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TRAVEL TRENDS FOR 2022

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Get a list of DC's FREE Museums

With more FREE museums than probably any major city in the U.S., Washington, DC, offers locals and visitors alike a budget-friendly way to enjoy art, history, and culture.

Get a list of DC's free museums (complete with their address and links to their websites) so you can plan your 1st - or next - visit to Washington, DC!

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Aug 19

Sunset from Carter Mountain in Charlottesville, VA. Breathtaking!

#sunsets #sunsetsky #sunsetphotography #sunsetgram #charlottesvilleva #cartermountainorchard #vusitva #sunsetoftheday

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Jul 1

[⬅️ Swipe] If you enjoy history, photography, and/or the outdoors, Harpers Ferry, WV, should be on your list of places to visit. It’s a fun place to explore and great destination for a day trip if you live in Northern VA, MD, WV, or DC.

Harpers Ferry National Historic Park (@harpersferrynps) is located at the junction of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers and the intersection of the Appalachian Trail, the C&O Canal Towpath, and the Potomac Heritage Trail.

The bridge (photo #1) connects West Virginia and Maryland and its not uncommon to encounter hikers tackling a portion of (or hiking the entire) Appalachian Trail. Sweethearts also enjoy the beautiful views from the bridge and sometimes leave a lock behind to commemorate their love.

🌟PRO TIP: For great view/photo opportunities, either:
- follow the steps in town up past St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church to Harpers Cemetery at the top of the hill
OR
- hike up to the top of one of the trails to get a view of the river and historic downtown area

#harpersferrywv #daytrips #travel #daytripideas #history #civilwar #outdooractivities #hiking #hikingtrails #appalachiantrail #candocanaltowpath #potomacheritagetrail @hfcnps #photography

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Jun 15

One of my favorite activities when I travel is to take photos (and videos) of the people, places & things I encounter. I mean, I really LOVE it 😍 TBH, though, it can be difficult to put down the camera (or phone) and just live in the moment…but I’m working on it.

In April, I combined my 2 passions - travel & photography - when I took a @photoenrichment photography tour of Chicago run by travel photographer and tour operator @ralphvelasco.

In this photo: me (2nd from the right), my friend/travel buddy @kimberlycecchini (3rd from the right), and the rest of the tour group.

The tour was great (thanks, Ralph), Chicago was awesome, I met some great people, and I came back with some wonderful memories (both in my head and in photo/video form). I couldn’t have asked for a better 1st trip to the Windy 💨 City.

What’s YOUR favorite thing to do when you travel? 🤔

📍Downtown Chicago by the river
📸 @ ralphvelasco

#travelphotography #travelphotographer #photographytour #nationalphotographyday #traveladdict #saycheese #dslrphotography #visitchicago

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Jun 14

There’s nothing better than starting the day enjoying a gorgeous sunrise like this. Whenever I stay at a place t where I can get a view like this, I set my alarm and get up to watch the sunrise at least once. Its a great way to enjoy some quiet time before the day starts. This is one of my simple pleasures and travel rituals. I highly recommend it! And if you can share it with someone special, it’s even better.

#sunrise #sunrise_sunset_photogroup #sunriseoftheday #sunrisephotography #sunrise_sunsets #sunrisevibes #anewday #timelapsesunrise #simplepleasures

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Jun 8

Caught this gorgeous sunset tonight. Looks like 🔥in the sky. Mother Nature is quite an artiste!

#sunsetsofinstagram #sunsetphotography #sunsets_captures #sunsetoftheday

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May 27

“I am going to keep having fun every day I have left, because there is no other way of life. You just have to decide whether you are a Tigger or an Eeyore.” - Randy Pausch

I’m definitely a Tigger! Life is too short to not have fun and try to find some joy in every day.

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May 11

Life is more beautiful in color.

#windycity #secondcity @choosechicago #skyscrapers #photography #architecturelovers #ig_architecture #ig_architecturelovers

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May 6

Cloud Gate (commonly referred to as “The Bean” because of it’s shape) is synonymous with Chicago.

Located in Millennium Park in Chicago’s downtown loop, this stunning sculpture by Anish Kapoor was unveiled in 2004 and quickly became one of Chicago’s top tourist attractions.

This iconic polished stainless steel beauty is 33 feet high, 42 feet wide, and 66 feet long and weighs about 110 tons.

One of the coolest things about Cloud Gate is how it reflects the skyline around it - and of course the millions of people who visit it each year.

📍Millennium Park above McCormick Tribune Plaza, Michigan Avenue, Chicago

#thebean #cloudgate #anishkapoor @choosechicago @millennium_park #mccormicktribuneplaza #sculptures #stainlesssteelart #artinstallations #chicagotourism @dirty_corner #chicagotouristattractions @ralphvelasco @photoenrichment #thingstoseeinchicago #chicagobean #chicagoloop

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May 3

3 REASONS TO VISIT CHICAGO

The Windy City has been on my bucket list for awhile. I’m happy to say that I finally got to explore it over a long weekend and LOVED it! such a cool place with so much to do and see.

#windycity #secondcity #skyscrapers #chicagoskyline #photography @choosechicago #architecturelovers #ig_architecture #ig_architecture #ig_architecturelovers #ig_foodies #travelblogger #travelphotography #destinations @rpmitalian @thehamptonsocial @loumalnatis @wendellaboats #wendellariverandlaketour @_chicago_life #chicago #chicagotourism

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May 3

I finally got to visit Chicago for a long weekend after wanting to go there for a long time and I LOVED it!

I walked a LOT, went on a few tours, and met some really awesome people.

There are so, so many reasons to visit (more than 3, for sure!). This video just scratches the surface!

Have YOU been to Chicago? Any must-see or do recommendations?

#windycity #secondcity #skyscrapers #chicagoskyline #photography @choosechicago #architecturelovers #ig_architecture #ig_architecture #ig_architecturelovers #ig_foodies #travelblogger #travelphotography #destinations @rpmitalian @thehamptonsocial @loumalnatis @wendellaboats #wendellariverandlaketour @_chicago_life #chicago #chicagotourism

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May 1

“A photograph is the save button for the mind’s eye.”

Capturing beautiful images during my travels is my favorite thing to do.

What’s your favorite thing to do when you travel?

#travelphotography #travelblogger #travelvideography #travelohotographersofig #travelpics

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Apr 28

Awesome #Architecture in Downtown #Chicago

#windycity #secondcity @choosechicago #skyscrapers #photography #architecturelovers #ig_architecture #ig_architecturelovers

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Mar 2

Read Across America Day is celebrated each year on or near the birthday of beloved children’s author Dr. Seuss.

Although it was originally created as a way to encourage children to read, I think Read Across America Day is also a great reminder for adults about how fun it can be to get lost in a good book.

Here are a few of my favorite books that inspire wanderlust (and maybe even a little self-reflection).

What books inspire YOU to travel?

#books #favoritebooks #readacrossamericaday #travelinspiration #travelbooks #drseuss #drseussbirthday #ohtheplacesyoullgo

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Mar 2

Today is Mardi Gras (“Fat Tuesday” in French), the day before Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. Fat Tuesday is historically the last night to indulge in rich, fatty foods before Lent begins and those that observe Lent sacrifice and fast.

The first Mardi Gras in New Orleans took place in 1837. The people of New Orleans embraced this annual celebration and eventually New Orleans became synonymous with Mardi Gras during which celebrants “Laissez les bon temps rouler” (let the good times roll). Bourbon Street in the French Quarter is where most people gather.

Each of the vibrant colors of Mardi Gras associated with this celebration represent specific things:
💜 Purple = Justice
💚 Green = Faith
💛 Gold = Power

I saw these beautiful masks when I visited #TheBigEasy a few years ago and just had to take a photo 🎭

#mardigras #neworleans #letthegoodtimesroll #mardigras2022 #nawlins #beads #masks #celebrations #bourbonstreet #music #jazzmusic @visitneworleans @mardigras_2k22 #crescentcity #birthplaceofjazz @suered1985

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Feb 22

Although Presidents’ Day is now observed in the U.S. on the 3rd Monday of February, it was originally celebrated on February 22nd - George Washington’s birthday.

Over the years, it’s evolved into a holiday celebrating George Washington’s birthday as well Abraham Lincoln’s (born February 12th).

If you live or work in the Washington, DC area or plan to visit, you can learn about these 2 historic figures at:

🇺🇸The Washington Monument - The National Mall, Washington, DC

🇺🇸 Mount Vernon, the home of George & Martha Washington - Mount Vernon, VA

🇺🇸 Lincoln Memorial - The National Mall, Washington, DC

🇺🇸 Abraham Lincoln’s Cottage at the Soldier’s Home, Lincoln’s summer home during his presidency - Washington, DC

#presidentsday #travel #history #presidents #tourism #monuments #memorials @washingtonmonumentdc @mount_vernon #lincolnmemorial @lincolnscottage

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Feb 17

Today is #RandomActsofKindnessDay. There are so many ways to show kindness when you travel. Here are a few of my favorites:

🌎 Support local businesses (like the shopkeeper in Israel pictured above)
🌎 Share a good review for a restaurant or business on Yelp, Trip Advisor, etc.
🌎 Pay the toll for the person behind you
🌎 Put coins in an expired parking meter
🌎 Offer to take a photo of a solo traveler, a couple, or a family

I have been fortunate to have been the recipient of so many acts of kindness by total strangers when I traveled…in Asheville, NC; in Costa Rica; in San Diego, CA.

You never know what your small gesture will mean to someone.

#rak #kindnessmatters #kindnessrocks #makekindnessthenorm #rakday #travelkindly #travel #rakday2022