Looking for a hip city with close proximity to the mountains for a weekend get-away? Asheville, North Carolina just might be the hidden gem you’ve been searching for. An easy drive from several Southern, East Coast and Midwest cities, Asheville is the perfect gateway city to exploring Great Smokey Mountains National Park, Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway. When planning a trip to AVL here are a few of the top things to […]
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The Best Murals in Louisville
Updated: 1/19/23Originally posted: 2/25/19 Looeyville.Lewisville.Loo-a-vul. Louisville is the largest city in the state of Kentucky, yet often the pronunciation trips everyone up, even people who live there. So how do you pronounce Louisville? According to this article, only two pronunciations are correct: Loo-a-vul and Loo-a-ville. No matter how you say it, the city that’s home to bourbon, the Louisville Slugger Museum, and the Kentucky Derby has a growing mural and art scene. While meeting up […]
Disney Food Review
With so many places to eat across all the Walt Disney World parks and resorts, narrowing down where to dine can be a daunting task! Not to mention, sometimes your stomach just doesn’t have room for everything you want to try. Here is a rundown of everywhere we ate and honest reviews of what I thought. Disney Springs Gideon’s BakehouseThese cookies are all the rage at Disney Springs. There is often an extremely long wait […]
5 Things to Do in Fort Wayne, Indiana
My stay in Fort Wayne was hosted by Visit Fort Wayne, but all thoughts and opinions about my stay and activities are my own. Located in northeastern Indiana, Fort Wayne is the second largest city in the Hoosier state. It’s also a great day or weekend trip from Indianapolis, Chicago, South Bend, Detroit, Cleveland and many other Midwest cities. Whether you’re a solo traveler, couple or a family – there’s something for everyone in this […]
Valley of Fire State Park – Las Vegas Day Trip
Las Vegas, Nevada may be a gambling and party destination for many people, but if you’re looking for suggestions on how to spend some time off the strip, keep reading! Sin City is the jumping off point for several state and National Parks, including Valley of Fire State Park, Death Valley National Park, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Grand Canyon National Park and the Hoover Dam. This trip, we decided to spend a couple […]
The Best Stops on an Arizona Road Trip
Arizona has some of the most amazing scenery in the United States and is home to three of our National Parks. If you are thinking about visiting The Grand Canyon State, a road trip is definitely the way to go. There are several routes you could take depending on time and I’ve put together a list of the best Arizona road trip stops you can’t miss. If you start in Tucson, plan on spending at […]