I have been on an intense, extended, and SERIOUS mission in Richmond the past 4 months: to find the best coffee all over the city. And I’m finally ready to tell you about my findings. I could say that it’s been a difficult journey. I mean, I don’t have a car so getting to all…
Travel Style: Long Weekend in Tampa, Florida
Did you guys know I went to the University of Tampa? Yep…a long time ago. It’s been a minute since I visited the city, but it will always have a special place in my heart with all the college memories I have there. And it’s fun to visit now that I’m older and have just…
Should You Use a DSLR Camera or Smartphone Camera for Travel? (With Photo Comparison)
As if packing outfits for travel isn’t hard enough, I’m also usually debating whether or not to bring my DSLR camera or just my smartphone for photos. I mean, smartphone cameras are getting so good, is it even necessary to use a DSLR anymore? Can you guess if the photo above is from a smartphone…
Historic Garden Week: Visiting Virginia’s Beautiful Homes and Gardens
Thank you to the Garden Club of Virginia for sponsoring this post. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I may be a little biased, but I think Virginia is one of the prettiest states. Probably THE prettiest. There are mountains, the coast, historic towns, fresh neighborhoods, and equal parts nature and city. And one…
Vacation Style: From Virginia to California
If you wondered why things were a little quiet this week on the blog, it’s because I’m still recovering from my recent trip to Virginia and California for about 10 days. I spent a few days with my family on the east coast, headed to the west coast for my best friend’s wedding, and then…