As someone who loves art and travel, my favorite souvenirs from trips are often original watercolor paintings from street vendors. However, on recent trips I have found it harder to find the watercolor paintings I’m looking for, so I’ve started keeping my own sketch journal of my favorite sights. Knowing the frustrations of both overpacking and under packing art supplies, I have compiled a list of the bare essentials for starting your own watercolor travel sketchbook. Read Full Story

Recently I came across a post claiming that the most common holiday on Earth is a holiday individually celebrated by many countries: Independence Day. The 4th of July in America is famous for barbeques and fireworks, but I became very curious about the traditions in other countries. After some research, I found a list of independence holidays celebrated by over 200 countries and realized that Greece’s is coming up on March 25. So how do they celebrate their freedom from the Ottoman Empire in Greece? Read Full Story

The smallest state in the US often catches flak for its insignificance—clearly from those who have never seen the beauties it has to offer. If you think Rhode Island is just some small, insignificant state, it’s best you think again. Read Full Story

Nothing makes a perfect proposal quite like the thrill of adventure. Read Full Story

Just outside of central London lies a cultural hub where tourists and locals alike go to see things they can’t find anywhere else. Camden Town is a vibrant, colorful center of appreciation for alternative subculture and anything odd or eclectic. Read Full Story