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The Capital of Christmas in Strasbourg
The holiday festivities are here bringing good will and twinkling lights. There is no better place than what has been called the Capital of Christmas in Strasbourg, France. This medieval city becomes an amazing display of decorations, lights, and foods to enjoy.
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Unexpected Christmas Delights in Cullman {Alabama}
On our weekend trip to Alabama, we made our way to the small town of Cullman to experience their charming Christmas market. With the area’s deep German heritage, it seems only natural that Cullman would…
Space Race & the Moon Landing- Visiting the U.S. Space & Rocket Center {Alabama}
We spent a weekend down in Alabama, and our first stop was the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville. While many people immediately think of Cape Canaveral when they hear “NASA,” Huntsville played an…
Experiencing the Magic of Zoolumination- Nashville Zoo {Tennessee}
One of our favorite annual traditions is visiting the Nashville Zoo when it’s transformed into a world of color and wonder for Zoolumination. Thousands of lanterns glow along the pathways, turning every corner into a…
Travel Quote: “We Shall Not Cease From Exploration…”
” We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time.” –T.S. Eliot “Not ceasing from exploration”…
Fall Leaves & Natural Bridges- Exploring Head of the Crow State Park
Tennessee seems to be running a little late with the fall colors this year. All through October we kept watching the trees, waiting for any sign of autumn to peek through. And then, almost overnight,…
Boos, Booze, & Broadway : A Review of Nashville’s Haunted Pub Crawl
(This experience was generously sponsored by US Ghost Adventures, who provided two tickets and EVP detector rental in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and chills are my own.) A few months ago, I…
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HEY, I’m mEG. Come Along FOR SOME GRAND MISADVENTURES
We’re a travel-loving family who has called Utah, Florida, and now Tennessee home. From mountain hikes to history to detours, we’ve learned the best memories come from the most unexpected moments. Here you’ll find road trips, weekend getaways, and all the little misadventures in between.
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We believe every trip tells part of our story. Explore our Year in Review posts to see the places we’ve been and the memories we’ve made along the way.
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J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings
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