Tag: USA
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Exploring Mount Desert Island & Acadia National Park {Maine}
We brought my mom along and spent a few slow, golden days wandering the central coast of Maine, where autumn seemed to spill over everything. The leaves burned in shades of copper and gold, the rocky shoreline stretched out like something from a painting, and Acadia’s trails pulled us deeper into that crisp, salt-tinged air.…
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Visiting the Historic Marathon Motor Works {Tennessee}
Nashville is full of interesting places to explore, but tucked just a little off the usual Music City tourist trail is one of its most fascinating spots — the historic Marathon Motor Works building. Once a bustling cotton mill and later an automobile factory producing cars and parts shipped all over the world, today this…
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Mountains, Aspens, Mustangs & Altitudes {Colorado}
I love when long weekends line up with inexpensive flights — it feels like the universe is giving you permission to go have an adventure. With that perfect combination in place, we jumped at the chance for a quick trip to Colorado, ready to fill our souls with crisp mountain air. We flew into Denver…
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Five Favorites : Autumn Hikes in Tennessee
Fall is officially here! It’s my favorite season—the hot, heavy days of summer give way to cooler air, vibrant colors, and the chance to finally step outside without hiding in the comfort of air conditioning. This time of year, you can usually find us on the trails of Tennessee’s state parks, soaking in the crisp…
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Driving Route 66 Through Kansas
I love a good road trip — and when it comes to road trips, there’s nothing quite like traveling the road of all roads: Route 66. One of my longtime dreams is to drive the highway end to end. But since time doesn’t quite allow for that yet, I’ve been exploring it one stretch at…
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Ghosts, Gadgets, & Goosebumps: A Review of Nashville Ghosts Tour {Tennessee}
Explore Nashville’s haunted history on a ghost tour through Printers Alley, the Ryman Auditorium, and downtown Music City. Discover hidden tunnels, Civil War stories, and local legends along the way.
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Music, Races, & Art- A Weekend Guide to Bristol {Tennessee & Virginia}
One of our favorite places for a weekend getaway is Bristol, a charming border town that quite literally sits in two states at once. At first glance, Bristol may seem unassuming, but spend a little time here and you’ll quickly discover a city rich in history, culture, and character. Bristol is best known for its…
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Summer Beauty & Hiking Trails of Shenandoah National Park {Virginia}
With a long weekend ahead, we were looking for a quick getaway—somewhere to spend a couple of days outdoors. Logically, we probably should have stayed home to prepare for our big trip to Europe in a few weeks. But the call of a weekend escape was too strong to resist. We finally settled on Shenandoah…
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Hiking at Lost Creek Falls- Scott’s Gulf Wilderness State Park {Tennessee}
Summer has arrived in Tennessee, and the state parks are calling. Recently, Tennessee State Parks announced the designation of several new parks, bringing the total number to an impressive sixty. We’re still working toward our goal of visiting them all, so we couldn’t pass up the chance to explore one of the newest additions. Scott’s…
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The Tennessee Renaissance Festival at Castle Gwynn
Every week as we drive along Highway 840, we catch sight of castle towers rising above the trees. It’s startling — even a little surreal — to see the silhouette of a medieval castle set against the rolling hills of Tennessee. The sight immediately sparks questions. Why is there a castle there? What does it…