16 gross things in hotel rooms — and what I do about them
From TV remotes to bed cushions, here are the icky things in hotel rooms worth checking, plus easy hygiene tips for a cleaner stay
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Exploring the South
Why the South gets under your skin I love everything about the American South! These posts cover Louisianna, Mississippi and Tennessee – a region with so much character, heel-stomping music, more food and more soul than almost anywhere else I’ve travelled. I’ve ridden on a Mardi Gras float in New Orleans, boated through swamplands, stayed…
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My USA Travel Collection
Everything you need for a USA trip in one place America is enormous, endlessly surprising and — once you’ve been — completely addictive. I first fell in love with the United States as a teenage exchange student in Maryland, graduating in Washington DC’s Kennedy Center, and I’ve been going back for about 40 years. I’ve…
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Where (and when) to see Cherry Blossoms in Washington DC
There’s a brief window to see the thousands of blossom trees in Washingon DC, so let me give you some tips
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What to wear in Nashville
Will I look out of place in my regular clothes from home? See photos of the Nashville look!
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My favorite things to do in Nashville!
From music tours in museums, the best music bars, shopping and downtown hotels, here is my quick guide to Nashville
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The cheat sheet, easy way to creating your own travel itinerary
No need to reinvent the wheel with this simple tip for how to create a fabulous travel itinerary
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8 amazing places to visit this year
If you’re looking for some inspiration for your 2025 travels, here are the destinations I have picked out
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Get totally spooked this Halloween at Eastern State Penitentiary!
The scariest night of my life was halloween at Philadelphia’s Eastern State Penitentiary! Here’s what to expect at the annual fundraiser
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Join my Thailand Tour – July 2025
This tour is sold out. BANGKOK • KOH SAMUI 16-24 July 2025 SHOPPING • SPAS • ROOFTOP BARS How about a luxury 10-day trip to Thailand this year? A good excuse for some rest and relaxating, a spot of shopping, some great food and exploring some of the highlights of Bangkok, with the laid back beach/resort vibe…
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Visiting Graceland in 2026: Everything you need to know (tickets, tours & tips)
Come and nosey through the Elvis mansion with me and get all the info you need to know before you go
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11 super easy tips to take great photos with your phone
Try these clever yet simple tips for taking amazing photos on your phone
