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September 28, 2026
Wyoming has a way of making the landscape feel larger than life. The best places to visit in Wyoming range from mineral springs and towering granite peaks to dusty Western streets where legends once walked. This is a state where buffalo roam beneath enormous skies, geysers erupt on schedule, and historic buildings still echo with […]
September 21, 2026
The American West still crackles with the spirit of the frontier in these authentic Wild West towns, where weathered boardwalks, brick storefronts, saloons, cattle trails, and mountain backdrops create a vivid sense of another era. From California gold-rush settlements to Wyoming cowboy country, each of these destinations offers its own colorful chapter of Western history. […]
February 14, 2022
Named “The Coolest City in the Midwest” (Vogue, 2018) and “Top 10 Places to Travel in 2020” (Wall Street Journal), Milwaukee is certainly one of the coolest cities in America. With its arts, outdoor adventures, beer and cheese culture, dozens of tours, eclectic food scene, and Happy Days residual love, the number of things to […]
April 23, 2020
Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, Branson has been called the family-friendly version of Las Vegas. Branson offers a plethora of entertainment venues, especially along 76 Country Boulevard, and draws visitors from all regions of the country. 1. Stunning Views Branson attractions include a number of picturesque views, including the Route 165 panoramic overlook at the […]
June 15, 2016
Driving through Indiana might not be the first place that comes to mind when planning a road trip, but it’s a route that definitely should be considered. Road trips can be a ton of fun, especially when there are stops all along the way that blends together a mix of fun, good food, adventure, history, […]
March 10, 2014
“You have to stop at Wall Drug,” said Kathy, my buffalo safari guide at Custer State Park. I’d just told her that my road trip in South Dakota was taking me to the Badlands the next day. “And make sure you get one of their homemade donuts – they’re legendary.” Decision made. I’ll travel just about […]
January 28, 2014
With just 48 hours to spend in Rapid City, I had already scheduled a visit to Mt. Rushmore, a drive on the Needles Highway, a Buffalo Jeep Safari at Custer State Park, and a pit stop to eat the famous Wall Drug donuts. From my hotel the first night, I spontaneously Googled “things to do” […]
January 28, 2014
I laughed. I cried. I ate too much. If you’re looking for an authentically fun way to spend a few hours in the sometimes overly touristy Branson, Missouri, the Showboat Branson Belle is the place. As a travel writer who visits a lot of vacation destinations, I tend to shy away from the ones that […]
January 27, 2014
One Tequila, Two Tequila, Three Tequila, FLOOR Move over foodie walking tours, Santa Fe’s tequila tasting is stepping in front. Top Shelf: Tequila Class & Sampling in historic downtown Santa Fe is no pub crawl. It provides thought-provoking history, tequila/food pairing, and the progression from illegal mezcal to high-quality and high-priced sipping tequila. “This is […]
January 27, 2014
Looking for a beach destination but can’t afford a jaunt to the Caribbean or one of the best beaches in the US? No problem. . . pack up the kids and head for…. summer in Chicago! Ohio Street Beach on the shore of Lake Michigan is sure to please everyone in the family. Less crowded […]