This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase or book an experience through one of my links, at no extra cost to you. Fall is one of the most beautiful times to explore the U.S. Cooler temperatures, colorful landscapes, and scenic roads make it…
This post contains affiliate links, including Amazon and Viator links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Washington DC is famous for iconic landmarks like the White House, the Capitol, and the Smithsonian museums. However, some of the most memorable places in the city are often overlooked by visitors. Hidden gems are lesser-known…
This post may contain affiliate links, including Viator experience links. If you book through one of my links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Planning a trip to Washington, DC can feel exciting and a little overwhelming at the same time. There is so much to see, and many…
Our Washington DC Day 4 itinerary turned out to be one of the most emotional and reflective days of our trip. It was not packed with as many stops as I originally planned, but it gave us moments I will never forget. That morning felt different. We knew it was our last full day, so…
Our Washington DC Day 3 itinerary was packed, exciting, and very worth the walking. We had a full day planned with a White House tour, a U.S. Capitol tour, and a visit to the Library of Congress. By the end of the day, my feet were definitely tired, but this turned out to be one…
Our Washington DC Day 2 started with light rain, gray skies, and a slower pace than we expected. It was not pouring. Still, it was wet enough to make us rethink how we wanted to explore the city. Instead of rushing out, I decided to ease into the morning. My husband and I headed to…
Our Washington DC Day 1 started early in the morning when we left the house for the airport, feeling excited and honestly a little unsure of what to expect. Since it was our first time visiting Washington, DC, everything felt new. We flew with Southwest, which turned out to be a great choice for our…
Washington, DC wasn’t part of some long-planned itinerary. The idea actually began in January 2025, when I found myself thinking about the cherry blossoms and wondering when the festival would take place. One quick search turned into checking dates, and before we knew it, we were planning a spring getaway for April. It felt spontaneous…