For the past month or so leading up to Valentine's Day, I've been tracking the number of daily V-day/singles/romance-infused story pitch emails I've received from public relations reps and CVBs. The total count is 193. Honestly, it felt like it was much higher.
Published on MapQuest on December 2, 2014 || Already have a favorite between Pat’s and Geno’s? Does “wit” need no explanation? Alright, you’re a Philly cheesesteak pro, and we won’t try to convince you which is the better steak. But the Pat’s
Published on December 19, 2014 on MapQuest || You are getting very sleepy. Unfortunately, rather than crawling into bed, you’re waiting to board a red-eye flight with a full load. Enter the travel pillow. Sure, they’re a bit goofy looking—okay, sometimes more than
In November 2014 I took a 2-day food-centric trip to Philadelphia. The visit was sponsored by Visit Philly, who gave me a budget $400 to eat my way through the city.
Published October 29, 2014 on MapQuest || If you buy things online, use a credit card or eat at restaurants, you could be earning points to use towards a flight or hotel. The problem is, there are so many loyalty programs, credit
Going to Iceland? Do not forget your camera. This is one of the most photogenic countries out there, with stunning volcanic landscapes, epic waterfalls, colorful houses, geysers, wildlife and more. Here are some photos from my trips to Iceland that capture
Published September 30, 2014 on MapQuest || The race for the World Series heats up this week as baseball postseason begins. Ten teams are in the running for the championship title (okay, two wild card teams won't be in contention for very
Published August 22, 2014 on MapQuest || Didn't make it to the beach this summer? No problem! Here's how to bring your favorite beach to you. Summer vacation may be coming to a close, but there's still plenty of warm weather left
Published on August 15, 2014 on MapQuest || “If you see a bear, stay calm and get behind me. If you see a moose, run.” A few people in my hiking group chuckled nervously when Jeffrey, our twentysomething Patagonia-clad guide, delivered