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Having lived in Washington, DC for the past 18 years, Valerie has a lot of thoughts about the best things to do, eat, and know around the city. She loves doing deep dives into the interesting things she finds, and sharing with the world. You'll often find her dog, Lil Mikey, along for the ride.
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.
If you’re familiar with Washington DC, you’ve probably heard of Great Falls. Located about 40 minutes outside of DC between Maryland and Virginia, Great Falls is gorgeous, powerful, and a sight that many visiting Washington DC want to see. Very few people, however, know about Little Falls, which is located on the Potomac River in…
When you think of theatre, you undoubtedly first think of New York and then perhaps Chicago. But did you know that DC and its suburbs earn a close third when it comes to the number of live theatre performances each year? The DMV has anywhere between 170-200 theaters (depending on what you consider the boundaries…
Summer in DC is my favorite season (yes, despite the heat and humidity). While many museum happy hour series happen during the fall and spring, there are a ton of fun things to do in DC that are only happening during the summer. These are things that happen consistently, but I can’t include in my…
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post in collaboration with Visit Williamsburg. All opinions are my genuine thoughts so you can have a fun trip. Many people living in Washington, DC get around through public transportation and do not need a car. I had lived in DC for 8 years before buying a car, and one…
Washington DC is known for its museums, many of which are free and open to the public during the day. However, after hours, some of these institutions transform into lively social spaces with unique programs, live entertainment, and special events. Getting to hang out in a museum after hours makes you feel cool and cultured….