The sun is shining and after 2 months of being cooped up, everyone is itching to get outside. Myself included. The thing is, we are still in quarantine and we need to continue to practice social distancing and keep ourselves safe. I asked my social media followers for recommendations on outdoor activities I could do […]
4 Days in Istanbul, Turkey
When I was a kid, my parents had an RV and every summer, we would do an epic road trip around the US and Canada. My parents were both entrepreneurs so during the school year, they would work a lot of hours. I would always count the months till the summer came because that would […]
ChicpeaTravels: Punta Cana Dominican Republic
I wasn’t going to write about my Thanksgiving weekend trip to the Dominican Republic because it was for myself to rest and recharge. I wasn’t really planning on exploring because I just wanted to relax instead of doing activities. However, during my stay, I made friends with a local tour guide and asked him to […]
Your Guide To Paris
Written by Shannon Coleman Paris: the city of lights, romance and love. You hear so many wonderful things about Paris – the music, food, breathtaking sights – and the city definitely does not disappoint. The city is as magical and beautiful as they say it is. After living and studying in Paris for five months, […]
Chicpea Styles: Travel Edition
It’s officially winter season aka time to plan vacations to warm destinations! Since launching our first “Chicpea Styles” last month and the amazing response it received I thought it would be fun to share some of my fav vacation outfits from all my trips this year. If you missed my epic travel guides please get […]
4 Days in Moscow
Right before leaving for my trip to Greece, my parents were here in Jersey City visiting and briefly mentioned they were going to Moscow with my sister and my aunt… Um, hi? What about me? Being the youngest in the family and used to feeling left out, I put my foot down and said, “I’m […]
5 international destinations to get away for Thanksgiving
With most people celebrating Thanksgiving within the states, Thanksgiving week is one of the best times to travel internationally. Here are our top recommendations for international flights for the end of November! San Juan, Puerto Rico Escape the cold weather and enjoy a bit more sunshine in San Juan. From history and art to great […]
Peres Center for Peace
I know what you’re thinking, what does this have to do with Jersey City? It doesn’t, not really… but it’s important enough and made such an impact on me that it deserves it’s own post. If one person reads this and gets inspired by the idea behind the Peres Center For Peace, then I’ve done […]
Top Things To Do in Israel
As some of you may know, I am an Israeli/Canadian living in Jersey City. I lived in Tel Aviv for about 5 years during my adulthood. My years living there really shaped who I am today and I am so excited to share this Israel guide with you! My whole family lives there so I […]
12 Days in Thailand
I am sitting on the first leg of my trip back home, I have about 24 hours more to go before I reach Jersey City. I am tired, but I feel like a changed person. How cliché – Western woman goes on a solo trip to Thailand and finds herself! I want to tell you […]
The Logan Inn in New Hope, PA
A month ago, I went to check out The Logan Inn, an adorable boutique hotel located in New Hope, PA. I know, what was a Jersey City blogger doing there?! Well, I’ve been working with the Landmark Hospitality team on some digital content and went there with the team to shoot photos for them. After […]
Stone House Restaurant
A few weeks ago, we were invited to have dinner at The Stone House in Warren, NJ, a 30-minute drive from Jersey City. The Stone House is owned by Jeanne and Frank Cattrella of Landmark Hospitality who also own Liberty House Restaurant, a Jersey City landmark. After I interviewed VP of Landmark Hospitality John Williams, […]
6 days in Barcelona, Spain
I returned from the most amazing vacation in Barcelona just a few days ago. I spent a week here and it was almost life-changing. Before I decided to go, I heard from many people that went and almost everyone’s reaction was, “It’s an amazing city.” I had the choice of doing an easy beach vacation […]
JC Getaways: Celebrate Mardi Gras New Orleans Style (via JC and NYC)
As February comes to a close, many local watering holes will be celebrating Mardi Gras the same way St. Paddy’s Day and Cinco de Mayo are observed – with cheap booze. While there’s nothing wrong with that, there’s a lot more to Mardi Gras – especially in New Orleans, which is one of my favorite […]
6 Reasons to Visit Cape May This December
The winter solstice fast is approaching, so it’s natural to experience a sense of wanderlust and longing for your next beach vacation – be it a plane ride away or a short drive down the Garden State Parkway. But long after the temperature has dropped, the crowds have retreated, and seasonal businesses have closed, one […]
Post-Halloween Scares in Sleepy Hollow, NY
If you’re upset with the outcome of the election, you don’t have to accept the reality of it for another two months. And if you’re upset that Halloween is over, you don’t have to accept that either until the end of November. For those who haven’t yet gotten their fill of Halloween fun and for […]
Perfect Lives in Jersey City: Live Opera at Jersey City Venues
Imagine sitting dead center before a stage of opera singers as they are in their highest moment. You feel the chill of the auditorium go down your spine and become enveloped by the orchestra. You are taken aback by the crippling look on the main character’s face as they fall sick before you as silence […]
Weekend Getaway: Ramapo Mountain State Forest
As dog-friendly and wonderful as Jersey City living is, sometimes our furry friends need to get out, see the world and stretch their legs a little. Lucky for us, there are plenty of destinations under an hour away that make perfect mini-getaways for canines. First on the list, dog-tested by yours truly, is Ramapo Mountain […]
ChicpeaJC goes to Tel Aviv
ChicpeaJC is all about my journey of discovering Jersey City in all its glory, but this blog is also about me, my voice and my experiences. That is why it is important to me that I share a side of me that makes me who I am; my background, my culture and heritage. Israel. I […]
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