It's that time of the year again where we ring in a New Year.  Do you stress about what to do New Year’s Eve?   Tourist Meets Traveler decided to find some unique and interesting ways to say goodbye to 2013 and hello to 2014. The Cove,…

Everyday I am thankful for our military. To show their appreciation for those who serve (or have served) many resorts, attractions and hotels offer special discounts just the men and women who keep our nation safe. These current…

Everyone wants to be "home" for the holidays. According to the Bureau of Transportation, Thanksgiving day and Christmas/New Year’s holiday periods are two the busiest long-distance travel periods of the year. It's no surprise, but what may…

Being a tourist seems to paint a giant target on your back. Con artists and thieves like to prey on foreigners who wonder into their web. Locals aren't an exception, but they tend to be a bit savvier. When you are hundreds of miles away…

Most of the less than appreciated trips I went on were "educational." The tag conjures up images of an ancient lady teaching me how to churn butter and an equally decrepit old man talking about rocks for two hours. Don't get me started on…

One of the many great things I love about homeschooling is that I get to pick where we take our field trips. This week in Social Studies my daughter was learning about producers, consumers, and goods and so I had the excellent idea (if I do…

If you should find yourself on the east side of The Big Island, and are a person who appreciates beauty, nature, and peace then you must visit the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, the "Garden in a Valley on the Ocean,"  which is located…

I have had the privilege of venturing to Chicago several times in my life. An eclectic mix of theater, art and museums compliment the architectural skyline that is anchored by buildings like the John Hancock Center. I won't forget the…

I am guilty of making some traveling mistakes. I have paid retail, waited too long to get my passport and even forgot my daughter's favorite stuffed animal at our hotel. Luckily, I have learned from my mistakes and we were able to rescue…

The Baroque Period encompasses European art of the 17th century. The origins of the Baroque can be found in Rome, Italy and was surged by the counter-reformation. Italian Baroque artists exploited emotion and movement to create a greater…