Travel Rewind in Photos: Charleston, Savannah, Miami, & New Orleans
While many others couldn’t, wouldn’t wait out a pandemic to (safely) travel abroad, my partner and I stayed put these past couple of years. But the wait was worth it — we made amazing dream trips happen from road-tripping the American South to celebrating our anniversary in Miami and toasting a birthday in New Orleans. While I bore high levels of wanderlust waiting all this time, I became a more socially conscious traveler, a smarter traveler, and a more empathetic traveler who became hyper-aware of her responsibility as a tourist. We prioritized people and community over consumption on these recent trips - befriending locals, bartenders, and expat friends; listening to their suggestions on what to see and do (and what to avoid); learning about local customers and culture; and following their tips on where to eat and drink. We made amazing memories and had memorable meals. And I can’t wait to see what future travels lie ahead.
Below, a recap of post-pandemic travels.
5 Things to See and Do in Charleston, South Carolina
Sunsets at Bowens Island
Historic homes on Rainbow Row along East Bay Street
Walk through plant-covered side streets like Philadelphia Alley
Tour Fort Moultrie National Historical Park at Sullivan’s Island
People watch along the waterfront’s Pineapple Fountain
4 Historic Sites and Museums to Visit in Savannah, Georgia
Telfair Academy
Savannah Museum of Art
Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters
Bonaventure Cemetery
10 Places to Eat and Drink in Miami, Florida
Salvaje
Swizzle Rum Bar
Sexy Fish
Sweet Liberty Drinks
Mac’s Club Deuce
Tropezón
El Bori Food Truck
Sanguich, Little Havana
El Rey De Las Fritas
3 Latin American Restaurants Worth Trying in New Orleans, Louisiana
Cane and Table
Lengua Madre
Acamaya (opening June 2024)
Alma Cafe
