For those of us who are lucky enough to be able to hop into our car, board a boat or plane, and travel beyond our hometown, we can expect so much more than an escape from our daily routine. Travelling provides an incredible opportunity to expand our horizons, explore life experiences beyond our own, and (true to the core values of this online community) learn. 

Paris is lovely. It’s romantic. It’s full of iconic architecture, delicate pastries, and tourists standing in the middle of the street taking photos of things they don’t understand. But if you're the kind of traveler who prefers the weird little corners of a city to the glossy, over-filtered highlights, this post is for you.

Lisbon, Portugal's capital city, is renowned for its vibrant music scene, delectable seafood, and stunning hills. There aren't many ways to summarize such a vibrant community in one simple vacation, however. You'll need to engross yourself in the beautiful sights, sounds, and tastes to truly learn about this rich and stunning European city.

If you're planning a first-time visit or want to observe everything that Lisbon has to offer, you'll want to make some noteworthy stops and try some fun and immersive activities.

Last year I lived in North Carolina for 18 months, and one of my favorites places to visit was Wilson. The friendly people are very united as a community and are very respectful. 

Seeing Neuschwanstein Castle in person, surrounded by stunning winter landscapes, was even more incredible and magical than I could ever expect. It truly took my breath away.

There’s something alluring about the idea of thousands of scattered islands stretching out into the Baltic Sea, each one of them with its own share of pristine nature. Simply imagining the cool air brushing against my cheek, the smell of pinewood filling my lungs, and the sun glistening off the sparkling waters, makes me want to head out to explore the Stockholm Archipelago this very instant. 

Sanford, Florida is another gem in Central Florida that bears closer scrutiny!

There are numerous venues that feature music, art, and food from around the world.

Park Drive Gallery, located at 2557 Park Drive in Sanford, is owned by a black female and has been at its current location for almost 5 years! 

As someone born and raised in Mexico, visiting Chichén Itzá wasn’t just another family vacation. It felt like a homecoming. 

Letting kids play with technology can be as dangerous as leaving them alone in a playground.

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