Day 1 of New York, we spent a lot of time checking out the main landmarks of the city: Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal, Times Square. If the first day was about getting one’s bearings, the second day was definitely heavy on New York food and culture. We started out day early in the morning to try and get…
After exploring Philadelphia, it was a quick bus ride into The Big Apple. We arrived in the evening, so we didn’t do much except catch up with friends. Adventures would have to wait until the morning. As we were staying in Queens across the East River, we woke up to the stunning sight of Manhattan Island. I was surprised at…
From its place as the signing of the Declaration of Independence to one of the first race riots of the Civil Rights Era, Philadelphia is a city steeped in history. Another significant part of Philadelphia is its love for the local specialty—the Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich. While in Philadelphia, I had the chance to check out what the hype was. To…
Growing up, I remember learning about the historical significance of Philadelphia and its place in history. As a central physical location in the original thirteen colonies, it became a hub of commerce and a natural meeting point during talks of revolution. Philadelphia was the location of the First Continental Congress and, later, signing of the United States Declaration of Independence….
If West Portland is the business center of the area, East Portland is the cultural heart of the region. The next afternoon after my whirlwind trip across the city, we headed east to have a great meal and experience some local street art before flying out. It was the perfect bookend to the trip. If you’re planning on going to…
