Sometimes you find hidden gems in your own local backyard. You have lived near these remote off the road locations for years but just never knew it was there. That’s how we feel about Mill Springs Battlefield GristMill. On a recent trip to Somerset, we decided to take a few minutes and go exploring and…
When most people think about touring the Kentucky Horse Park, they think about the summer events like Breyerfest, the jumping events, or Hats off to Kentucky Day. But have you thought about taking a tour through the Horse Park in the winter season? Just because it is cold outside, doesn’t mean the adventures should stop….
When we are out on road trips, we love looking for FREE public art. These are great places to enjoy adventures without having to worry about crowds. We look for murals, wall paintings, sculpture gardens or photo opps from movies and pop culture. Public art has taken over and can be found in almost every…
We love finding small local museums with big historic significance when we take a vacation. When we were planning our 2400-mile road trip, we found the Reed City Heritage Museum formerly known as The Old Rugged Cross Museum in Reed City, Michigan. I mentioned to my Mom that we were going to visit and discovered…
There are some people who love a vacation at the same beach resort every year. They know what to expect, how long it will take to get there, and where the cleanest restrooms are between home and their condo. For this group of people, the journey is merely a means to the end. How quickly…
Do you love finding roadside attractions when you travel? Most of the time when we are on a road trip, we find one or two things in an area, take a picture and keep moving. But if you visit Casey, Illinois you can see many of these oversized real-life objects in one place. This small…
If you are looking for a beach experience unlike anything you typically experience in Florida or South Carolina, then Grand Marais, Michigan may be just the place. Located on Lake Superior in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Grand Marais is an opportunity to experience a beach vacation and step away from the hustle of normal…
Are you looking for a vacation destination that doesn’t take you far from home and delivers opportunities for mega-family memories? Northern Georgia may be just the place for your next family vacation! From waterfalls and covered bridges to tunnels, pottery, and botanical gardens, take a look at these fun things to do in Northern Georgia….