One of the things that you’re going to have to do when you’re heading off traveling is prepare. The more that you do this, the smoother your trip is going to go which will mean a more pleasant time for you while you’re away. We understand that this isn’t always easy, and it can be …
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Stuck in a travel rut? Tired of going to all of the same destinations and doing the whole breakfast buffet, morning by the pool, afternoon museum trip routine? It’s time to shake up your vacation because, you know what? Adventure awaits! 1. Ditch the All-Inclusive (Gasp!) Don’t get me wrong—unlimited piña coladas and buffets the …
Planning your summer vacation? Why not try something a little different this year? An RV trip could be the perfect getaway for families, couples and solo travelers, bringing a lot of benefits and plenty of amazing memories. If you’ve never traveled in an RV before and want to give it a try, here are five …
There are so many reasons why people head to Tennessee to enjoy a nature-filled, outdoorsy camping trip with their loved ones. It is home to one of the most famous National Parks in the entire country, with millions of visitors flocking there each year to soak in the natural beauty of the state. Visiting the …
There's a handful of retro Pizza Hut Classic restaurants across the United States. You probably remember the checkered tablecloths and red cups, right? How about the all-you-can-eat lunch buffet or the hanging branded Tiffany lamps? They exist! I have the pictures to prove it. We found a retro Pizza Hut Classic restaurant about an hour …
My favorite way to explore a new destination is through the belly of the city. Literally. Asheville, North Carolina did not disappoint with their locally owned and operated Eating Asheville Food Tours. Disclosure: Eating Asheville Food Tours does not always visit the same restaurants. Your tour may be very similar to mine or you may …
Mt. Airy, North Carolina is located about 2 hours from both Charlotte and Raleigh. Step back in time and spend 24 hours in the town that inspired Andy Griffith's Mayberry. "The Andy Griffith Show" followed the antics of Sheriff Andy Taylor, his son Opie, and Deputy Barney Fife in the sleepy town of Mayberry, North …
How to be prepared and what to expect on an adventurous afternoon whitewater rafting in Montana in Alberton Gorge. Disclosure: We were hosted by Destination Missoula for the duration of our trip where we were comped our lodging, meals, and activities. However, all opinions are my own and were not influenced by anyone else. The …
A group of four women set out on an adventure - fly fishing in Missoula, Montana. Disclosure: We were hosted by Destination Missoula for the duration of our trip where we were comped our lodging, meals, and activities. However, all opinions are my own and were not influenced by anyone else. It was a cool …
Whether you are in town for a week or a short afternoon, here is a list of some of the best restaurants in Juneau, Alaska as well as a few places to grab snacks and drinks, all within walking distance of the cruise port. Juneau, Alaska is not accessible by car. To get here, you …
The Juneau tram, also known as the Mt. Roberts Tramway, is the only aerial tramway in Southeast Alaska. Juneau, Alaska is one of the most picturesque ports in the state. The cruise ships dock directly in the downtown area and most of the popular restaurants and shops are within walking distance of the port. Juneau …
Glacier Dog Sledding in Alaska is an adventure you didn't know you needed on your bucket list. I think it was possibly the most adventurous day of my life. The morning was spent on Auke Bay on a whale watching tour, followed by lunch at Tracy's King Crab Shack, Juneau's most popular and iconic restaurant …
Here is the no fluff guide to the Amtrak Roomette - the good, the bad, the ugly, and the really ugly. Best solo trip ever....20 years ago. Many, many moons ago I booked a ticket on Amtrak from Salt Lake City, Utah to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I had been transferred to Utah for a job and …
The hike to the Delicate Arch is not for the faint of heart. It’s a 3-mile round trip 4600 feet above sea level over very rocky terrain and narrow trails with steep drop offs. On the National Park Service website, there is a warning - “Carefully consider weather conditions (summer heat or winter ice) and …
Antelope Island State Park is a little more than 40 miles Northwest of Salt Lake City in Davis County, Utah and is home to American Bison, Big Horn Sheep, and Pronghorns among 1000’s of other wildlife specifies and waterfowl. Antelope Island is the largest island in Great Salt Lake, and encompasses 42 square miles of …
The TWA Hotel History The Idlewild Airport opened in 1948 on the southside of Queens, New York. In the beginning there was only one terminal. Today, the airport is known as John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and has six terminals. JFK is the busiest international air passenger gateway in the United States. Terminal 5 …
Whether your flight is delayed or you have a long layover, step back into the 1960's at the TWA Connie Cocktail Lounge at the TWA Hotel. Let’s say you find yourself at Kennedy Airport with a long delay. Or a few hours in between flights. Should you schlep yourself to the nearest bar and spend …
The TWA Hotel Pool and The Runway Chalet are on the rooftop of the hotel, overlooking a runway at one of the country's busiest airports. Imagine a day where it’s 40 degrees and you are outside sipping a dry martini. Now imagine as you are sipping that dry martini, you are immersed in an infinity …
The TWA Hotel Paris Cafe is a throwback to the 1962 original restaurant at TWA's Terminal 5 at JFK Airport. In 1962, a world traveler named Anna stepped into the new shiny Terminal 5 at the Idlewild Airport. Placing her rigid wicker suit-case by her feet, she glanced around the 200,000 square foot open space …
There is a Chick-fil-A, in a small Georgia town near the Atlanta airport, where you can sit down at a table, with a server, and eat a Hot Brown breakfast and finish with a Lemon Icebox Pie. It’s real, it’s magical. It’s The Dwarf House Chick-fil-A in Hapeville. There are normal doors of course, for …
EDITOR'S NOTE (1/17/2020): It appears that the Blue Box Cafe has closed and will reopen in 2023. The following text appears on the front page of the Tiffany.com website: (or feel free to keep reading to get to the original post) The Blue Box Cafe™ Reopens in 2021 Reservations are no longer available at The …
Do you know about the Twinings Disney Tea Experience? It's a fun tea tasting event with sandwiches and scones at the Rose and Crown Pub. I am so excited to tell you about the Disney Tea Experience at EPCOT in the United Kingdom’s Rose and Crown Pub. I booked a reservation for myself as I …
When you have free time in Minneapolis, whether a few hours or an entire afternoon, here's what to see and do. (I ended up with a 9-hour layover in Minneapolis. The following ideas can be done separately if you have less time than I had. Downtown Minneapolis is a 20-minute ride on the light rail …
On Location Tours New York City - about the tour and how to book. Visit the city's landmarks made famous in movies and TV shows. I visit NYC so often that I consider myself to be almost a local. I know 6 different ways to get anywhere, and I can recommend the best places to …
An affordable beachfront resort on the white sand in the Gulf of Mexico. The beautiful Alden Suites at St. Pete Beach, Florida. I recently spent an amazing fun filled weekend at Alden Suites St. Pete Beach. Located west of St. Petersburg, Florida, St. Pete Beach is situated on a barrier island and is less than …
This is a summary of a recent Dominican Republic Mission Trip I joined. My hope is that if you are considering taking a mission trip of your own, this will encourage you and hopefully you will find it as fulfilling as I did. Here's a rundown of our mission, where we stayed, what we ate, …
Juneau Whale Watch Tour - King Crab legs included! What to do on your next trip to Juneau, Alaska. A whale watch tour and lunch - makes a perfect cruise excursion as well. I spent a week in Juneau, Alaska during the summer solstice. The days were long, but there was still quite a chill …
Juneau Food Tours is a great way to explore this port city in Alaska. Did you know Juneau is famous for king crab, hog wings, and reindeer sausage? It is a known fact, if you follow my writings, you know that food and travel are two of my greatest passions. I love being “when in …
The ultimate guide to visit Branson, Missouri- a little gem in the Ozark Mountains. There is something for everyone. What to see: Clay Cooper and his ensemble of singers, dancers, and comedians is a must see show. I don’t think I have laughed that hard in a really long time. Learn more about The Clay …
What to do when you have a free 24 hours in Austin, Texas? I had coffee with cats, visited some Longhorns, and enjoyed happy hour at a grocery store. We travel a lot. Usually we are heading to a half marathon or a blogging conference, or Mr. Beet is working out of town and I …
For a delicious meal on your visit to Branson, eat at the Keeter Center. The food is wonderfully prepared by students from the College of the Ozarks. A few years ago I took my first trip to Branson, Missouri for my in-laws 50th Wedding Anniversary. I was looking for a restaurant that was somewhat fancy …
The Hughes Brothers Theater is home to the Hughes Music Show. I consider this show to be a must see in Branson, and here's why. The World's Largest Performing Family The Hughes family has the distinction of being the world’s largest performing family. They (the Hughes brothers) have been performing together over 30 years and …
The highest peak in the Great Smoky Mountains is Clingmans Dome, a mountain that stands at 6,643 feet (2.025 meters). Its location is seven miles west of Newfound Gap in the city of Bryson City, North Carolina. In 1959, a 54-foot tall observation tower was opened with a spiral walkway leading up to a 360-degree …
I am not really sure what I was expecting when I went to the Clay Cooper Theater in Branson, Missouri. I had been to Branson once before my most recent trip and we only saw one show – and it was good, not really toe stomping foot tapping good, but entertaining. But toe stomping, foot …
There is a six block area in downtown Birmingham, Alabama that is known as the Birmingham Civil Rights District. Much of the significant events that unfolded during Birmingham’s Civil Rights Movement happened within these six blocks and there is a lot to learn and explore over the course of an afternoon. First I visited the …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Visit Panama City Beach. All opinions are 100% mine. I am here to tell you that Panama City Beach is open and ready for you to visit. Not even a devastating hurricane last October could close this beach town. The sand is as white …
This is my recap of Day 3 of the #FarmFoodTour Kansas. To read Days 1 & 2 - visit here --> #FarmFoodTour Kansas Day & 2 Here is what I learned from the overall experience: Understand your food labels. Non-GMO, grass fed, and non-ethanol are nonsensical marketing labels. While non-GMO is a real thing, it …
Last month I had an amazing opportunity to travel to Kansas and learn about farming, something foreign to this city girl. The Kansas Farm Bureau and Kansas Soybean Commission flew 8 bloggers to Kansas City, Missouri where our #FarmFoodTour began. We boarded a mini luxury bus, along with our two hosts, a local Kansas farmer, …
I had Breakfast at Tiffany's - The Blue Box Cafe in New York City. When the movie “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” was released in 1961, millions of people have dreamed about actually having breakfast at the iconic Fifth Avenue store in New York City. Now, 56 years later, that dream can now be a reality. Last …
New York City is a foodie’s playground. There are over 24,000 places to eat in the city, and one of the newest trends is the explosion of food halls. In the summer of 2010, chef Todd English designed and opened The Plaza Food Hall in the basement of the super famous Plaza Hotel in midtown …
The best food in Brooklyn in one tour - you can't miss this Williamsburg Bites - Brooklyn Food Tour. There's more to New York than pizza. I used to live in New York City - Queens to be more specific. I had an apartment in Rockaway Beach while I was a Flight Attendant for Delta …
I AM A SELF PROCLAIMED FOOD TOUR JUNKIE. Food defines the culture of a town. Most cities, whether large or small, offer some type of a food tour highlighting its local eateries and culture while also teaching aa little history. While it's something I love to do when I'm traveling, I also love exploring food …