each year. Check out our […]
This post is a review of Cajun Encounters Tours, a family-owned New Orleans area business, specializing in swamp tours, but also offering bus and walking tours. OVERVIEW This outfit strives to give tourists an authentic Louisiana experience. Tours are led by local, licensed guides with a deep passion for New Orleans. Guests visit some of the […]
This post is a review of Evergreen Plantation with info on tickets, tours, and online review analysis. We'll also include details about the history of this location. GETTING HERE Evergreen Plantation is located at 4677 Hwy. 18 (River Road) in Edgard, LA just about three miles downriver of the Veterans Memorial Bridge that spans the […]
Treme’ is the oldest continuously occupied black neighborhood in the United States. It is the soul of the city and the keeper of our heritage. Jazz was born here, out of the drumming circles of Congo Square, where enslaved people danced the Calinda and Bamboula while whites watched. Treme’ is the call of Black Indians, […]
If you’re going to be in San Francisco around the third weekend of May, you don’t want to miss the world famous Bay to Breakers! First held on January 1, 1912, the Bay to Breakers footrace began as a way to improve the mood of the city after the destruction of the 1906 earthquake and […]
