Geeking out at the Computer History Museum, Silicon Valley, California
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A DINKS Guide on How Not to do Disneyland
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What Makes Visiting Universal Studios Hollywood so Hollywood?
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5 REASONS WHY BUMBERSHOOT MIGHT BE YOUR THING
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This Life in Trips’ Top 5 Scenic Routes in the U.S.A.
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5 things To Do in New Orleans That Do Not Include Booze
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Where to find NOLA’s Best Eats: A Self-Guided French Quarter Food Tour
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A Surprising Photo Walk Around Universal Studios Florida
byAs noted in my 5 tips on surviving Universal Studios, this theme park is massive and needs to be navigated with thought. What I…
Where to Stay Outside of the French Quarter – Drury Inn & Suites New Orleans Review
byNew Orleans is one of the most popular party towns in North America, and it shows. On my last visit I stayed at the Sheraton, a…
In a New York Minute – Unique Things to Do on a Short Layover in NYC
byNew York City has so much to offer visitors. From Broadway shows to world-class museums and famous sites seen in film and television, there…
Sea Cow Tipping in Blue Springs State Park Florida
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Visiting Universal Studios Springfield USA – My Harry Potter World
byWhen I went to Super Bowl XLIX, I was ticking off something pretty huge for my travel bucket list. At the same time, Erin…
5 Tips for Visiting Universal Studios Orlando
byWith my recent return to Florida, I had the chance to experience Universal Studios for the 3rd time. On this visit, I came to…
My Top 5 Things to do in Chicago
bySweet home Chicago. It’s home of the blues and heart-stopping pizza. It’s also home to its share of tourist traps. Thankfully I am here…
Family-Friendly Activities to Get Your Blood Pumping in NYC
byFamily-Friendly Activities to Get Your Blood Pumping in NYC ew York is home to some of the world’s best restaurants, theater, and nightlife. This,…
5 Cities in California You Didn’t Know You Needed to Visit
by5 Cities in California You Didn’t Know You Needed to Visit Visitors will find Roseville tucked into the base of the Sierra Nevada foothills…
Something for Everyone: Hotels in California
bySomething for Everyone: Hotels in California The Golden State; known for its unique landscapes that range from incredible beaches and arid desert to ancient…
5 Things You didn’t do in San Francisco (but should)
bySan Francisco is full of must-see sights like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz but also has its share of tourist traps. On your…
5 Uniquely Odd Seattle Sights
byFrom a distance, this tech savvy and aerospace engineering city looks polished and straight. Look a little deeper and you will find some seriously…
CHALET SUZANNE: The forgotten gem of Lake Wales
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Getting Busy in NYC – Library Hotel Review
byGetting Busy in NYC – Library Hotel Review I love a good layover. What many perceive as an annoyance I see as an opportunity…
Circa 39 Review – A Travel Inspired Hotel in Miami Beach
byCirca 39 Review – A Travel Inspired Hotel in Miami Beach Life is a trip, words that couldn’t be more on brand for this…
Failing to Launch at the Kennedy Space Center
byFailing to Launch at the Kennedy Space Center Rockets are awesome. Space travel is amazing. The very fact that man walked on the moon is…
Man vs. Florida Key Lime Pie – Where to Find the Islands Best
byKey West is Key lime crazy. As mentioned in my 6 odd things to do in Key West post, you can find Florida Key Lime…
The 6-Toed Cats of The Hemingway House
byErnest Hemingway was a superstitious dude. So much so that when he came across a six-toed feline in Key West he was convinced it would bring…