Twenty-four hours is never enough in any city, but sometimes it’s all you have. And if you want a truly localized experience but only have a day in Brooklyn, here’s where to go, what to do, and how to best experience it, in one day.

Coming from Manhattan, first make your way down to lower Manhattan and walk across the Brooklyn Bridge. Yes, it’s touristy but it’s stunning and should be missed. This piece of architectural magic was the first to unite these two pieces of land, for foot traffic, horse-drawn carriages, and bicyclists at the time it opened in 1869.

The Brooklyn side of the bridge ends in DUMBO, a very historic and quite trendy neighborhood that stands for “Down Under The Manhattan Bridge Overpass”. Both the Manhattan Bridge and Brooklyn Bridge end in this neighborhood within a few blocks of each other, offering iconic views of both boroughs and picture-perfect frames for the infamous skyline (you’re probably familiar with the one above?).

Walk around Brooklyn Bridge Park, which has the best views of lower Manhattan. There’s a fairly hidden bar within the park, as well as a historic schooner-turned-oyster and cocktail bar just off the park in the river, in case you get thirsty (and I recommend that you do). Spend some time exploring the shops and cobblestone streets of DUMBO, but avoid Grimaldi’s. It’s not even close to the best pizza in town, and you don’t want to be one of those mindless tourists spending an hour in line for a sub-par slice.

From there, catch the NYC Ferry from DUMBO up to Williamsburg. Get off in South Williamsburg and walk under the Williamsburg Bridge and into Domino Park. Great waterfront views and my favorite taco spot in town, Tacocina. Owned by some of the best restauranteurs in town (think Union Square Cafe, Gramercy Tavern, Manhatta…) this sneaky little shack is serving some of the best tacos in town, right on the water, for less than $4 a pop. From there, walk up Kent to North 7th- There you’ll find Smorgasburg, a massive, weekly food festival (on Saturdays!) and their new Food Truck Fridays (on… Fridays!) in East River State Park, right on the water. Both will be crowded and full of “influencers” precariously positioning pineapples in Portrait Mode, but also a great way to experience some amazing local fare.

From there, walk East to Bedford Ave (the main drag in Williamsburg) for shops and such. Ideally you’ll find yourself close to sunset and also both the William Vale and Wythe Hotels around the same time. The William Vale is the tallest publicly-accessible structure in the borough, and thus offers unmatched views of the skyline, and damn good cocktails. It is, however, a scene. The Wythe Hotel, just across the street, is tall enough to see it all and has a much more localized vibe.

Make your way north into Greenpoint (the best neighborhood in Brooklyn) and explore the amazing shops along Franklin Street. Get dinner at any of my favorite spots- Chez Ma Tante (French Canadien/British inspired, and probably the best food in north Brooklyn right now), Le Fanfare (Sardinian-Italian spot where I work! Amazing fresh pastas and seafood), Oxomoco (one of two Michelin Starred Mexican places in the city. AMAZING food), Paulie Gee’s (the only pizza spot you need to know about. Unbelievable, and a neighborhood institution.) Cherry Point (mostly British, meat-centric, insanely talented chef) of El Born (authentic Spanish tapas and paella!) I recommend making a reservation ASAP at any of those places! Then go get drinks at Ramona, Troost, or Moonlight Mile,

Still want more? Work off that extra energy and tear up the dance floors at Good Room (edgy, techno-centric club with world-class DJs but an approachable vibe) or Pony Boy (wild dance parties for a youngish crowd that you still can fit right in, at any age) in Greenpoint. If you really want to burn the midnight oil- grab a cab and head to Bushwick to hit up a crazy dance party at House of Yes (part circus, part dance club, this eccentric space was started by a few Burning Man revelers who want to keep the Playa vibes going all year) or Brooklyn Mirage (MASSIVE indoor/outdoor space that is the best place to party outside of Ibiza.) until the wee hours.

Ah Florida, the so-called redneck riviera. That oddly southern slice of the states that has somehow avoided both the charm and refinement that can often be associated with the region. Florida is a stomping ground for spring break revelers, a destination for Nascar enthusiasts, a paradise for pruney post-professional retirees flocking to leisure-centric housing developments. 
But could it be that the entire state has succumbed to these stereotypes?

Of course not.

Forget what you thought about Florida and remember what you’ve always known about traveling – that no place can be determined by what those thought before of it, and as such must be explored, often, and by many feet.

And explore we did, upon two feet (each) and for a brief two-day stint in the diverse and comparatively bohemian little town of St. Petersburg, Florida. 
Let me preface this by saying, two days isn’t quite enough. But on a visit clearly dedicated to seeing family in Clearwater, a quick two-day escape is what we had so we made the most of it. 

Here’s how we did it and how we recommend doing it. 

Where To Stay in St. Petersburg | The Birchwood

Hotels can often feel sterile and inevitably devoid of the culture and life of the place they are set within. We were searching for lodging that felt emblematic to the historic glamour that defines St. Pete, far from any chain hotels or kitschy resorts. The Birchwood, a tastefully funky, hacienda-style oasis right in the heart of the St. Pete art district was exactly what we were looking for.

This stunning boutique hotel provided an approachable yet wholly luxurious experience that was both charming and cozy. We were greeted at the front desk who happily gave us a few tips on the area before handing us the key to our little piece of paradise on the 3rd floor. He popped up again our door within minutes just after we called asking where to find the ice machine. “I’ll be right up,” he appeared then with a bucket of ice and a smile. Because what good is a machine with a button when you can have instead personalized service? These little extras added to not only the level of service but the sense of community and conversation that most modern hotels lack.

The room was a meticulous mix of modernity and historic charm; a glamourous clawfooted bathtub sat within a mostly marble bathroom, contemporary light fixtures illuminated an antique-inspired and dramatically comfortable four post bed. The space felt like the perfect escape while not feeling too secluded from the scene in St. Pete, and our entire experience at the Birchwood, from sunset at the Canopy, dinner at Birch and Vine, and the charming way the lady at the front desk admitted that she couldn’t drive a stick when we asked to get our car from “valet” the next morning made us feel equally like revered guests but also like a part of the family at the Birchwood. 

Visit The Birchwood at 340 Beach Drive NE. Book a room first here, and prepare to never want to leave.

On Your Way to St. Pete

Acai Bowls at Karma Juice Bar

What is it about vacation that tends to steer you recklessly away from anything resembling health food? Driving in from Clearwater, we took this 45 stint as an opportunity to make some definitively good decisions about road trip food amid the (very much voluntary) fried fish and “gourmet” burger options we’d been exploring most of our trip. A brief argument fueled by indirect Google maps instructions and hunger led us to this little health Mecca, right along interstate 19 on your way to St. Pete. This organic juice spot feels good just stepping inside. We chose the Brainiac and the Pitaya bowls plus a pack of kale energy cubes to stave away sinful snacking which, ok, mostly worked. Find them at 209 1st St. NE.

St. Pete Beach and the Don Cesar hotel

Established as a destination for snowbirds and locals alike, St. Pete beach seems to be home to the finest sand beaches and landmarked because of the 1928 Moorish masterpiece, the Don Cesar hotel. This beach still drips and tempts you with prohibition-era glamour and is worth seeing, staying, sunning and sanding for a few hours, even on a quick trip. It gave us an ideal and very real setting to juxtapose our dive into what became a very surreal afternoon of art gazing. 

The Dali Museum

As with most tourist destinations in Florida, this museum is inevitably inhabited by those seekers of a rather refined age. Beat them at their own game by arriving late-ish (around 1pm), going through the museum in the opposite direction (while still using the audio guide, which I highly recommend), and buying tickets online here to bypass the confused queue. 

There is something very sacred about a museum that only showcases one artist’s work, and this surreal trip through the mystical, brazen, and often (evil) mind of Salvadore Dali will leave you with the very feeling of being in the presence of pure genius. In comparison to the Dali Museum in Spain, which was curated by the man himself and thus felt more like a psychotic roller coaster ride through the depths of his consciousness, this is pristine and well-curated to help you understand and appreciate one of the greatest artists of our time. 

In addition to the audio guide, also don’t skip the virtual reality experience. Yes, it seems silly. Yes, your palms will sweat a bit if you have any sort of fear of heights. No there is no better opportunity to dive right into the mind and mayhem that is this artist. It’s free and the line rarely takes more than 15 minutes.

Before departing the museum, get a cava at the Cafe Gala and stroll through the sparse but stunning sculpture garden. Become part of the art my hanging your wristband upon the tree of life.  The Dali museum is located at 1 Dali Blvd. Get tickets before you go right here.

Afternoon Drinks at MacDinton’s Irish Pub

Irish pubs in New York are horribly cheesy, overpriced and tasteless. But I’ve found that Irish pubs nearly anywhere else are usually your best bet to get a localized bar experience. We found ourselves in MacDinton’s on 1st Ave for this very reason. It was 4pm and most other bars were closed or sad, and this one was full of futbol fans drinking and verbally reacting to two Champions League games. After two pints each of local Cigar City brews and a celebratory shot of Jameson (admittedly, I love to see Real Madrid lose a bit too much), plus some much appreciated advice about the area from a bartender and the owner, we walked the two short blocks back to our hotel, just in time to catch the sunset. 242 1st Ave.

Sunset Drinks at Canopy atop the Birchwood Inn

The best way to experience and appreciate all of St. Pete is to get above it. Perched elegantly atop the Birchwood is the Canopy, a stunning rooftop lounge offering panoramic views of this southern paradise and the best way to experience the area’s iconic sunsets. The drink prices juxtapose the glamorous setting, with happy hour (which conveniently coincides with sunset hour) setting us back only $24 after 2 drinks each.

We settled into the seductive seating, as the bright orange hues from the sun gave way to the flames from the open fire pit upon our rather sun-scorched skin. This was the moment we were somehow waiting for, that felt world’s apart from our lives in New York. 

Dinner below at Birch and Vine

Staying in a hotel with one of the top-rated restaurants in the state gives you no need to stray far for dinner. We descended four floors into Birch and Vine, the seductive and intimate dining space within the Birchwood. We were treated like royalty despite our relatively tipsy states, and were received New York caliber service within this historically progressive city. To drink, we chose the Canopy Jewel, a refreshing floral and (mostly!) local cocktail, and the Red Light Negroni, their slightly bolder take on the classic.

We chose the Green Goddess salad to start things off with good intentions, before indulging in the Filet Oscar, elegantly accompanied by local crab and asparagus, and the Sweet Potato Gnocchi with pork belly. The pairing made for a decadent and exotic experience that felt oh-so-far from any pretenses about this state. This was fine dining, and it suited our sunburnt skin and big city hearts just fine. 

Live Music at Ruby’s Elixir

We ended up visiting Florida inconveniently during college spring break, which meant coastline colored with misplaced farmers tans and bars packed with inebriated 20-somethings pulling out dance moves that I’m sure were never in my repertoire no matter how much Red Bull and Vodka I’d consumed a decade ago. As they and we all flocked to the live music and energy at Ruby’s, this crowd only meant for some unmatched people watching and pleasantly unscrutinized dance moves of our own.  Having our view of the band interrupted by 5 rows of misguided and horny and sun-and-beer-soaked college kids was equally painful and nostalgic, and colored the disenchanted renditions of Mr. Jones and Me and who they didn’t know was Tom Petty in a way that felt damn good.  15 3rd St. N.

Brunch at Cassis

I always find myself seeking something slightly Parisien when I travel anywhere outside of Paris. And Cassis, with it’s brightly lit dining space, aptly antique furnishings, and spacious terrace with French-style wicker seating welcomed our slightly-hungover bodies with open arms. We settled into a sunny brunch and deliberated over a menu of mostly local flavors, peppered with Parisien influence.

I chose the Shrimp and Sausage Ragu (with grits!) and the Brioche French Toast, a pairing that was both pleasantly sweet and painfully savory and were only highlighted with a round of sparkling mimosas.

Brunch is served daily from 8am to 3pm, dinner from 4-10pm (or 11pm on weekends) plus bar and lounge stay open a bit later. 170 Beach Dr. 

Visit the Sunken Gardens, on your way out

Part museum, part zoo, part promenade, the Sunken Gardens is a peaceful and romantic way to experience the (magic) of St. Pete on your way out of town. This 100-year old garden is home to some of the most undisturbed and stunning flowers and plantlife in the country. They’ve recently welcomed a (crop? smattering? gaggle? someone help me here…) group of flamingos that will thankfully take no notice of you. Admission is $10 and parking is free. Due to the now disruptive way we now experience places and the noticeably undisrupted nature of the gardens, take heed of their photography policy and appreciate this natural, unfiltered and uninhibited environment as it’s intended. 

Day 1: The Unseen Coastline

Breakfast at Becca and Tour of the Cavalier Hotel

Bike Along the Historic Boardwalk

Have a Locally Tropical Lunch at Aloha Snacks

Discover the Shoreline at Sandbridge + False Cape

Get Into History from Above in a WWII Biplane

Cool Off with a Waterman’s Orange Crush

Have Dinner al Fresco at Rudee’s

Enjoy Distillery-to-Glass Drinks at the Hunt Club

Day 2: Naturally Inhabitated

Get Lost in First Landing State Park

Embark on the Pleasure House Oyster Tour

Get Back to your Roots in Pungo

Have Dinner from a James Beard Award-Winning Chef at Terrapin

After-Dinner Drinks at Pacifica

Day 3: Get into the Revitalization Vibe

Breakfast Pastries atMay’s Parlor

Let Three Ships Coffee Help Steer your Tour of the District

Explore the hub of the ViBe, The Alley

Enjoy Lunch and Community at Java Surf Cafe

Get Into the Spirits at Chesapeake Bay Distillery

Have a Locally-Sourced Dinner at Atlantic on Pacific

Get Carried Away at Auntie’s Tiki Bar

Where to Stay

The Alfond Inn

Where to Dine

Dinner at Luma

Happy Hour at Prato

Where to get out of (but still be kind of in) the daily thunderstorm

BurgerFi

What to Do

Explore Winter Park’s Historic Shopping District

Explore World-Class Art Museums

Winter Park Boat Tour

The Theme Parks

Talk Like A Local

Drink Like A Local

Where To Drink It

Max’s Taphouse

Woody’s Cantina

The Ivy

The dark, seductive bar is a perfect juxtaposition to the bright, open courtyard of this charming boutique hotel, and the cocktails seem to provide the perfect balance between both. Bright and subtle with an edge, we had the bartender mix us up some special concoctions that sipped well from the historic dining room and out into the ivy-covered terraces. Start sipping here. 205 E Biddle St.

 

 

Loch Bar 

Your ideal spot for that transition from day tripping into nightlife, the sunsets here will help you sip and slip into that mischief-seeking maven you and I both know you are. Scroll down to read more about the Loch bar experience,  but what you need to know is that the view and scene are best complimented by oysters and cava and something slug from an animal hoove. (just scroll down)

 

 

Eat Like A Local

Crabs, oysters, and any fish that can be bought off of the back of a fishing boat at early dawn, Baltimore is a city that lives off of and celebrates the livelihood provided by its surroundings. From traditional crab shacks to more refined and inventive restaurants, we found the city’s food scene to be nothing less than intriguing and very pleasantly fishy.

 

LP Steamers 

I’ve made LP Steamers a permanent stop every single time I’ve been in Baltimore since I was a kid. This no-frills eatery located in locust point and you can smell it blocks away, crabs and old bay and natty boh blend together into an intoxicating aroma that you can’t walk away from. sit on the roof. get a pitcher of bo for $9. it comes with a melt-proof ice column to keep the beer cold because if you know anything about crab picking, it’s a long, arduous, and rewarding process that keeps your hands rather occupied. but of course, goes way smoother with a crisp pilsener. there will be a wait, so prepare to accordingly. then sit and pick and don’t miss the hush puppies either. Prepare for your wait here. 1100 E Fort Ave.

Ekiben Buns

Pork buns, in a harbor town? yep. we found them and boy am i glad. hannah and i sniff out pork buns in every town, from taipei to madrid to new york to baltimore. At Eikiben, the buns are massive and full of flavor, so just one is plenty to fill you up. It’s also byob so hannah and I ordered plenty of bao to accompany our bottle of cava, and yes, we finished everything and left satisfied and quite bubbly. (which is a euphemism for tipsy.) Get your buns here now.  1622 Eastern Ave.

 

Breakfast in Bed, at the Kimpton

So I kind of hate brunch. Why? Because it takes up way too much of the day. We skipped this popular city institution for a perfect breakfast in bed, admittedly, to better prepare ourselves for the day ahead and maybe because we couldn’t quite pull ourselves out of the immensely cozy beds at the Kimpton. We ordered room service when we woke up Saturday morning, mostly because there is nothing more indulgent than ordering room service breakfast, and we were on vacation. Kind of.  This level indulgence at least juxtaposed day-to-day life in Brooklyn enough to mentally take us away. We simply asked the kitchen to send us up two of their favorite dishes, and we appreciated and enjoyed every bite of the “healthy” eggs benny and chorizo scramble. Plus the carafe full of coffee helped scoot us out the door.

 

Little Havana

We happened upon Little Havana out of necessity really. We were hungry and tipsy after our afternoon at the tiki barge and needed something quick before our next appointment. Quickly we realized that Little Havana should have been on our list all along. Great outdoor space that stretches out into the bay, fresh seafood, and big mojitos. Pop in, cool off, fill up, reset. Need it here now. 1325 Key Hwy.

Loch Bar

For your transition into nightlife, hit up Loch Bar for sunset, oysters, and a plenty of people watching. Located at the foot of the Four Seasons, this is definitively a fancy little spot in charm city. We both laughed at the sign as we entered “no visible undergarments”. Fortunately, we never wear bras and tonight was no exception. We will comply, Loch Bar. Don’t you worry about anything but a possible #nipslip.

 

We sat outside and sipped cava and slurped fresh, local oysters as well as a few from up north. A table near us bought us a shot from the bar that was poured from an animal hoove (thank you…?) and then came over and introduced themselves. As was the theme for the weekend, they were incredibly friendly and full of advice of things to do in the city, and helped explain why we had been met with some confusion every time we said we were here by way of Brooklyn. “There’s a Brooklyn here in Baltimore,” they said. “But, it’s not a place you want to go. Ever.” Noted, although it did spark our curiosity. Get your drinks on loch now. 240 International Drive.

 

 

What Not To Miss

Inner Harbor

In a city surrounded by water, so many things revolve around this Chesapeake Bay and inner harbor. There’s a picturesque running track that surrounds most of the harbor that would convince even quitters to keep going, public beach volleyball courts for both social spikers and commited volleyers, kayak and jetski rentals that allow you to test your thrill level, by the hour, and chartered fishing tours, dinner cruises, and rent-your-own vessel that allow you to feel like Huck Finn or Jack Sparrow or Cristobal Colon or you know, just choose your own water-logged fantasy. It’s all here for you.

 

American Visionary Art Museum

If there was ever an example of expressionism, be it not in the traditional sense, this would be it. Art for the sake of expression. A museum dedicated and built for intuitive, self-taught artists, it is a conglomeration of the experiences, inner thoughts, outward feelings and moments of pain and joy and frustration and fear and lust and life. Walking through it, you will experience sculptures dedicated to the pain and waning hope of a bipolar and thus unintentional felon’s experience in prison, a two-story actively-twirling whirligig’s (yes, that’s a technical term), an installation dedicated to farts with a button to press and hear real-ife pre-recorded farts and an old man who collected them all and laughs along with you as if it’s the first time, and a world-class collection of pez dispensers. It’s a museum that sheds away the pretense of museums and happily presents art for the expression it makes and impression it leaves. Plan to spend three hours here, including the sculpture garden and the huge museum outpost just next door, full of larger-than-life sculptures and tiny interactive wooden animations that come alive with the push of a button and will keep you enthralled for hours if you’re not carefull. Plan your visit here. 800 Key Highway

Camden Yards

The season may have just started, but the Orioles have a team that just might take them all the way this year. Even if they didn’t, Camden Yards is one of the most remarkable stadiums in baseball. historic and inviting, the stadium is located right in the center of the city and surrounded by industrial brick buildings that have been converted now into offices and apartments inhabited by some damn lucky locals. What I found remarkable was that regardless of where your seats are, they have plenty of open areas with high-top standing tables and lookout points that put you almost onto the field. Bring a glove or at least a receptive elbow. Snag a fly ball or natty boh or both. Look alive and get in the spirit of the team that carries the city and just might take the series this year. Get tickets here.

 

Tiki Barge and Pool

When we heard there was a floating pool in the Inner Harbor, especially coming from a distinctly pool-deprived Brooklyn (with the exception of the voluntarily off-limits public pools and involuntarily off-limits hotel rooftop pools), this was at the top of the list. Which we regret to inform you is unfortunately off-limits to non-inner-harbor-boat-owners, and, well, us. We got in. And it was just as we expected a floating little urban tropical paradise to be, with too-sweet crush-worthy cocktails and not-so-smooth-talking yacht captains. Find a way in here. Just don’t tell them we sent you. 500 Harborview Drive.

 

 

Where to Stay

One thing we really loved about this city is that it didn’t feel as economically divided as New York does. Getting drinks at sunset along the inner harbor with yacht owners and hipsters alike was as accessible and affordable as getting beers at a pub on the way to the Orioles game, and the same goes for places to stay all over the city. Hidden in the edgy, artistic, and colorful gayborhood is one of the most unique and also high-brow accommodations you can find, and right in the inner harbor is a safe and eclectic hostel that will cost you around $40 a night.

 

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Baltimore

We crashed right in between at the Hotel Kimpton Monaco in downtown Baltimore. The beaux-arts architecture of the building embodies the glamour of travel from the early 19th century. Formerly the B&O Railroad headquarters, it embodies the glamour of travel of the early 20th century, balanced with plenty of modern charm for the urban explorer. The captivating marble staircase is flooded with sunlight through ornate stained glass windows, greeting guests with warmth and a certain artistic charm upon entry. The hotel staff is professional, accommodating, and offer plenty of personal recommendations to enhance the experience. We imbibed in the nightly wine hour from 5-6 which helped us unwind and prepare for the evening’s activities. Stay here for a unique and historical perspective on the city, for an ideal location and staff that will make you feel right at home, if home if an ornate mansion from the early 1900s. Book your stay here. 2 N Charles St.

 

The Ivy

for the luxury traveler, this unexpected and historic boutique hotel is the pinnacle of living the high life located right in Baltimore’s most colorful art neighborhood, Mount Vernon. The weekend we visited was pride week, and we were energized by the passionate and loving parades and celebrations on every corner. Upon entering The Ivy, we felt welcomed, and admittedly, fancy as fuck. This hotel aims to create an experience for the traveler that is comfortable and seamless, our tour guide explained. Everything is self-serve in the hotel, meaning you can make yourself a drink whenever you want from any of the unmanned pop-up bars that put the antiquated mini-bar to shame. You can sit and read a book in the study, you can play the piano in the parlor, you can bring your pets. Every room had a different theme and were somehow artistically stunning yet approachable. Every inch spoke to the desired aesthetic. “This chair is from africa, and it’s beautiful but, look…” he sat down. “you can’t sit in it. this is a chair you can’t sit in.” but it’s beautiful, We all agreed.

 

We went down to the restaurant and had cocktails. We took photos in the courtyard. The chef came out and explained to us the menu, and how he has seen the hotel evolve over the years from a simple row house into what it was today. Every staff member seemed like part of a family, proud of what The Ivy had developed into, and proud to be a part of it.

 

This experience is guaranteed to be one that you cant find anywhere else. Start yours here. 205 East Biddle St.

 

 

HI Baltimore Hostel

This is your best budget option and one for those traveling solo or who want a more social experience. HI Hostel is in a prime location right on the inner harbor and despite its budget-centric approach, is still dripping with local charm. Built in a historic row house, it’s safe, clean, with a friendly, hip, and knowledgeable staff. Expect social areas that are welcoming and unintentionally engaging, nightly events that help you experience the city through a local lens, a clean and convenient communal kitchen, and you know… bunk beds man. And you aren’t above bunk beds. Or, below them I suppose. A hostel this nice is a rarity in so many industrial US cities, and it’s a great option to keep money in your pocket for shellfish and natty boh’s. Beds start at $25. Book now here. 17 W Mulberry St.

 

 

How To Get There

The train is always my preferred method of domestic travel when possible, and the 2.5 ride from the city seems all too short. Plus, I love the abandoned industrial underbelly of Baltimore that you see as you’re just before arriving to the station. tickets are usually around $100-150 round trip, aim to buy over 30 days out for the best prices. Research and purchase right here.

 

Given it’s proximity to New York, and, well, depending on the severity of your hangover, bus travel is entirely tolerable. I intended to take the Megabus for $25 on the way down, but missed it and ended up on the chinatown bus and thus increasing my awareness of my hangover. on the way back, the bolt bus was… well, ok i thought i was going to die given the wild saturday night we had. but, i made it back in under 3 hours and for $50 round trip, i can usually tolerate almost anything. Book your trip on Megabus or Bolt Bus now.

 

The Best Hotels for that Non-Hotel Experience

Hotel Primero Primera

For the Budget Traveler

DAY 1

interactive map here.

DAY 2

a day spent exploring barcelona’s coastline via bike. bring your bathing suit or your birthday suit and leave your sense of direction at home (it seems i’ve never actually left home with mine)- today is about getting lost and navigating back by the sea.

interactive map here.

DAY 3

interactive map here.

DAY 4

 

interactive map here.

Where to Stay in Beacon

The Roundhouse

Where to Drink in Beacon

Dogwood

Draught Industries

Oak Vino

 

Where to stay | The Bohemian Inn

hustle that has now become her main hustle. The decor is eclectic and captivating and speaks to her life as a traveler, photographer, and gypsy soul. Each room has a tastefully kitschy theme based on a city she’s visited.

What Not to Miss in Saugerties

Spend the Day Antiquing 

Visit the Saugerties Lighthouse

Where to Eat in Saugerties

where to stay

Goreme Mansion, in Goreme, Capadoccia.

 

this is their address, believe it or not

what to eat

Kebab in clay pots, from Sedef. 

A real Turkish breakfast, anywhere.

Coffee or tea from the locals.

what to do

Hot Air Balloon Ride

Red Tour, Blue Tour, Green Tour. 

ATV tours

go forth, young travelers.

<3L.