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  With just two days in a weekend, we’d say the best time for you to start your trip to Boston is to leave on Friday night and be here for almost two full days. You can return to your city on Sunday night and be home soon enough to show up for work on Monday morning. The Boston Commons The Boston Commons is right next to the popular Boston Public Gardens, which makes it all the better. Not only can you visit two places, but you can do it without having to spend doubly on commute. Oh, and did we forget to mention that both these places are breathtakingly beautiful with their trees and trimmed bushes and grass patches? It’s a real pleasure in here. They make for a great getaway for a quick walk and some pictures. The Boston Public Library Now, once you have had your scenic walk, it’s time to move on to the Boston Public Library. “But,” you might say, “I didn’t come to Boston to read books!” We know that. We aren’t asking you to visit the library to become a patron. We’re asking you ...

Texas barbecue has no right to be this good—but it is. Visitors to places like Austin have often remarked that Texas barbecue is the most unique and the most delicious barbecue they have ever tasted—and we are inclined to agree. Why is Texas Barbecue so Unique? Let’s start off by calling a spade a spade: it’s Texas-style brisket . Most barbecues use mustard, vinegar, and even tomato derivatives for their sauces. Kansas, for instance, has its famous molasses base for meat curing. Other states also stick to sauces for marination purposes. Texas likes to keep it dry. Texas is a whole new deal with its limited-to-the-bare-basics approach: good old salt and pepper. And yet, with just these two ingredients to cure the meat, it still turns out so well and juicy. The meat simply melts in your mouth—and that’s what makes the Lone Star State the barbecue champion of the country. The Barbecue Belt Here at Cubby, we have written about the Tornado Belt before and why Texas is such a big part of it....

Excited about your week-long getaway? Can’t wait to unwind and relax in a new city? Make sure you don’t overpack by carrying things you don’t need. Here’s what you should avoid packing for a week-long trip. Bulky Towel We know; carrying your fluffiest towel on your trip seems like the perfect add-on for maximum comfort. However, this really isn’t the wisest move to make when you’re packing for a week-long trip. Sure, it’s convenient having your personal towel with you, but packing it doesn’t make much sense for a short-term trip. This is because towels are bulky. Carrying one in your bag will just take up a lot of space that could be utilized for other, more pressing items.  Not to mention that towels take forever to dry and you really don’t want to be stuck with a damp towel that would stink up your bag. If you absolutely must keep a towel, opt for a microfiber travel towel . More Than One Pair of Jeans This actually applies to other clothing items too. When you’re just traveling ...