Take time to stop and smell the roses. That’s a philosophy my wife lives by, especially when we visit botanical gardens. The beauty of those gardens is breathtaking, and while she is smelling the flowers, I’m trying to capture the beauty of them. Explore these botanical gardens to see and feel the beauty of nature.
The Palace of Versailles is a beautiful, ornate and historical piece of European history. But it’s more than just a palace. It’s also gardens, hamlets, hideaways and fountains spread across more than 2,000 acres of land. Different parts of Versailles open at different times of the day. This article will help you plan a day…
Our family had a wonderful time exploring several museums and iconic sites around Seattle. While making plans to visit the National Nordic Museum, we noticed a spot a short distance west from the museum that looked like an unique spot to explore. The Ballard Locks, also known as the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, is something…
Dole Whips are all the rage. There’s something scrumptious about pineapple-flavored ice cream. And when you top it off with fresher than fresh pineapple tidbits, you’ll be wanting it again and again. The Dole Plantation in Hawaii has those fresh and delicious treats, but there are several other activities you can do beyond enjoying an…
Botanical gardens are relaxing places to watch wildlife, stroll along the paths or relax on a bench. Red Butte Garden in Salt Lake City offers all of that and more. Ten different gardens capture the variety of flowers, shrubs, trees, herbs, plans and landscapes of Utah. It’s one of those places you can revisit every…
Paris is full of museums, art, history and architecture. A quiet little walkway through the 12th arrondissement of Paris is a relaxing break from the popular Champs Elysee. The Coulee Verte is similar to New York City’s Highline, and after strolling it with my wife during our Paris vacation, it’s something we recommend to anyone…
Two decades ago, my wife took a family vacation to the Oregon coast. Last week, my wife and I took a couple’s road trip to the same coast. She talked about a beautiful botanical garden we had to visit. We made sure Shore Acres State Park was on our itinerary, and we were so glad…
It’s easy to get caught up in all the museums and historic sights of Paris. After we spent a week cramming in as much of Paris as we could, I’m glad we spent one of our final hours people watching at Luxembourg Gardens (Jardin du Luxembourg). If you’re looking for a beautiful spot to decompress…
City Park in New Orleans offers a relaxing take on the party scene of Bourbon Street. A stroll through the New Orleans Botanical Garden is worth every moment. From colorful flowers and wildlife to sculptures and endless hedges. Here’s a rundown of what you need to know as you plan your visit to the Big…
You may not think the words “desert” and “botanical garden” go together. You’d probably expect to see a lot of pokey cacti and very few colors. But my visit to the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix quickly proved me wrong. It’s definitely worth a visit. My brother and I had a wonderful time and were…
I’ve been to Boston a few times in the past two years. During each visit, I’ve spent time walking through the Boston Public Garden and the nearby Boston Common. It brings people of all ages and from locations across the globe. If you’ve got a trip planned to Boston, for either a family vacation or…
