If you are looking for Michelin star restaurant recommendations this blog post is not for you! Part of the fun of being in another country is experiencing chain stores and fast food […]
Iconic places to eat in the USA
One big day in Pittsburgh
After arriving from Washington D.C. we had one full day to spend in Pittsburgh. We had beautiful views of the city including the Cathedral of Learning. First stop for breakfast was the […]
Phipps Conservatory, Pittsburgh
One of the highlights of our short trip to Pittsburgh was the Phipps Conservatory. Located to the east of the city in Central Oakland, this impressive botanical garden offers a huge variety […]
Pit-stop at the Gettysburg Museum, Pennsylvania
After our stay in Washington D.C. we were headed on our way to Pittsburgh. After about an hour and half we had crossed the Pennsylvania border, and shortly after we stopped for […]
Philadelphia – Part 2
We started our day with complementary breakfast at our hotel before heading out for the day. We got to Washington Square before realising that I couldn’t find my sunnies! We walked all […]
Philadelphia – Part 1
After our overnight stop in Fairfield, Connecticut we had breakfast at the Circle Diner next to our hotel. It was the first place on our trip that had a real “American diner” […]
Tips for driving in the USA
Driving in another country (especially on the opposite side of the road) might seem a bit scary, but it is usually the best way to see some of the most beautiful landscapes. […]
USA coast to coast road trip – Boston to LA
In the middle of 2018 we used up most of our long service leave to go on (what felt like) the biggest and craziest road trip ever, starting on the east coast […]
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