Seattle and Washington, D.C., like many US cities, have outstanding public art displays. In fact, the cities have at least one piece of art in common. I recently visited Washington, D.C. and took the following photograph at the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. Then scrolling through my old travel photos, I found this one from … Continue reading
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Washington, D.C. Cherry Blossoms and Tidal Basin
Yesterday, I drove into Washington, D.C. at the break of dawn so that I could be at the Tidal Basin at sunrise. I was not the only one. In fact, I saw people from all around the world. Although the cherry blossoms were slightly past peak, it was still a glorious sight. Here are a … Continue reading
Washington D.C. Cherry Blossoms – An Alternative!
It is cherry blossom time in the Washington, D.C. area. While D.C. is the center of mayhem for viewing the spectacularness, there are surrounding neighborhoods where you can view the amazingness with smaller crowds. Here is a McCool Travel post from two years ago. I think it was Charles Kuralt who said that Spring … Continue reading
Road Trip Travel: Summer Foods
Some road trip travel recollections from summer 2013. In picture form: This biscuit was practically a meal in itself, but, of course, I also bought some kind of baked good. If I remember correctly, lunch was light that day. Loved this setting. You can see the view from the swing here. I bought a bottle … Continue reading
8 Great Things To Do In Georgetown (Washington, DC)–Not Including Cupcakes
Many people know Georgetown as the home of Georgetown Cupcake, featured on a popular television show. Oh, but there is so much more to Georgetown than sweets. Georgetown existed long before cupcakes and will continue to thrive after the fad passes (bold prediction). Georgetown was founded as a tobacco port in 1751 and today is … Continue reading
Washington DC Cherry Blossoms – An Alternative!
I think it was Charles Kuralt who said that Spring time in the Washington, DC area is one of the best time/place combinations in America and perhaps the world. The most popular Spring time activity in Washington, DC is the National Cherry Blossom Festival. 2012 marks the 100th anniversary of 3,000 cherry trees being given … Continue reading
Travel Tip: 8 Great Ways to Learn About Your Family History on Trips
On many of my trips, I intentionally visit places to research my family history. I have been an avid amateur genealogist for over a dozen years and have even taught some classes on the subject. I have seen estimates that less than five percent of genealogy records are on the internet. So while you can definitely … Continue reading
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