An invite to Decorah, Iowa netted some of the most interesting experiences and finds. I had no idea that this quiet, small community in NE Iowa would be home to a vibrant farm to table community with so many entrepreneurship minded individuals. I love that so many Iowans are living out their dreams and embracing the…
photo: (c)https://www.shreveport-bossier.org/ From the day after Thanksgiving until the weekend before Christmas the American Rose Center, located near Shreveport, LA, is transformed into Christmas at Roseland with thousands of twinkling lights, lighted holiday sets and giant Christmas cards created by area elementary schools. 118 wooded acres is the national headquarters to the American Rose Society…
If you haven’t visited before, this is the year to make plans to visit Santa Claus, Indiana! This fun little town is the ideal destination for you to visit during the busy holiday season. Check out our thoughts and experiences below! Reasons To Visit Santa Claus, Indiana This Holiday I thoroughly enjoy Christmas, it is one…
A fair amount of our travel is to visit family to stay connected with those we love. For us, real face time is always preferred over digital face time. The kids live just far enough away that an overnight stay is usually required. Luckily, my parents, sisters and niece are in the same area so…
Updated August 2019 Who would have thought that South Dakota would become one of my favorite states to visit during the warmer months. A hidden gem and an often overlooked state it is full of history, art and culture, great food and outdoor activities. Take a weekend with your girlfriends to discover one of my…
Just a short 2 1/2 hour jaunt from Chicago is Madison, WI, home to the University of Wisconsin and an endless array of cultural opportunities. Take a weekend to explore the numerous museums, shop boutiques, eat great food and fall in love with this midwestern town. Madison is sure to make a memorable girlfriend getaway. WHERE…
With the hustle and bustle that comes with the City of Orlando (translation: mile after mile of walking in theme parks and running from restaurant to restaurant), it’s hard to even think about relaxing sometimes. But, taking the time to relax and spend a day away from all of the hoopla is not only good…
It’s easy to forget all about your healthy eating when you’re on vacation. You didn’t look for cheap hotels in Las Vegas to stick to a diet all week! However, day after day of eating fast food or gourmet meals will slow you down, which means you’ll have less energy to enjoy your time away…
The last thing I want to do is spend all day in the kitchen making dinner. Thankfully, with the help of Kraft, I can make a delicious Cranberry Sausage Pecan Stuffing that is done in 20 minutes serve it up with a side of chicken breast and green beans and dinner is pretty much done…
Disclosure: Grand Traverse Resort invited me to enjoy their resort for a weekend. All thoughts and opinions are my own. From across the Grand Traverse bay I see a steel and glass structure jutting up from the land. Surrounded by nature and just beyond the shore Grand Traverse Resort stands higher than any other building in the…
Houmas House in Darrow, LA is the perfect destination for a romantic getaway. Built near the banks of the Mississippi River Houmas House offers guests exquisite rooms tucked away from the historic home and gardens. Houmas House offers 38 acres of gorgeous landscaping, ponds and a live oak alley. Enjoy a mint julep while exploring…
As I was researching my first visit to Louisiana I stumbled across the website for New Orleans Plantation Country and it was love at first sight. I knew that I would have to spend some time in Plantation Country during my 2-week Louisiana tour. Fortunately, I was able to spend two fabulous nights and three…
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