Walking the Freedom Trail is one of Boston’s best experiences. On this walk, learn about Paul Revere’s midnight ride, visit historic meetinghouses and churches, and learn about battles and events that sparked that start of the Revolutionary War. In this guide, we cover the sights along the Freedom Trail, how to walk the Freedom Trail […]
There is a lot to see and do in Boston, but if you can pull yourself away for a day, there are several nearby towns that are perfect for a day trip. Plymouth, just a short drive from Boston, is where the pilgrims first made landfall in Massachusetts, establishing one of the oldest settlements in […]
On a weekday in July, Kara, Grandmom and I spent our day at Gettysburg National Military Park. We spent almost one full day here and filled up our time with different tours of the park. There is plenty to do here in one day and every experience is unique. A Brief History of Gettysburg Let’s […]
Hiroshima was the location of the first of two atomic bombs dropped on Japan during World War II. I had envisioned Hiroshima as a radioactive wasteland, a grim reminder of WWII’s horror. However, during our day trip to Hiroshima, we learned that is not the case at all. Hiroshima is a thriving, vibrant city, with […]
While my family and I were visiting Phnom Penh, Cambodia, we wanted to learn more about Pol Pot and the Killing Fields. We learned that Pol Pot did terrible things to Cambodia, and it was one of the most tragic events in all of Cambodia. This post was written by Tyler in 2015. Who Was […]