The California Zephyr is a 2,438 mile route spanning from Emeryville, California (just outside of San Francisco and Oakland) to Chicago, Illinois. Over the course of 3 days, the train will travel through Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Colorado, Utah, Nevada, and California. You will wind through the Sierra Nevada, cross the Mississippi River, and pass through […]
Silfra is a fissure between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. This means that the Silfra fissure is technically the separation point between the continents. The divide was caused by an earthquake in the late 1700s. Today, the fissure is a hot-spot for divers. It is the only place in the world where you […]
In 2017, I made may way to Florence from Rome via the bumpiest bus known to man. The entire ride, all I remember thinking was “this is absolutely not worth it”. Spoiler alert: it was. Florence is a gorgeous city, and a perfect spot to spend a weekend when you are exploring Tuscany. There are […]
Chicago is one of the greatest cities in the world. If you are a first-time visitor to the city, you’re in luck! Some of the best Chicago neighborhoods are right at your fingertips. From ‘hipster’ Wicker Park to ‘touristy’ River North to ‘peaceful’ Lincoln Park, you are sure to find an area that fits your […]
Growing up just outside of Chicago, saying I am a “huge fan” of the city is an understatement. The city is never shy of activity. However, when you are a broke high schooler looking to ball on the budget during a summer day, you get crafty. Luckily, there are so many amazing free things to […]
Ahhh Chicago. The city most near and dear to my heart, and my home away from home. I grew up just outside of Chicago, and I can honestly say that the city remains one of my very favorite places in the world. There are so many wonderful things to do in Chicago, and it is […]
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