Scenic Runway

One of the many benefits of traveling is learning about history. During a visit to Dallas, TX last week, I had the opportunity to visit the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza formerly known as the Texas School Book Depository. The location in which shots were fired which resulted in the death of the 35th President of the United States, President John F. Kennedy in 1963. Opened in 1989, the Sixth Floor Museum highlights the impact of the tragedy of President Kennedy’s death on the nation and the world.

The Sixth Floor Museum at dusk

Historic Landmark

West End Historic District

For anyone who travels a lot discovering a relaxing area to wait for your scheduled train or plane helps to make the wait bearable. Recently, while waiting for a train in Philadelphia, I stumbled upon “The Porch”. Located just outside the 30th Street Station, consisting of outdoor sitting areas with miniature golf as well as other seasonal activities, “The Porch” made my wait enjoyable!

Located in the Alsace region in eastern France, Strasbourg is the official seat of the European Parliament. Place de L’Homme de Fer is a tram transit hub in Strasbourg, France. The circular glass roof defines the public space.

Strasbourg, France

While running errands recently in New York City, I found myself standing in front of a Louis Vuitton store admiring the items in the display window. After a few minutes, I suddenly remembered that I had an appointment in less than an hour. During the cab ride to my appointment, I could not stop thinking about the Louis Vuitton travel bags. After my appointment I hailed a cab and headed back across town. As we traveled on the FDR Drive, I debated whether or not I should return to the Louis Vuitton store. I reminded myself that I already had beautiful weekend bags in my closet and didn’t need another one. I realized that this was not a need but a want.

Louis Vuitton Carryall

It’s absolutely beautiful!

A few short hours after I first found myself standing in front of the window display, I had actually made my way inside the store. The manager of the store and I began a brief conversation. I mentioned that I had been admiring the travel bags. She took out a few bags from the display case to show me. I knew at that moment that I was not going to leave the store empty handed. I eventually decided on the Carryall weekend bag. I did in fact leave the store empty handed because of the personalization, I had requested. But after dinner, I went back to the Louis Vuitton store for the third and final time that day to pick up my personalized weekend bag. I love it!

Painted by local artists, murals line the hillside heading to Sky World, each telling a story of the history of Tortola. Side by side the murals are displayed; it is truly an amazing site.

Hill Mural

The National Harbor is a beautiful waterfront area within Prince George’s County, Maryland situated along the shores of the Potomac River approximately 30 minutes from downtown Washington, DC and across the river from Alexandria, Virginia. Within the National Harbor are shops, restaurants (some with waterfront view dining), marina and seasonal attractions, all things that I love which made our stay truly enjoyable.