The Hudson Valley in New York is home to some incredible hikes, great views and awesome towns with good eats. What many don’t realize is that it’s also home to the Angry Orchard cider house. After discovering that Angry Orchard had a cider house in NY, we quickly booked a tour, headed up for a day trip from NYC and …
Over the July 4th long weekend we snuck away for a quick trip to Charleston, South Carolina. From the stunning houses, relaxing beaches, amazing restaurant scene and overly nice crowd- this is the perfect long-weekend trip. For our complete Charleston three-day itinerary, keep reading! Getting Around Charleston One you’re in Charleston, the historic district is where you’ll spend most of …
Not far from Manhattan is Sandy Hook, New Jersey. Sandy Hook is home to some great beaches and is one of our favorite summer day trips from NYC. Sandy Hook is apart of the Gateway National Recreation Area and is located at the most northern part of Monmouth County. As an overview, you can catch a 30-minute ferry from Manhattan …
When you hear of Martha’s Vineyard, you often think of sandy beaches, grassy dunes and stunning houses- as you should! But with so many areas to explore and so many beaches, how do you decide? For starters, many beaches become local only during the peak season (Memorial weekend until Labor Day weekend), so ensure you go to public beaches only. …
If you’re looking to get away for a long weekend, look no further than Martha’s Vineyard! Martha’s Vineyard, affectionately called The Vineyard, is an island off the coast of Massachusetts. The Vineyard captures New England summers perfectly, filled with lighthouses, sandy beaches and great food. This 26 mile long and 9-mile wide island is packed with fun and we will …
We believe NYC is one of the most photogenic cities, ever. That being said, it can be daunting to enter the city and know exactly where to get those perfect Instagram shots you’ve seen all over social media. That’s where our guide on the 20+ best Instagram spots in NYC comes in handy! We have spent the last 2+ years wandering …
Olympic National Park (ONP) in Washington State is home to many incredible beaches. But which one(s) should you visit? We’ve created a comprehensive breakdown of all the main beaches to help guide you. Determining which specific beach to visit will depend on what you’re looking for, but rest assured – there is something for everyone! Kalaloch Beach Distance from …
NYC is popular year-round with plenty of all-season activities. However, there is something about summertime in the city that cannot be beat. For locals, summertime equates to a need to get outside to the beach. As we head into our third summer in the city we thought we would round up our absolute favorite ways to spend a NYC summer …
Every year the start of spring gets us excited for the upcoming warm weather. Living in NYC, we always start to plan ways to escape for the day and enjoy nature. Going on a hike is one of our favorite outdoor activities to do. What many don’t realize is how many great hikes upstate New York has! We have compiled …
In Manhattan, just south of Wall Street, is Governors Island. Governors Island is 172 acres of car-free space to walk around. Filled with chairs, hammocks, biking trails and historic buildings to explore you will not be bored. Pair this with the unobstructed and sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline and it cannot be missed. Governors Island is located 800 yards …