We are making our way southwest through Route 66 Missouri to the birthplace of the Mother Road, the city of Springfield. Weren’t we just in Springfield? That was back in Illinois! The fact that we are driving through two, that … Continued
It’s time to hit the road again. We are leaving Springfield, the Land of Lincoln, and heading to the Gateway of the West, St. Louis. The two cities are only about 100 miles apart, but we took our time stopping … Continued
We have driven from Chicago to St. Louis and back, countless times over the years. Before sitting down to write this, I actually tried to calculate how many times we’ve taken the mind-numbing drive. It has to be at least … Continued
There’s nothing that captures the heart and soul of America like a cross-country road trip. From the very beginning of the westward expansion, promises of prosperity and opportunity enticed Americans to make the long journey. With the invention and eventual … Continued
I had the pleasure of joining Roseville’s Visitors Association for a Familiarization (FAM) Tour in the Twin Cities this summer. A FAM trip is a tool used in the tourism industry to familiarize others about a place in the travel … Continued
Updated October 2019. In case you didn’t get the memo, the craft beer craze is here to stay. Like many travelers, trying new beer is on our list of things to do when visiting a new place. It’s called craft … Continued
Portugal Must See Places Beyond Lisbon How can you not be enamored with Portugal? We discovered a country saturated with a rich history, overwhelming natural beauty, deeply devout communities, and authentic charm. Our list of Portugal’s must-see places to visit … Continued
We have been a little quiet on the blog lately. It’s because we are busy planning our first grand escapade of the year. In the spring, we are heading over to Europe for a ninety-day BIG adventure. We will be hiking 500 miles … Continued