Looking for the perfect day trip from Pittsburgh? Want to find some outdoor adventures near the city? You’re going to love what I discovered just north of Pittsburgh. Simply head out of the city towards Butler County. Immerse yourself in some epic outdoor adventures, great food, and really unique shopping opportunities. The Best Day Trip…
When I’m not traveling all around to find unusual and fun things to share with you, you’ll find me playing in the garden or kicking back in my outdoor space. Summers are short here in Michigan so I do everything I can to maximize that outdoor time. That means having a comfy and aesthetically pleasing…
The long hot days of summer means lots of cool, refreshing treats. Don’t let all those tempting summer desserts blow your daily points. Instead, indulge in one of these very tasty Weight Watchers Summer Desserts that are only 4 points each or less. WEIGHT WATCHERS SUMMER DESSERTS Skinny Vegan Cherry Ice Cream from…
Growing up our favorite treat during summer were root beer floats or Boston coolers made with every Michigander’s favorite ginger ale, Vernor’s. Oh the joy of mixing ice cream with soda. The sugar highs must have been fabulous, not that I have much recollection of it. I’ll have to ask my mom as I’m sure…
The number one reason to visit Daytona Beach is to go to the beach, but do you know what to do on a rainy day in Daytona Beach? Hopefully, it doesn’t rain on your vacation, but just in case it does we’re sharing our favorite things to do in the rain. In fact, we love…
“The City that Beer Built” “The Bloody Mary Metropolis” “Home Base of Harley-Davidson” These are just some of the things that Milwaukee is known for. With your special someone, discover this beautiful city on the western coast of Lake Michigan and enjoy these fun things to do in Milwaukee for adults. Fun things to do…
It was a quick 3 day, 2-night trip to Ludington, MI packed with so much family fun. I asked my 7yo niece to join me on this quick adventure so we could get a kid’s point a view. Ludington is a premier family destination so taking her with me simply made sense. Fortunately, Ludington is…
Located in the northern reaches of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and on the shores of Lake Superior, one of Michigan’s great lakes, you’ll find Marquette, Michigan. Yes, it will feel like you’ve driven far enough to be in Canada, but I promise you’re still in the United States. Known for Northern Michigan University, mountain biking, surfing,…
Are you ready for the big 4th of July weekend? There are going to be parties, cookouts, day trips, fireworks and so much more fun. In the midst of all that you’ll want a recipe that is easy to make and that everyone will enjoy. I created the perfect solution with this Bacon Chicken Avocado…
They call it The Great Turtle, but Mackinac Island banned cars in favor of horses and holds an annual Dog and Pony Parade so it’s also pretty special for dogs—and their humans. These are all the ways to visit dog friendly Mackinac Island. Pet-Friendly Hotel on Mackinac Island Mission Point Resort offers 38 pet-friendly rooms…
We awoke bright and early to a perfect March day. Blue skies, warm temps and thoughts of wild horses dancing in our head. We were ready and in the car with plenty of time to drive to Corolla Outback Adventures for our excursion into the wilds of this most northern part of the Outer Banks. In…
There are a couple of things I adore when I’m exploring a new town or even playing local tourist in nearby towns in my state of Michigan. One, I look for independent bookstores to find local authors, cool gifts and just absorb the ambiance. Bookstores always have the best things and searching out these Traverse…
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