According to historians, brunch has been part of the American dining experience since the 1930s but it’s truly exploded in the dining scenes of the 21st century. D.C. is a city that loves brunch and we’ve rounded out a few of our favorite options. 1. Founding Farmers Beignets made to order, farmhouse waffles and fried […]
If our Historic Georgetown or Ghosts of Georgetown walking tours don't fit into your schedule, or if you're interested in learning more about a particular theme in Georgetown history, we've developed a few self-guided tours of Georgetown! Any of these tours are available as a guided private tour option! If you'd like a guide to […]
Georgetown is an instagram hotspot - just check out our feed! But this is a list of our top Instagrammable sites in Georgetown with some of the history behind it. #tourguidelife 1. Julia Child's House In 1948, Julia and Paul Child, who met while working for the O.S.S. (whose head also lived in Georgetown), purchased […]
This post covers things to do in Washington DC in April, including a top 10 list and some honorable mentions full of activities, events, and entertainment. It is updated for 2025. The weather is warming up a bit. Some afternoons are starting to move into the 60s, making it comfortable to do more outdoors. Read […]
September in Miami has hot afternoons and warm nights with high humidity and frequent late day and evening showers and thunderstorms. Late September sometimes can be slightly cooler and drier. Combining my roles as a tour guide and a retired meteorologist, I keep you informed about the expected weather this month. Temperature Daytime high temperatures […]
In this post, we go over what to expect weatherwise in Miami during the month of October, including tips on what to pack. With my dual experience as a tour guide and a retired meteorologist, I offer reliable weather predictions for this month. Temperature Daytime high temperatures tend to be around 87-88 F (31 C) […]
May in Las Vegas features sunny, dry weather with very warm to hot afternoons and cool to comfortable nights and mornings. As both your tour guide and a retired meteorologist, I help you stay ahead of the weather this month. Average Temperatures Daytime high temperatures tend to be near 85-86 F (29-30 C) early in […]
Oak Hill Cemetery is one of our favorite historic and beautiful places to explore in Georgetown and DC by Foot is excited to partner with them to offer specialized walking tours of their grounds. Practically a country club of the afterlife, Oak Hill Cemetery in Georgetown is where elite Washingtonians have come to rest for […]
As someone fortunate enough to study in Paris for a year, I had to learn to use the metro as soon as I got off the plane! I planned to take the metro from the airport to my destination in the center of Paris. I had figured out which metro lines to use, but before […]
Long before the 1973 Exorcist movie put Georgetown on the map for horror fans, tales of ghosts and the otherworldly was a deep part of the town. It may be a combination of ambiance, architecture, and landscaping... but Georgetown is seriously haunted. Below are some, not so well known, spooky facts about this old port town. 1. There is a fence […]
If you’re planning to catch a Washington Wizards basketball game or some Capitals hockey, or maybe even a stadium-filling concert, you’ll find the neighborhood around the Capital One Arena has plenty to offer. Here’s some advice for visiting. Getting there: Metro - The Gallery Place/Chinatown stop on the Yellow, Green, and Red lines is actually […]
When you’re visiting Washington D.C., you may find yourself wanting to get around just a little bit faster. A scooter is a great way to do just that. When we’re talking about scooters, we mean dockless electric scooters that you ride while standing (not mobility scooters.) You typically check them out on your phone, pay […]
Nationals Park is located in SW DC and while there is a lot of history here, most of the neighborhood has been built up in recent years. The area of town that Nationals Park is located in is the Navy Yard, but this post is going to focus on the area just around the stadium […]
Seeing a Broadway show can definitely be an expensive outing, but it doesn’t have to be. That is great news for me and so many others who love musicals and plays. Because I work in the theater industry, I try to see as many shows as possible, preferably without spending all my disposable income! There […]
Been wondering what to check out on your first trip to Washington? We have compiled a quick list that should give you some guidance on planning your trip. Stop 1 - Photos at the Capitol, Supreme Court, and White House Washington D.C. is full of iconic buildings, but there are three especially impressive and beautiful […]
This post highlights the best things to do in National Harbor, Maryland and has been updated for 2025. It includes a top 10 list, evening, free, and family-friendly activities, as well as annual seasonal events. When applicable, we’ve marked items that are free and/or kid-friendly. If you’re visiting from DC, be sure to check out […]
