With the recent influx of smoke from the Canadian fires, it seems like poor air quality is something we should expect to see more of in the North East. But, we're not alone. The rest of the country and the world have also experienced similar if not worse air quality....
Travel Itinerary: Kyoto in Three Days
Kyoto, a city rich in history and culture, offers a unique blend of ancient temples, bustling markets, and stunning natural beauty. Join me as I recount my three-day adventure in this captivating city. Day 1: Exploring Kyoto Kyoto is an amazing city. Our first stop was the Fushimi-Inari Taisha. This...
Top Food Trucks in New York City
Whenever I go to New York City, I just want to keep on going. There are times, I just don't want to stop. There is so much to see and do in the city, I'd rather just get something off a food truck and keep on going... So, if you're...
Nail Polish for Spring/Summer 2023
It's almost time to switch up your look for spring and summer 2023! And what better way to do that than by adding a pop of color with some fun nail polish shades? We've rounded up the most popular colors of the season, so you can get ready to show...
Calypsa Bathing Suits for Summer
I don't know about you, but this hint of summer that we had at the beginning of April was a real tease! But, now that it's almost summer, we need to think about bathing suits and what will look best on us. Calypsa Bathing Suits I find that looking for...
Revving Up: My Thrilling Experience Racing on a NASCAR Track
As soon as I flew into Nashville, I headed over to the Nashville Superspeedway Racetrack. From the second I stepped onto the track, I was in awe. I felt as if I were stepping into a different world. The smell of gasoline, rubber, and burning tires filled the air. After...
The Story of the Hundred Dollar Bill that Went Missing…
Have you ever had something go missing, only to find it later in one of the craziest places? This is definitely the story of how my husband lost a $100-dollar bill – and then found it again! What happened? It all started last week when my husband told me he...
Three Fun Things to do in NYC
New York City is a vibrant and exciting place, with something for everyone - no matter your interests. From art galleries to parks to world-class restaurants, there's so much to explore! Whether you’re visiting New York City for the first time or you’ve been here before, these three ideas will...
Things to Do in Westchester County This Spring
Bordered by the Hudson River and Long Island Sound in the iconic Hudson Valley, Westchester County is an easy reprieve for those looking to go beyond the everyday. Springtime’s annual reawakening is in full view thanks to Westchester’s 24,000 acres of parkland, and longer, warmer days bring a season of...
Top 60 New York Lifestyle Blogs
After finding out that I was in the top 10 for triathlon blogs for ATriathletesDiary.com, I decided to scope out the positioning of my New York Lifestyle blog, HilaryTopper.com. To my surprise, I came in #36 out of 60 top New York Lifestyle blogs, which I find amazing since there...