23 of the World’s Most Famous Buildings–and How Long it Took to Build Them
When we think of amazing buildings, pyramids are often the first type to come to mind. I know I visited Mexico for the pyramids, not the sand and ocean! And you’ve no doubt seen some of the television shows about these ancient builders–the architects of...
Golden Landscapes to Chemical Bunkers to Backroads — Road Trip
Some days on a road trip are mostly about the road. Day 3 was one of those! Day 3: Montana to Oregon Our Day 3 itinerary had a major change when we discovered that the Northwest Museum of Vintage Snowmobiles in Spokane Valley, Washington, was no longer open as the...What Vampire Movie Starring Brad Pitt was Filmed at Oak Alley Plantation?
Cultures around the world have centuries-old stories of vampires–nasty, blood-sucking creatures that live forever. In fact, you could say we’ve been fascinated with vampires forever, or about as long as one could live. And movie makers know that what...What Famous 1950s Boxer Learned his Sport at Missouri State Penitentiary?
Missouri State Penitentiary, now a tourist attraction in Jefferson City, has been home to a number of infamous inmates, including this boxer whose likeness was painted in front of his cell. While he went on to fame and fortune as a boxer, he arrived at the prison in...What Two U.S. Rivers Meet at the Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower in Illinois?
President Thomas Jefferson proposed an expedition to explore the interior of the United States, all the way to the Western ocean, to the United States Congress in January of 1803. The president selected his personal secretary, Meriwether Lewis, a U.S. army captain, to...More Posts
Crepes, Wood Fired Pizza & More: Whytewold EmporiumThe Whytewold Emporium near Gimli, in Manitoba's Interlake Region, serves wood-fired pizza and French crepes -- along with a garden centre and store.
Hill Aerospace Museum — Hundreds of Planes from WWI to the Cold WarThe Hill Aerospace Museum at Ogden, Utah, just a few miles from Salt Lake City, is a must-see free attraction with hundreds of airplanes and artifacts.
Wabasha Street Caves & their Prohibition Secrets — Saint Paul, MNSaint Paul, Minnesota, history includes Prohibition gangsters and speakeasies including the Wabasha Street Caves. See "Castle Royal" or take a driving tour.
How to Visit Europe on a Budget Without Backpacks or HostelsTravel tips on how to visit Europe on a Budget - Krakow is one of the cheapest and has many free sights in its UNESCO heritage site of Old Town.
Rodeo Bull Riding, Bronc Busting, Calf Roping & More: Things to See in SaskatchewanThere are lots of rodeo events to see in Saskatchewan every summer! See rodeo bull riding, bronc busting, calf roping and more from June through August.
Hopkins Dining Parlour in Moose Jaw: Fine Dining and the Most GhostsA night out in the historic Hopkins Dining Parlour in Moose Jaw is guaranteed to have a tasty meal -- and if you're lucky, an encounter with a ghost!
Road Trip from Banaue, Ifugao, Philippines, to Manila, Philippines: A Photo JournalWith Super Typhoon Haima headed directly at me, I ended up with a 12-hour Road Trip from Banaue, Ifugao, Philippines, to Manila, Philippines -- the journey.
Western Canada’s 8 Best Open Air MuseumsIt takes just 1000 miles from Winnipeg, Manitoba, to Edmonton, Alberta, with stops in Saskatchewan, to explore Western Canada's 8 best open air museums.
Paddling Adventures in Peninsula State Park — Door County, WIPeninsula State Park, in Wisconsin's Door County, is a popular summer destination -- enjoy paddling across the Bay to Horseshoe Island from Nicolet Beach.
35 Reasons to Hike the Appalachian Trail for its 80th AnniversaryCheck out this infographic of 35 reasons to hike the Appalachian Trail -- it celebrates 80 years in 2017. The 2190 miles have been hiked by 17000+ hikers.