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Enjoying the Countryside In New Jersey
Back when I used to live in New York City, escaping to New Jersey to participate in things like horse races and outdoor concerts was always a lot of fun. While we toured the northern part of the Garden...
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A Romantic Weekend In San Antonio
It was our third wedding anniversary and we wanted to get away. San Antonio beckoned with its romantic River Walk, rich history and beautifully preserved architecture. Almost 300 years old, the city is...
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Ten Free Things To Do In San Antonio
San Antonio is home to dozens of attractions, leaving visitors only with the problem of figuring out how to best spend their time. From museums to theme parks to historic sites, there is something for...
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Houston Museum of Natural Science
Being one of the largest cities in the United States, Houston is home to several world class museums, which I’ve only just begun to explore. Drawn to their new Hall of Ancient Egypt, I decided to make...
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Houston Hotels: Royal Sonesta
If you’re visiting Houston you have a few options for places in which to situate yourself. One of the most popular locations is in Uptown near The Galleria where you’ll be close to plenty of dining and...
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Houston Historic Heights Shopping
I’m always looking for a unique place to do some shopping, especially around the holidays, and I wasn’t disappointed by my venture out to Houston’s Historic Heights district. I meandered along 19th...
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Chicago In Snow On New Year’s Day
We had a very family focused New Year’s this year. John’s parents have been here with us over the holidays all the way from Australia and we all headed up to Chicago to visit my father’s side of the...
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Texas Junk
Tucked away on a quiet street in the Fourth Ward is a constantly evolving collection of treasures. I had a chance to chat with the charismatic proprietor of Texas Junk, Bob Novotney. He has been in...
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What’s On Your Bumper?
Living abroad for so many years, I’d forgotten how much the art of self-expression is alive and well on the bumpers of American vehicles. Why update your social media pages when you can permanently...
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The World’s Worst Drivers Are In Houston
Dear Houston drivers, Please head to your nearest department of motor vehicles and pick up a copy of the Texas Driver’s Handbook. Because for a bunch of people who must spend half of their waking lives...
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A Spring Staycation In Houston (Part One)
Desperately in need of a mini-break, John and I put our work aside last weekend for a change and headed to Houston’s CityCentre for 24 hours of fun. We were lucky guests at the chic Hotel Sorella, one...
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A Spring Staycation In Houston (Part Two)
After a delicious gourmet evening at The Capital Grille, we pretty much fell into bed. Awaking the next day among the soft sheets and plush pillows of our luxurious bed at the Hotel Sorella, we were...
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Austin Snapshots: Around Town 1
The quirky little capital of Texas kept us busy for a couple of days this month. This very walkable city boasts world-class dining, culture and nightlife with plenty of shopping too. At 308 feet tall,...
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Austin Snapshots: Around Town 2
Austin is called the “Live Music Capital of the World,” with around 250 venues, most of them open every night. Most of the action can be found along Sixth and Fourth Streets, East Riverside Drive and...
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Austin Snapshots: Hilton Garden Inn Downtown/Convention Center
Situated in a perfect location where the Red River and Warehouse districts meet East Austin, the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown/Convention Center is the place to stay if you want to be among the nightlife...
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Austin Snapshots: Cool Cars
We weren’t in Austin very long before we started to notice some unusual cars cruising along the city streets. At first we just thought this was par for the course in hip Austin. But we soon realized...
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Living And Working In The United States: An Outsider’s View
I’ve been living in the USA for a little over a year now, so it’s a good time to reflect on being a foreigner in this great land. I’m a ‘true blue’ Aussie, so please bear that in mind while reading...
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Woodlands Weekend At Hyatt Market Street
Nestled among 28,000 acres of forest preserve, The Woodlands is a beautiful suburb just 30 minutes north of Houston. While it is home to many local residents and companies of all sizes, The Woodlands...
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Flying Private: The New Galaxy FBO Facility In Conroe, TX
Next time you’re juggling your laptop and carry-on bag in a crowded airport security line or trying to find a comfortable place to sit during a layover, try not to get too down about what we’re about...
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Why Traveling With Your Children Is Important
Today’s guest post is a fun one because it has to do with children’s travel. I think most die-hard adventurers would agree that kids should be exposed to new experiences and lots of new places. James...
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