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What is Glamping?

Posted on July 11, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

The Word Nerd explains glamping and yurts, essential vocabulary for the traveler in search of an authentic experience.

Posted on August 4, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Have you done something remarkable this summer? You really should.

Posted on May 5, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

We only had one day to play in Chicago, but it was a blast. My tips on what you can do with ten hours in the Windy City.

Posted on September 9, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

We had a fabulous time exploring the hills of San Francisco. The Word Nerd shares some more travel tips...

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 10 Comments

Do you know what to call those stacks of stones you see when hiking? The Word Nerd explains...

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

How an unexpected problem on my family vacation made me appreciate the value of kind words.