If you read this blog, then, like me, you probably have a passion for travel. A curiosity about the world. A desire for a more meaningful existence. I personally think that travel is one of the best educations and investments in you. Through travel, you learn about yourself, you learn about others, and you bridge the gap between yourself and that which was previously unknown to you. It is then that you realize that, despite different languages, cultures, and religious beliefs, most of the world is the same. In a way, travel erases fear and, sometimes, prejudices.
The goal of this blog is to encourage you to travel. In my opinion, what stops people from traveling is not always the time or the money (those are just the excuses), but fear and maybe a little bit of ignorance. I found 5 quotes that sum up my travel philosophy, and I would like to share them with you. 
Truer words have never been spoken. As the saying goes, the only certainty in life is death and taxes. So, since you know you only have a limited amount of time on this planet, why not spend it living? I am not advocating that you just quit your job, shirk all your responsibilities, and run around the world living a gypsy life. What I am saying is make time to live. Go outside of your comfort zone. Try something new. Go somewhere new. Learn something new. Which brings me to my next philosophy:
Dreams are aspirational. Plans are more concrete. Travel doesn’t have to be a dream. It should be a plan. Make travel part of your plan. Pick a place that has always interested you, set aside some time (like literally request the time off of work and put it on your calendar, even if it is a year away), set a realistic budget (a little internet research and can help you determine how much it will cost to get there and stay there, and then add 10 to 20% so there are no surprises), and then work towards that goal (skip that morning coffee, and put the money in your travel fund; bring your lunch instead of going out, and put that money in your travel fund; walk instead of uber, and get exercise and a few more dollars for your travel fund). That way, you can
Because, let’s be honest, there is nothing worse than regret. And, 
You were meant for so much more than that! So, the next time you are feeling the pressures of work (and life), just remember,
Take some time out in your life to enjoy all that hard work and to fill your soul. You deserve an adventure! You deserve to
Okay, so that was 6 philosophies. I guess I was feeling generous. Anyway, I hope this post inspires you to take that trip that you have pushed to the back of your mind, and, as always, I would love to hear about it.
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Family vacations: where to go, is there anything there to entertain the kids, how much will this cost? I am assuming this is what goes through every parent’s mind when it comes time to plan the family vacation. I bet it feels more like a chore than an adventure, so I am guessing that most people just go back to what they know: Disney.
Ah, our nation’s capitol! Do you know why this takes the number one spot? Because, once you get there (and getting there is not too expensive on 
Day 1 (Friday): Wake up early and get a good breakfast in you; you’re going to need it! Hopefully, you got tickets to tour the White House, so do that first. If not, you should still swing by and get a gander at it from the outside. After the White House, walk over to the National Mall (see photo above), which has all the major memorials. Start at the Washington Monument (you can pre-buy tickets to go up!). A short distance away is the World War II Memorial. From there, walk through the promenade (bonus if you are there during cherry blossom season) beside the reflecting pool until you reach the Lincoln Memorial. After the Lincoln Memorial, head over to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Once you are done here, rent a paddle boat and get a view of the Jefferson Memorial and the Martin Luther King Memorial from either side of the tidal basin. Stop for lunch. After lunch, hit the Capitol Building, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress.
Days 2 and 3 (Saturday and Sunday): Make your last 2 days museum days. You can visit dinosaurs and mammals at the National Museum of History, airplanes at the National Air and Space Museum, the U.S.’s only Leonardo Da Vinci painting at the National Gallery of Art, the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence at the National Archives, or all the cute animals at the National Zoo. If you are looking to take a short half day-trip from the city, consider visiting 
You may be wondering why Atlanta is on the list (and at the number 2 spot). Well, first, it’s pretty cheap to get to (
After the aquarium, take walk over to the 
Burn off some of that sugar high by visiting the nearby Centennial Olympic Park or Piedmont Park.
Other family-friendly attractions that add a little history and education include the Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Atlanta Botanical Gardens, Martin Luther King National Historic Site, Underground Atlanta, High Museum of Art, Atlanta Cyclorama and Civil War Museum, and Margaret Mitchell House and Museum.
Everyone loves the Big Apple, and you and your family cannot run out of things to do here! Both JetBlue and Delta offer reasonable flights into New York (you can also combine a visit to D.C. with a visit to N.Y., and take the train). In my opinion, the best time to visit New York is during the holidays when the city is all dressed up! Here is my suggested itinerary for a perfect three-day weekend: Plan to fly/drive in on Thursday late afternoon or evening, and check into your hotel; then, head straight to Times Square. It is cheesy and touristy, but it is iconic, and your kids have not lived a full life without at least experiencing it once.
When you are done here, head to the 9/11 Memorial, the Empire State Building, and/or Top of the Rock.
Day 2 (Saturday): Visit Central Park, have lunch, and go ice-skating! Afterwards, head to one of the city’s many museums like The Museum of Natural History, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Guggenheim, the Whitney Museum of American Art, or the MoMA (Museum of Modern Art). 
Day 3 (Sunday): Save your Sunday for a 
At some point before you leave, make it a priority to stop at 
The 
Okay, so Hawaii isn’t a city; it’s a state, and you may be surprised to see Hawaii on my list, but here it is! Hawaii has gotten cheaper to get to, although it is still an expensive place to visit. But, if your family craves some amazing beach time coupled with a little history and nature, then this is the place to go. I think that a week here is enough time to visit Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island.
Start on Oahu because most flights come into Oahu anyway. I think 2 to 3 days in Oahu is plenty. That will give you enough time to visit Pearl Harbor and the battleships on one day, and hit the beach and perhaps hike diamond head on the others.
The flights between the islands are pretty cheap, so hop a flight to Maui, where you will spend the rest of your time. Aside from beautiful beaches and great snorkeling, in Maui, you can attend a luau, take a drive through the scenic 
I hope this post has inspired you to break out of your family vacation rut, and seek out a new adventure that the whole family can enjoy. Let us know what you think of our suggestions, sample itineraries, and tips and whether you would be interested in a similar post featuring international vacations. Until then, cheers to making memories that’ll last a lifetime!
Once upon a time, four friends graduated law school and real life began. They moved all over Florida, got jobs, got married, and half of them had kids. Gone were the carefree days of Gainesville, Florida (Go Gators!). Now, if the four friends want to get together, they have to coordinate schedules, clear calendars, take time off work, consult with husbands, and hire babysitters. But that is okay, because, once a year, the four friends do just that. This year, they convened in Savannah for three (mostly) carefree days of exploring, shopping, and eating.
We got into town in the early afternoon, and, since we were all starving, we made a beeline to 
If you get there early enough on a weekday, you may want to line up for 
Our next stop was to 
For dinner, we headed over to 
After dinner, we walked over to 
Day 2:
After breakfast, we had a full day of exploring ahead of us! When you think Savannah, think antebellum architecture, historic cobblestone squares, and Spanish moss. There are so many quaint little streets and shops to explore. Once you visit, you will understand why Savannah is chosen as the backdrop for so many movies. 
The Forrest Gump feather flew by this steeple at the beginning of the movie: 
If you love old, historic homes, then this is the town for you.
Iconic Jones Street: 
The Mercer Williams House:
If you like to shop local, you will love Savannah. In addition to cute (but pricey) clothing boutiques and some great home decor stores (like 
If you like your chocolate fancy, then head over to 
Speaking of honey, 
They have a honey tasting bar:
For lunch, you could plan a picnic in 
