Outdoors

Caves in Missouri - View of Lily Pad Room at Onondaga Cave State Park. Inside of cave filled with clear, blue water.

Top Guide to the Must-Visit Caves in Missouri

Missouri may be an underrated Midwest State, but for cave-lovers, it’s an absolute paradise. There are over 7,000 recorded caves in Missouri, giving it the nickname of the Cave State. Four caves are located within State Parks, with many others are either in local parks or privately-owned. Several offer tours, giving you the chance to […]

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View of Downtown Eau Claire, WI including River, Convention Center, and Bridge

Adventure Awaits: The Ultimate Guide to the Best Outdoor Activities in Eau Claire, Wisconsin

In the central-western part of Wisconsin, you’ll find the city of Eau Claire – an outdoor haven filled with beautiful parks, relaxing rivers, and paved trails. The city combines urban living with the nature that surrounds it, making Eau Claire the perfect destination for your next outdoor adventure. In this post, I’ll share the best

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Things to do in Galena - View of river and trail surrounded by trees and grass. Downtown Galena in the distance.

8 Best Things to Do in Galena, IL for a Perfect Getaway

Looking for a hidden Midwest gem with charming brick buildings, quaint streets, and majestic hills? Look no further than Galena- a small river town on the Mississippi River near the border of Illinois, Wisconsin, and Iowa. Galena forms part of the Driftless Area, a region with rolling hills, bluffs, and cliffs left untouched by the

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Sandy beach and Lake Michigan with kids and adults playing in the water.

Discover the Top 15 Things to Do in Door County, Wisconsin

Door County is one of my favorite places to vacation in Wisconsin and for very good reason. This peninsula area has everything from cute vacation rentals and local shops to tasty restaurants and outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking. With so many things to do in Door County, I guarantee you’ll never have a shortage

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One Day in Albuquerque - Young Woman standing next to entrance sign for Petroglyph National Monument with mountains in background.

How to Spend One Day in Albuquerque: A Complete Itinerary

If you haven’t had the chance to explore Albuquerque, you’ll be amazed by all this city offers. While one day in Albuquerque certainly is not enough time to enjoy all that there is to do here, you’ll get a great taste for the city that will leave you itching for more. This post details the

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Weekend in Providence - View of downtown providence with river flowing through.

The Ultimate Guide to a Perfect Weekend in Providence

A Weekend in Providence: Looking for a capital city that you can completely walk through by foot? Providence has you covered. With a total area of 20.5 square miles and a population of just around 190,000, Providence, Rhode Island is a completely walkable city with all the happenings of a larger city.  Alana with Providence

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San Juan, Puerto Rico Beach photo - couple

5-Day Itinerary for First-Time Visitors to San Juan, Puerto Rico

Looking for a Caribbean getaway within the United States? Consider San Juan, Puerto Rico, a U.S. territory located about 1,000 miles southeast of Miami. No passport required (for US Citizens).  San Juan is the capital city in Puerto Rico and is full of history, beautiful beaches, delicious restaurants, and fun nightlife. This itinerary includes a

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