Touring in your home town

I always knew that New York was a fantastic city- and so is Washington DC, which explains why I chose to live there so long. Anyway, in my time at home over the summer, I have had the chance to tour around some Italian friends of mine. Going around the old familiar places, but with people who have never seen them before, everything takes on new meaning. The Statue of Liberty, which for my family represented coming to the new world- to them is the symbol of everything that America can offer.
It isn't just cheeseburger (because OH YES, I took them for GOOD burgers), but a new culinary experience- and a picture riding the bull on broadway means you master the American financial market (or whats left)!
Anyway, what I mean to say, is that if the financial mess has left you without summer plans- try rediscovering your nearest city! You may be surprised how much you've overlooked or taken for granted.