New York City and Las Vegas. They're the two cities I've heard mentioned most often by backpackers on extended trips who are planning to pass through the United States for the first time. I can't argue about New York City; it's one of the greatest cities on the planet. Though I am a little biased, having grown up 20 minutes from Manhattan. And Vegas? Due to rapid … [Read more...] about 5 Underrated Cities for Backpackers Visiting the USA
Nashville
Celebrating 4th of July in Nashville (Music City)
The 4th of July in Nashville, Tennesse is billed as one of the biggest Independence Day celebrations in the United States. But does it live up to the hype, I wondered? I'd experienced two 4th of July fireworks displays in Austin, Texas since moving here. For one of the largest states in the union, the annual pyrotechnics show over Ladybird Lake leaves something to be … [Read more...] about Celebrating 4th of July in Nashville (Music City)
