This post answers a question that many visitors to New York City want to know, “Is Harlem safe for tourists?” As a native New Yorker, I've witnessed Harlem lose its bad reputation and gain a favorable one among locals and visitors alike. Still, crime exists in every neighborhood. So I've written this post explaining what […]
Are you looking for things to do in DC on a rainy day? It’s no secret that the weather in Washington, DC can be unpredictable - sunny one moment, and storms the next. Although we get our fair share of glorious sunny days, there are also those that are wet, wet, wet. So what to […]
So you are thinking about coming to NYC, but are wondering “Is New York safe?” As local tour guides who live and work throughout New York City, we can say with first-hand knowledge, that yes, the city is safe to visit. We lead thousands of people each day on our tours and hardly ever have […]
This post covers the weather in Barcelona in June, including average temperatures and precipitation. As your tour guide, I bring expertise not only in guiding but also from my extensive career as a retired meteorologist. I provide you with accurate weather forecasts for this month to ensure you are well-prepared for any conditions we might […]
Home to one of the oldest historic districts in America, Alexandria boasts a heavy dose of colonial charm. But it's still a living, breathing, functioning city creating new chapters stacked atop its storied past. Bisecting Old Town from west to east is King Street, a thoroughfare bustling with restaurants and cafes, bars and bistros, stands […]
This post is about the weather in Las Vegas in June, including average temperatures and precipitation. As your tour guide and a former meteorologist, I deliver reliable weather forecasts for this month's activities. June in Las Vegas brings very dry weather, hot afternoons but with comfortable to warm nights. HOW HOT IS LAS VEGAS IN […]
The Library of Congress Building on Capitol Hill is one of Washington, DC's best architectural treasures and a must-visit for all. Better still, it's free to enter, whether you are using the library for research or a visiting tourist. And, as local tour guides who regularly lead tours here, we are lucky to have jobs […]
We offer local neighborhood tours of Washington, DC for anyone looking for a #staycation or locals who want to explore DC. H Street NE through the lense of Gentrification. Explore the interplay of historic Washington's rise through the struggles after the 1968 uprisings. Significant focus on how gentrification is playing out today in the neighborhood […]
This post is a guide to the United States Marine Corps War Memorial (also known as the Iwo Jima Memorial) in Arlington, VA, just outside of Washington, DC. Overview The memorial is dedicated to all US Marine Corps veterans who have served and to those who have given their lives since the Marine Corps began […]
May is the last month of spring and daytime temperatures can range from cool to warm. As your tour guide and a retired meteorologist, I combine my extensive knowledge of weather patterns with my guiding experience to provide you with accurate and detailed forecasts for this month, ensuring you are well-prepared for any conditions we […]
You find the history of any great city not just in its memorials or famous houses but in the establishments where the everyday folks gather to chat, relax, and celebrate the victories of life - I’m referring, of course, to bars! D.C. has a wonderful selection of drinking history and bars for every taste and […]
This post is about visiting the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC, including tours and performances. The Kennedy Center is a living memorial to President Kennedy and a performing arts center. The mission is to bring the arts to all. From the Kennedy Center Opera House to contemporary music outdoors […]
The National Archives is more than just the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights; but you don't want to miss this documents. Tickets are not required to visit the National Archives; but they do help you avoid the wait line. But once you're inside you're on your own to experience the […]
Washington DC is a fun and family-friendly city to visit this summer. There are plenty of fun and free things to do all around the city, and this is your guide to enjoying the best of DC this summer. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN DC IN SUMMER This is a Top 10 list of […]
No matter how long I've lived in New York City, I am always spotting new photo ops among the diverse urban and natural landscapes. With architecturally impressive buildings, colorful street art and breathtaking skyline views from dozens of locations, NYC is a dream for photographers -- novice or professional. My Instagram feed is filled with […]
Afternoons are comfortable to cool with chilly nights and mornings. My expertise as a retired meteorologist complements my tour guide duties, giving you accurate weather forecasts for this month. Temperatures Afternoon high temperatures tend to be comfortable early in October, generally averaging near 76-77 F (24-25 C) but cool quickly to 68-70 F (20-21 C) […]
