A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending Design Chicago, the Midwest’s largest residential design conference, at the Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago. This was my first time attending, and I was grateful to be able to attend as a Design Influencer. I had a great few days listening to speakers, visiting showrooms, attending events, and making new industry friends. We stayed at Hotel Chicago and kicked things off with a welcome dinner at Coco Pazzo. The food was absolutely…
This post is a continuation of Family Vacation in London, Part 1. Tower Bridge We started our day at the iconic Tower Bridge, with its two Neo-gothic towers and pretty bright blue paint. We walked along the bank from the London Bridge tube stop to the Tower Bridge, passing the HMS Belfast along the way, and then crossed over to the Tower of London. Tower of London The Tower of London is a 900 year old castle and fortress in central London. It has been…
This post is a continuation of Family Vacation in Paris, Part 1 and Family Vacation in Paris, Part 2. We had a wonderful time in Paris and were excited to continue our journey in London. I studied abroad in London for two summers when I was at Vanderbilt, so it holds a special place in my heart. Fortunately, work and play have brought me back, and each trip has been fun and different. It’s a huge city with so many interesting things to see…
Traveling is one of the most fun and interesting ways to spend your time, and preparing for your trip with a well-packed carry-on can make your travels a lot more enjoyable. Whether your flight is four hours or forty minutes, you’ll want to make sure that you’re as comfortable as possible. If you’re heading off on vacation sometime soon, remember to pack these must-have items in your carry-on bag! Drinks and Snacks Drinks, snacks, and meals on planes tend to…
