Chicago is a city of neighborhoods, and many visitors make the mistake of limiting their dining options to the well-known restaurant chains in the Loop.

In Celebration of Sailing

Come sail with me on Erie waters

St. Paul is a very different city from Minneapolis. Despite being right across the river from each other, they each shine in a unique way. Luckily for us, the food in both cities is stellar - lots of great choices for the foodie!  Here are a few of my hidden gem favorites:

Minneapolis is one of my favorite cities. You wouldn't expect such diversity and pure joy in life, where it is so very cold in the winter. Yet, the Twin Cities are just thriving with people from different cultures, and of course, that leads to great food! Here are 7 of my favorite spots to eat in Minneapolis. I know, I am not slighting St.

Well, as you may have guessed from previous articles here on wanderingeducators.com, I am addicted to music festivals! I am always searching for them, wherever I go. I recently found out about the Telemark International Folk Music Festival, or Telemarkfestivalen, in Bo, Telemark, Norway, held each July. This music festival presents authentic folk music from around the world, and offers more than 200 concerts and performances, as well as workshops and classes for all ages.

Johnny Blue and a Bit of Fun and Funk in Saugatuck and Douglas