Author Profile: Lindsey Puls

The amount of things to see and do (and eat!) in Rome seems to be never ending. My husband and I spent two weeks wandering the streets of Rome last spring, and I feel as though we only saw a fraction of what Rome had to offer. I've covered the more famous tours and sights in previous...   view more

Home to the Pope, the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, countless extraordinary works of art in the Vatican Museums and yet, this country only has a population of about 800. This would undoubtedly make Vatican City the smallest country in the...   view more

When in Rome… it is completely acceptable to eat until the buttons burst off your pants, and it is impossible to not be completely immersed in history. There are so many incredible sights and restaurants to explore in Rome, you could spend your entire life here and not experience it...   view more

My adventure in Dallas didn't exactly go according to plan. I intended to have a few days to wander and explore the city at my leisure. However, I wound up cramming all of my sightseeing activities into one...   view more

From hidden improv theatres to the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, this post is taking a look at the must-sees of Manhattan in the winter...   view more

"Grounds for Sculpture" is a sculpture garden that is quite close to where my husband and I live in New Jersey. We have been hearing about it ever since we arrived in the Garden...   view more

The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) actually has an exhibit dedicated to Jane Austen! "The Jane Austen Living Room" discusses Austen’s habits as a reader and writer, recreates scenes from one of her novels. And you can sit and read works that Austen read, wrote, or...   view more

Houdini moved to Appleton, Wisconsin from Budapest, Hungary when he was 4 years old. However, he told his audience that he was born in Appleton, Wisconsin. Because of Houdini's time in Appleton, we have a museum dedicated to his awesome magic...   view more

New Orleans is known for many things, but one of the first things that always comes to mind is how wonderful the food and drinks are. Anytime we asked for a recommendation for a bar or restaurant in New Orleans, the answer was always, "Well, there isn't a bad place to eat or drink...   view more

There are not many things in life that bring me quite as much happiness as the soft scent of lilacs tickling my nose in the breeze... or seeing the vibrant colors of tulips blooming in triumph, after patiently waiting for the frosts of winter to disperse. Flowers are one of the many joys of...   view more

New Orleans is a city all its own, with many quirky experiences to be had. From ghost tours to tarot card readings to sampling the "planet's best" hot sauce...there are many fun experiences you can have in just a few days of visiting New...   view more

Looking for some of the best views of Tokyo? Look no further! We visited from Tokyo Tower to Roppongi Hills... and there's even views of Tokyo from a ferris...   view more

I had heard of cat cafes, but it wasn't until this weekend that I was introduced to an owl "cafe." My friend had sent me a Buzzfeed article with a list of wacky things to try in Tokyo. At the top of the list was visiting Fukuro no Mise - an owl...   view more

If you find yourself in Tokyo someday and only have time to do one touristy thing, I highly recommend you visit Robot Restaurant! It is the most inexplicably crazy (in a good way) performance I have ever...   view more

From samurai swords to beautiful kimonos and ancient Buddhist scrolls to interactive displays and much more...the museums in Tokyo have a lot to offer. I know I may be in the minority here, but I really enjoy visiting museums (especially art...   view more

I know I’ve said this a million times, but Japan is an absolutely amazing country. If you ever have the opportunity to visit, DO NOT...   view more

With millions and millions of dollars going into Sydney's spectacular NYE firework show each year, it's an event that can't be missed if you're in the city. I've never seen anything as incredible as this fireworks display! But the biggest dilemma is - where should you watch it...   view more

Sydney is a city with some very unique activities and sights to take in. I mean, how many city’s activities include scaling a bridge to relaxing on a beach to seeing a show at the famous Opera House and even petting a koala? Needless to say, Sydney has a little...   view more

I’ve always been told nothing in life is free. And that is still technically true for the “I’m Free” tours. However, it is a pretty neat concept, in my opinion. The way it works is there is no set price, you just show up at the time the tour starts, and it lasts for about 3...   view more

You might not have heard of Icebergs until now, but chances are you've seen photos of their iconic oceanside swimming pool. And to say they have some of the best dining views in Sydney, would be an...   view more

Now we’re getting to the fun stuff! Day 2 of our trip to Cairns was amazing! Now, you might have never heard of the town of Kuranda until now. I certainly hadn’t until I booked this...   view more

This post will mark the end of our adventure in New Zealand. And our evening at the Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua was the perfect way to wrap up our trip. If you’re heading to Rotorua, I highly recommend spending a night at the Tamaki Maori Village to learn more about their ancient...   view more

If you visit Cusco, Peru the first thing you will notice is nearly every shop and street vendor is selling “baby alpaca” sweaters. The second thing you will likely notice is that nearly none of these vendors are actually selling “baby alpaca” sweaters. (As the locals say its “maybe alpaca.”...   view more

Machu Picchu is at the top of many bucket lists, and for very good reason! It is most certainly not an overrated tourist trap and is every bit as magical as one would...   view more

Machu Picchu definitely lives up to the hype, don’t get me wrong, but there are so many other incredible Inca ruins in the Sacred Valley worth seeing as...   view more

There are a few different ways to get from Cusco to the city of Puno, which is the home of Lake Titicaca. Lake Titicaca is the largest lake in South America and the highest navigable body of water in the world! It is also where you’ll find the “Islas Uros” a.k.a floating...   view more

I’m going to go ahead and start this post off with a disclaimer. WARNING: If you don’t like seeing dead animals/bits of dead animals this post is not for...   view more

One day is never enough time to truly experience a city. But that was, unfortunately, the way my trip to Lima worked out. Lima is a beautiful city that deserves more than a...   view more

Atlanta is a highly underrated city, in my opinion. It’s the perfect destination for a stress-free weekend getaway with a wide variety of activities for the whole...   view more

For anyone planning a trip to Buenos Aires, I can’t recommend a day trip to Colonia del Sacramento enough! It’s very easy to get to (only an hour ferry ride away). And the Barrio Histórico (historic quarter) section of Colonia del Sacramento is a designated World Heritage Site by...   view more

Visiting cities in a rush is becoming an unfortunate theme on here, lately! But fret not, I’ll be returning to Buenos Aires soon enough to give it the proper visit it...   view more

Mendoza, Argentina is world-famous for its amazing wineries. There are many different ways to visit these delicious wineries, and a bus tour (or a private tour with a driver) are generally the most...   view more

Buenos Aires… This name which embeds mysterious elegant women in tango dresses with handsome men by their side, buildings with astonishing architecture, and the stories and rumors of the famous Evita Peron who grew from poverty to become Argentina’s First...   view more

I’m finally kicking off my Myrtle Beach travel series! I spent one week in Myrtle Beach with my family this spring. We were a mix of adults, teenagers and my little nephew, who was 1 year and a few months at the time we visited. So, the activities shared are fun for the WHOLE...   view more

Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach is a family-friendly experience, that includes some fun interactive opportunities! for this experience in Myrtle Beach, it was once again, a mixed basket of adults, teenagers and my little...   view more

It can sometimes be a little difficult to keep your teenagers entertained on family vacations. Fortunately, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has something fun for the whole family…including...   view more

No trip to Moscow, Russia would be complete without going inside the Kremlin. However, getting inside is not an entirely easy process. And what exactly is the Kremlin, anyways? This post will...   view more

There’s no question the exterior of St. Basil’s Cathedral is one of the most impressive things I’ve ever seen in my life. But what about the interior? Does it live up to the incredible exterior? And is it worth the admission price? I’ll share my thoughts and photos in this...   view more

Bunker-42 was once a top-secret, Soviet military complex. Stalin had commissioned it to be made after the United States created a nuclear bomb. 65 meters (or about 213 feet) underground, was the desired depth to protect Russia’s top officials from a nuclear...   view more

Pavlovsk Palace (or Paul’s Palace) isn’t as popular of a tourist destination as Catherine Palace or Peterhoff Palace – but does that mean it’s not worth adding to your St. Petersburg, Russia...   view more

No trip to St. Petersburg, Russia would be complete without a visit to Catherine Palace in the suburb of Pushkin. Catherine Palace tops many of the “must-see” lists for planning a trip to this...   view more

The State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia is home to more than 1 million works of art and nearly 3 million exhibits in total. It’s actually the 2nd largest art museum in the world! The Hermitage is an absolute must-visit on your trip to St....   view more

Visiting St. Petersburg, Russia in wintertime is a magical experience. You just have to be sure to bring some VERY warm clothes and adjust your itinerary...   view more

The Museum of Cosmonautics is a museum dedicated to space exploration. It charts the history of the Russian space race and famous Russian...   view more

St. Petersburg, Russia has an impressive amount of beautiful buildings to visit! This list will be for its jaw-dropping cathedrals. If you have the time, I hope you visit all the cathedrals in St....   view more

Tel Aviv is one of the most interesting cities I have ever visited. I’ve been traveling nearly nonstop for the last 5 years, so I’m now getting to be one of those annoying people who is always comparing places to other places I’ve...   view more

I’m sharing how we spent our 4 days here and a few tips for planning your New Orleans itinerary. Plus, I’ll share some suggestions if you have more or less time to spend in...   view more

You can’t visit Russia without hearing about the famous Fabergé eggs. You’ll likely see large crowds gathered around their single display case in Moscow inside the Kremlin Armoury. However, the world’s largest collection of these eggs belongs to the Fabergé Museum in St....   view more

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo (a.k.a. The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), is a museum I’ve been dreaming of visiting since I was a little girl. It’s home to more than 120,000 artifacts from Ancient Egypt...   view more

The best view of St. Petersburg, Russia is arguably from atop St. Isaac’s Cathedral. Visiting this beautiful cathedral should already be on your itinerary for St. Petersburg, as its interior is as spectacular as its gilded dome...   view more

I honestly couldn’t have pointed to the city of Baku on a map until a year ago... This post is here to explain this interesting city – from language and safety concerns to what there is to see and do...   view more

Wondering how to spend 3 days in Moscow, Russia during the winter? This itinerary is here to help! I know I’m beginning to sound like a broken record at this point, but I can’t help it! Visiting Moscow, Russia during the winter is SO worth being a little cold to...   view more

Oshkosh is a charming city in Winnebago County that is close to where I live! There are many exciting things to do in Oshkosh, thanks to its abundance of lakes, rivers, and trails as well as the city’s many historic sites, art galleries, educational centers, and even a...   view more

I’m a Green Bay local. I grew up in a village not far from here, went to college at UW-Green Bay, and worked as a producer at FOX 11 News right next to Lambeau field. Now, after doing some traveling all over the world, I am back in the Green Bay area and want to share with you some of my favorite things to see and do in Green Bay,...   view more

3 days in Denver is a great amount of time for your first visit to the Mile High City! This Denver itinerary will give you a great sampling of the highlights of Denver for a first-time visitor. From fantastic restaurants and breweries to hiking and wild immersive art installations – there is something in here for...   view more

As someone who grew up in the Appleton area and lives here now, I’m sharing my list of the best restaurants in Appleton, Wisconsin in today’s post! One of my favorite things to do on the weekend is go out to eat in Appleton. We have some wonderful restaurants and...   view more

Kenya’s booming capital city of Nairobi is a mix of urban and rural wonders. Wherever in the city you may find yourself exploring, every corner is filled with exciting arts, culture, nightlife scenes, and most of all—unbelievable African wildlife like nowhere else in the world. Dubbed as the “Safari Capital of the World”, here are some of the top-rated things to do and attractions to see that make Nairobi worth...   view more

Madison is a vibrant city in Wisconsin and home to the state capital. It’s a great city to spend a weekend in, and an even better one to live in! Madison has an amazing cultural scene with first-rate museums, restaurants, art galleries, and leafy parks! You also don’t have to go far to experience Wisconsin lake life with one of the four nearby lakes (Mendota, Monona, Waubesa, and...   view more

Milwaukee is a great city to visit with tons of wonderful things to do! There’s free art, must-see historic spots, museums, fantastic brunch spots, and natural attractions that make Milwaukee one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse cities in the United...   view more

From its beautiful lakes, scenic hiking trails, wineries, and best of all, its world-class waterparks – there’s a little something for everyone in Wisconsin Dells! This wonderful city in southern Wisconsin attracts millions of visitors each year, thanks to it being “the waterpark capital of the world.” It gets that title by having the largest concentration of waterparks in the...   view more

Lake Geneva, as it’s fondly named after the body of water it rests on, has a storied past that goes back to the golden era and even centuries ago. It used to be a haven for millionaires, prohibition bosses, and native...   view more