One of our favorite bookstores to visit in Knoxville, TN, has always been McKay Used Books. But recently, they closed their store. That means we are on the hunt for another used bookstore whenever we visit family in the Knoxville area. On our most recent trip, we found a great little stop. If you love…
Small towns are some of my favorite places to explore. It doesn’t matter if it’s fall, spring, or really any time of year — there’s just something relaxing about spending a day wandering through shops, meeting friendly people, and finding pieces of history tucked into every corner. Recently, we spent some time in Clinton, Tennessee,…
Are you looking for a weekend adventure close to home? How about the Frist Art Museum located in the heart of downtown Nashville, Tennessee? This local art museum is the perfect size for an afternoon family adventure. Whether you are an avid art lover or just looking for something unique to do in Nashville, Frist…
One of our favorite museums to visit in the Pensacola area is the National Naval Aviation Museum. If you love seeing aircraft from history up close, then this museum is for you. Located on the Naval Base in Pensacola, Florida, this free museum offers the opportunity to view more than 150 full-size restored aircraft from…
Have you ever opened a can of Bush’s Baked Beans for dinner and wondered where they come from? Do you find it fascinating to see how things are made? Located about an hour east of Knoxville, Tennesee, you can visit the Bush’s Beans Visitor Center and get all the behind-the-scenes info on the origin of…
We eat a lot of apples in our house but don’t often get to pick them from the trees ourselves. Since this is apple season, we took some time to drive up to Huber Orchard just north of Louisville and pick our own apples and experience some outdoor fun. It is starting to look like…
Sometimes you want to find a fun adventure but you don’t want to spend money on a pricey ticket or admission. That’s when it’s time to look outside the normal vacation ideas and find something a little more budget-friendly that delivers fun for the whole family. The Watson Mill Bridge State Park offers a place…
One of the most popular waterfalls in northern Georgia is Anna Ruby Falls. Located just a couple of miles from Helen, Georgia, this popular trail is well worth the time. With twin falls at the end of the trail and cascades all along the path as you hike to the top, it’s no surprise that…