A serene pond scene with large pink and white lotus flowers in full bloom at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, surrounded by broad green lily pads, under a clear blue sky with lush trees in the background.

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens: 2025 Guide to Lotus Flowers, Marshland, and More

The lotus flowers at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens is one of the highlights of my year, and I go every year. The park itself is a hidden gem nestled within Washington, DC and one of my favorite spots. This unique destination offers a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts and flower lovers alike, making you forget you…

White House bowling alley lanes
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Bowling at the White House: What It’s Like & How to Go

It took me sixteen years of living in Washington, DC and four administrations to receive the coveted invite, but 2023 was the year that I finally got to go bowling at the White House. I’ll run through an insider’s look at the history of White House bowling alleys, how I got to go bowling at…

Realistic rendering of man-made floating wetlands in Baltimore Harbor outside of the National Aquarium

Baltimore Marshlands: National Aquarium’s Ambitious Plan for 2024

Hundreds of years ago, Baltimore’s Inner Harbor was a thriving tidal marshland teeming with life. However, over time, industrialization and urban development transformed the landscape, erasing this once-vibrant ecosystem. Now, the National Aquarium in Baltimore is on a mission to bring back the marshlands and restore the natural balance to the Inner Harbor. Through the creation of floating wetlands, they aim to improve water quality, attract native species, and educate visitors about the importance of wetland ecosystems.