One of my favorite parts of traveling is checking out local restaurants with a unique atmosphere. Located just 20 minutes outside of Phoenix in Mesa, Arizona is one of the most fun pizza restaurants in the state. Organ Stop Pizza features the largest Wurlitzer organ in the world and offers a great family-friendly experience with…
One of the best places to experience the amazing sunsets in Phoenix, Arizona is the iconic Hole in the Rock. This popular trail just minutes from the Phoenix Zoo and Desert Botanical Gardens is an easy walk up to the top of the butte that gives you the perfect place to watch the sunset. If…
Did you know that there are opportunities to volunteer and use your time and talents at conference centers and camps around the country? Today, I am excited to welcome my mom, Ritchie Hale, as she shares some of her experiences working as a volunteer at Glen Eyrie Castle in Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs, Colorado seems…
One of the most influential people of our modern day United States history is Martin Luther King Jr. The best way to understand the life and impact of historical figures like Martin Luther King Jr is to visit the places that have direct ties to the events of their life. We have taken the opportunity…
Mount Rushmore is the most famous presidential landmark in Rapid City, South Dakota but it is not the only place to see presidents in the city. Spend some time downtown Rapid City and you can get your picture with any (or all) of the United States Presidents! Check out these tips for seeing the City…
One of the most iconic restaurants all across the United States is Cracker Barrel Old Country Store. Ever since the first location opened in 1969, Cracker Barrel has been a family favorite for good food and a great place to stretch on road trips. Each member of the family has their own reasons for loving…
When the trees are green and the skies are blue, it’s fun to go explore new places. There’s just nothing like a day of adventures when the weather is absolutely perfect. But just because the winter weather is creeping in and the trees are bare of leaves doesn’t mean its time to stop exploring; instead,…
Most of the time when people think of exploring cities, they think of the big metropolitan areas like New York City, Chicago, or Philadelphia where the major historical landmarks are. But don’t overlook rural America and the amazing opportunities for discoveries. The next time you find yourself in a small town looking for something to…