Author Archives: Dylan Grossmann

Florence was a dream. Some of my fondest family memories were made in Florence. After hopping off the train from Venice on my brother Jared’s birthday we were determined to not waste a minute. While our parents dealt with the hotel and such, the two of us wandered the city until dark before meeting ourContinue reading “Travel with Dyl: Florence”

Looking through pictures and reminiscing has brought me back to my family’s wonderful trip to Italy, Winter Break 2018-19. We visited Venice, Florence, and Rome. I loved this trip so much and can’t wait to relive it while writing these posts. Rome was a fascinating city filled with incredible architecture and history as well asContinue reading “Travel with Dyl: Rome”

In the past few weeks, I have found myself listening to podcasts on walks, putting away laundry, or even doing homework. Without being able to socialize with a wide range of people like usual it is nice to hear a conversation between other people and feel like you are a part of it. Here areContinue reading “Podcasts For Everyone”

While most teens regularly use Apple Music and Spotify to stream music daily, most have SoundCloud on their phone for an occasional browse. Lately, more and more teens are switching to SoundCloud premium and are leaving their more conventional listening services behind. SoundCloud is the youtube for audio, anyone can upload what they want forContinue reading “Why Does Everyone Love SoundCloud?”

I promised myself when I created this platform that I would share authentic content that I think other teenagers should hear. During this dull time as I scroll through my Instagram looking at all of my favorite accounts, I noticed a sense of jealousy had slipped away. Other than the occasional yummy looking banana breadContinue reading “Instagram Is A Highlight Reel”

The desire to stay under the covers and in your sweats is almost all-consuming these days, but to counter the quarantine diet it is important to do the occasional workout. I’ve put together a list of awesome workouts that are actually enjoyable and aren’t just sitting doing ab workouts on a mat. Although staying healthyContinue reading “Fun & Free At Home Workouts”

With many of us safe at home, we must remember those on the front lines going to work every day and those whose financial state is in extreme jeopardy. For those of us at a standstill, wanting to help but not sure how to from our homes, I have compiled a list of online storesContinue reading “Shop To Support COVID-19 Relief”

The final city on our wonderful Japan trip was Osaka. We spent one night here. I felt so at home in Osaka and can easily say it was my favorite city we visited. Walking around on New Year’s Eve at night was magical. Osaka Castle One of Japans most famous landmarks, Osaka Castle is gorgeous.Continue reading “Travel with Dyl: Osaka”

Kyoto looked like a Japanese movie set. Kyoto was a more quiet and traditional city. There is no lack of preservation of culture. I often think about those who live in Kyoto. How their lives must be full of such raw traditional influence and what pride that gives them. Favorite Meals Sushi Fukagawa Ryuji OurContinue reading “Travel with Dyl: Kyoto”

After the first few busy days in Tokyo adjusting to the wild 14 hour time change a drive to the remote city of Hakone was a perfect one night trip for some relaxation. Gora Brewery On the way to our Ryokan, we stopped for lunch at Gora Brewery. Gora Brewery is Nobu’s brewery and restaurantContinue reading “Travel with Dyl: Hakone”