When is the last time you visited Frankfort Kentucky. Frankfort is the capital city of Kentucky and boasts some amazing views, historic locations and destinations for the whole family. Since we are only 2 hours from Frankfort, we have visited this city many times so we are well able to share some of our favorite…
Located in the small town of Dayton, Tennessee you will find one of the most famous courthouses in America. The Rhea County Courthouse contains exhibits, photos and news clippings from the Scopes Monkey Trial of 1925. The small museum offers free admission and gives visitors an opportunity to learn about the trial that challenged the…
No visit to downtown Philadelphia is complete without some time spent in historic Reading Terminal Market. Whether you are looking for local culture, a great Philly Cheesesteak, baked goods from the Pennsylvania Dutch or just fresh produce and meat, you will find just about everything in the Market. Even if you’re not shopping for food,…
Recently, we drove over to Historic Rugby, a Victorian English Village on the Cumberland Plateau in Tennessee. Many of the places we visit have historical significance related to Presidents or our direct American history, but historic Rugby was a little different. The community of Rugby was an experimental colony founded by some genteel Englishmen in…
One of the things on our East Tennessee bucket list has always been Dolly Parton’s Stampede. The idea of a full dinner show centered around horses, showmanship and the Christmas season has just captured our imagination for years. And now, finally, we can say that we have been! Now is the perfect time for you…
One of the most iconic historic landmarks in the United States is the Hollywood Sign just outside Los Angeles, California. People from all over the world travel to Hollywood and take pictures of the sign. If you are traveling to the Hollywood area and want to experience the history and magic of the Hollywood Sign,…
We’ve always been fascinated by Wonderworks in Pigeon Forge. After all, the whole idea of a house that looks like it has been dropped on it’s head is just intriguing. Recently, my family had the opportunity to go and see for ourselves just what Wonderworks is! We recruited our cousins to make the adventure with…
It’s getting close to the holiday season and that means one thing. Many people are planning a weekend getaway to Pigeon Forge to enjoy the holiday lights, shows, and festivities. Whether you go to Pigeon Forge every year or are planning your first trip this next month, here are a few tips to help make…