Moore County, Tennessee is probably best known for its most famous resident, the Jack Daniels Distillery. But the small town of Lynchburg and the surrounding countryside offer up charm, history and other “spirits”. The JD Distillery The Jack Daniels Distillery […]
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On the BBQ trail in the Upstate of South Carolina
South Carolinians are serious about their barbeque – so serious in fact that the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) has a website solely dedicated to BBQ in the state. And whether it’s a debate on which […]
Shi-yo to Cherokee, North Carolina
Somewhere between kitsch and history, Cherokee, North Carolina finds its stride. Amongst a seemingly endless amount of Native American gift shops offering items imported from China and “authentic Native American dancers” adorned in makeup and headdresses lies a city rich […]
Explore: South Carolina’s Thoroughbred Country
Situated a few hours southwest of Greenville, a cluster of small towns hugs the border of Georgia- Aiken, North Augusta, Allendale and Bamberg and Barnwell Counties. Here, life slows down a bit and horses permeate the landscape and culture. In […]
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina’s Beach Playground
Often referred to as The Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach has been attracting families seeking a value beach vacation for years. In fact, it’s the most popular family beach destination on the East Coast, with more than 15 million visitors each […]
Kansas City, More than BBQ and Blues
Our first stop was the Steamboat Arabia, KC’s number one tourist attraction. The “King Tut’s Tomb of the Missouri River” is a museum housing a huge collection of artifacts from the steamboat that sunk in 1856 when it was carrying […]
Discover South Carolina’s Dark Corner
The area was coined the Dark Corner and many believed that it was because of the people. They were whisky-makers, drinkers and backwoods-type people who were suspicious of outsiders. But in reality it was dubbed the dark corner in 1832, […]
North Carolina’s Wine Country
Southern wines haven’t had a good following until recently. Most weren’t that good and were mostly made from Muscadine grapes. But the 36 plus wineries in the Yadkin Valley are producing great-tasting, award-winning wines from a surprisingly large variety of […]
Boston, the walking city
Boston is a great, walkable city; in fact it’s been nicknamed America’s Walking City, so no need for a rental car once you arrive. The T subway system is also pretty extensive so when you don’t feel like walking just […]
Boone is Bursting with Summer Fun
Named after Daniel Boone, the legendary explorer and hunter who maintained a hunting camp in the area, Boone boasts several attractions that play homage to its namesake.. Boone is also home to Appalachian State University, giving the town a college […]
Warm Up in One of America’s Prettiest Winter Towns
Nestled high in the North Carolina Mountains is the quaint village of Blowing Rock. Pretty any time of the year, winter – when the town is blanketed in white fluffy snow – is the best time to visit. Travel and […]
Exploring the Sights and Smells of Chicago
Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago is a city of magnificent lakefront parks, world-class museums and stunning architecture. And, with Southwest flying non-stop from Greenville to Chicago, it’s now much easier to hop on a plane and explore […]
Say Osiyo to Oklahoma
Oklahoma City I have never seen as many wranglers, boots, and cowboy hats as when I stepped off the plane in Oklahoma City. That’s saying a lot, since I lived in Dallas and the Southwest for many years. But this […]
You Can Come Home Again: Mesa’s Changing Face
I grew up in Mesa, Arizona and I have fond memories of the town. And, while Mesa has certainly changed over the years, a lot of things are still the same. During the Spring, many people flock to Hohokam Park […]
Top 10 Places in the US to Feed the Animals
As far as family trips go, these places are relatively inexpensive. They can be done on a weekend or incorporated into a longer trip. Some places charge by the carload and for other’s it’s as cheap as buying a loaf […]