Fall is absolutely my favorite time of year. It has the best holiday, Halloween I’m looking at you, cool weather, fantastic fall festivals, pumpkins, apples, boots and sweaters. Honestly, best.season.ever., and one of the best places to experience that season is up north in Cadillac, MI. Here you can experience the splendor and magic of…
Located along both banks of the Ouachita River in North Louisiana off I-20, the dual-city destination of of Monroe-West Monroe, always has a reason to celebrate and share its foodways, its five Louisiana Cultural Districts and award-winning Main Streets. This area gives visitors many reasons to visit this fall, with festivals, special events and celebrations throughout…
Each autumn, nature puts on a spectacular display of color in many areas of the United States making it the perfect time for a fall color road trip. This display is the fall foliage and each year the leaves change color from their usual green to a variety of other colors. Certain trees only change…
North Alabama is jam packed with hidden gems and unique attractions. I’m always finding really cool reasons to put the area back on my “must visit” list. You could easily spend a long weekend in the area, but I’d recommend trying to stay at least 5-day, a full week is probably best. It you love…
On the very edge of the North Georgia Mountains, near Dawsonville, Georgia, you’ll discover Amicalola Falls State Park. The shining star, in my opinion, of the Georgia State Parks system. Here you’ll discover spectacular vistas, the state’s tallest waterfall, endless outdoor activities and the chance to disconnect from the crazy chaos of daily life. Come…
An annual winter tradition, the award-winning Niagara Falls WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS, Canada’s largest and longest running FREE outdoor light Festival includes more than 50 larger than life displays and dozens of trees wrapped in lights along the Niagara Parkway, including Canadian wildlife displays, the two-story tall Zimmerman Fountain, 40ft light tunnel, castle and more! Enjoy…
Bloomfield, Indiana, located about 80 miles SW of Indianapolis, is home to so many unique things that I’m shocked I haven’t heard of this small town before. I mean, the weird and unique is right smack dab in the center of my wheelhouse and Bloomfield has that and so much more. I was thrilled to…
I have a slight addiction to cookbooks and old recipe boxes which is how I found these Pumpkin Chip Cookies Recipe. It’s interesting to look through the recipes and see how things have evolved. However, sometimes the original is perfect. This is a recipe from my mom dated 1978. No adjustments needed and they are…
Temps are starting to cool, and the leaves are starting their glorious transition from summer greens to the vibrant array of autumn hues. One of the best ways experience that change is with a fall color weekend in Cadillac, Michigan. I feel like Michigan is a hidden gem when it comes to fall color tours….
Fall is one of my favorite times to visit Alton IL, located on the confluence of the Illinois, Missouri and Mississippi rivers. It’s a town steeped in history where you can immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the fruits of the land. Just a short 30 minutes north of St. Louis, fall is the perfect…
Fall family getaways provide a chance to enjoy the autumn scenery and cooler weather, and to get a short break from the new school session. Look for trips that are a short drive away, and try to take advantage of any three-day weekend you have. Even if you just have a weekend, a short trip…
Sioux Falls isn’t usually on the family’s must visit vacation hot spots, but if you are traveling through South Dakota I highly recommend a stop at the state’s largest city and the Washington Pavilion. I spent time in the city during a conference and was able to explore and find so many fun things to…
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