by Abbey Huch | Oct 16, 2020 | Blog
Once Upon a Time . . . we’ve all heard that before. From Cinderella to Snow White, fairy tales are a huge part of pop culture. However, there are so many wonderful stories across the world that are not very well-known. Each country has tales that have been passed...
by Jordan Park | Oct 15, 2020 | Blog
In the center of Spain lies a hilly city, notable for its grand Gothic cathedral and mighty fortress that stands guard next to the Tagus river. The city’s architecture and culture are marked by strong Jewish, Muslim, and Christian influence. Though the city used to be...
by Nicole Carlson | Oct 7, 2020 | Blog
Compared to Europe, there are few places in the United States that are deeply rooted in history; after all, the US is a comparatively young country. But Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia has ties to nearly every famous Revolutionary War figure, and the town still feels...
by Abbey Huch | Oct 7, 2020 | Blog
Looking for a quick weekend getaway? Galveston Island, TX is what cute little beach town dreams are made of. Complete with brightly painted stilt houses, a historic downtown, uniquely themed restaurants, an old-timey pier overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, miles of beach...
by Stowaway Magazine | Dec 14, 2019 | Blog, Fall 2019
My mom and I walked up to the French bike shop, shaking hands with our tour guide for the day. We had scheduled a biking tour through the Loire Valley, and I had been looking forward to this part of the vacation for months. Biking is one of my favorite ways to...
by Stowaway Magazine | Dec 8, 2019 | Blog, Fall 2019
The second time my family flew to Germany we were greeted by dreary gray skies. We deboarded the plane on the tarmac and lugged our bags to the airport through the rain. Even though it was freezing and we were all damp, my mom made me and my brothers stop in front of...