Tag: History
Happy Hour in the Historic District
Philadelphia Visitor Center is pulling out all the stops to celebrate America’s 250th birthday next year. Attending its Happy Hour in the Historic District last week, I connected with local ambassadors, snapped photos of the beautiful fall foliage in Old City, and learned about all that’s to come to Philly in 2026.
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How To Enhance Your Mental and Emotional Wellness on the Road
Prioritizing Mental and Emotional Wellness While Traveling for Business Business travel opens doors to professional growth and new experiences — but a demanding schedule, time away from home and work pressures can affect mental wellness. According to a 2024 Gallup study, with more than half of the global workforce reporting disengagement, supporting wellness on the road is more important than ever. Below are practical ways to stay balanced and energized during business trips.
Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s
I was too young to fully understand and appreciate the images created by Chicago activists promoting social change in the 1960s and '70s. Thanks to Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s at Chicago History Museum, I was able to observe a room full of their expressions urging social and political change.
Madeira Island Getaway, Part 2
Day Two of my Madeira Island adventure started off with a one-of-a-kind experience. Our itinerary said a toboggan ride, so I assumed we were taking some kind of mountain coaster ride down the side of a mountain, but I have never been more wrong in my life.
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Dear Ould Ireland
The day I was most excited for was finally here! My parents and I had plans to explore the Cliffs of Moher … but with a twist. We purchased tickets for an all-day excursion where our journey started with boating across the Atlantic Ocean to the smallest of the three Aran Islands, Inisheer. Squished to the back of the boat, we actually had the best view of all.