I love OATs: Outdoors, Art & Travel
Is Guanajuato the prettiest city in Mexico? Well, I haven’t seen them all so I can’t answer with a resounding “Yes!”, but it will definitely put up a good fight with any contender. This colonial city was founded by the Spaniards in the mid 16th century and became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. …
With the intense blue of Bahía de Banderas (Bay of Flags) in the background, the sculptures gracing the Puerto Vallarta malecón make you wonder if they emerged from the ocean or landed from outer space on the long and beautiful seaside promenade. It’s the perfect place to soak up the sun in this slice of …
Give me long, sandy beaches near historic sites with pretty birds flying around and I’m good. Tybee Island gave me exactly that. Known as Savannah’s beach (it’s only a 20-minute drive from the city), the island also offers plenty of outdoor activities. I loved the relaxed vibe, the bohemian flair, and the coastal art you …
You may think Fort Pulaski National Monument is only about the fort, but there’s more to it. Actually, you can spend the whole day on Cockspur Island (where the fort is) and not even visit the fort (Oh, but I wouldn’t miss it if I were you). At this historic landmark -15 miles from Savannah …
So many times you hear that having low or no expectations is key to avoiding disappointments and so many times it’s true. But I must confess that I couldn’t avoid having expectations about my visit to Savannah, Georgia. So many photos of historic houses and churches delight you with their exquisite details. So many dreamy …
Picture the typical postcard image of the South, the ones with beautiful antebellum mansions on streets where Spanish Moss swings from live oak trees like chandeliers in an earthquake. Maybe Charleston is the first destination you think of if you’re in South Carolina. But Beaufort (pronounced BEW-fert, unlike the one in NC), a smaller coastal …
