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Bean Blossom Covered Bridge, one of two covered bridges in Brown County Indiana

Things to do in Brown County Indiana: the Making of a Tourist Destination

Experience things to do in Brown County, Indiana and see why this place of natural beauty draws millions of visitors.

Categories Indiana, Destination Guides, History
The accessibility of Dave’s Falls (Pike River) makes it one of the most visited waterfalls in the county.

27 Things to do in in Marinette Wisconsin: A Touch of Royalty, a Dose of History, and the Great Outdoors

A visit to Marinette WI is filled with history, the great outdoors, and a touch of royalty.

Categories Destination Guides, Wisconsin
Saguaro cactus overlooking Scottsdale Arizona

The Captivating Allure of Scottsdale, Arizona

Explore things to do in Scottsdale AZ, a desert land that draws artists, creative chefs, talented winemakers and brewers, and anyone enchanted by the great outdoors.

Categories Arizona, Destination Guides, Destinations, The West
Colorful kayaks stacked on their sides on a beach under a tree with Lake Erie in the background. One of my things to do on Kelleys Island Ohio

A Groovy Getaway: 14 Cool Things To Do on Kelleys Island

It may be a place you travel by golf cart, but you’ll still find plenty of things to do on Kelleys Island in Lake Erie.

Categories Destination Guides, Ohio
Sunrise over Lake Michigan from the beach of Square Rigger Lodge in Door County Wisconsin

A Door County Love Letter: How this Cancer Survivor got Her Life Back at Death’s Door

It’s taken me a long time to write this piece. Not because of the writing; that didn’t take long. But processing, and understanding, my emotions? I’m still not done with …

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Categories Destination Guides, Personal, Wisconsin
Jim and Theresa with Lake Michigan in the background at Blue Harbor Resort

Frosty Treats, Cheese Curds, and Burgers in Bed: a Romantic Getaway in Sheboygan

There’s a romantic getaway in Sheboygan for every couple, even if it’s burgers in bed, frosty treats, and cheese curds, because what else do you need?

Categories Destination Guides, Wisconsin
Cloud Gate in Winter in Millennium Park in Chicago

Chicago in Winter will Warm Your Heart

Chicago in winter gets a bad rap, but it’s a truly magical time to visit the Windy City.

Categories Chicago, Destination Guides, Illinois
Ocean to Ocean Bridge over the Colorado River in Yuma Arizona

30 Fun Things to do in Yuma Arizona

You’ll be surprised at all the fun things to do in Yuma Arizona.

Categories Arizona, Destination Guides
Riviera Ballroom and Plaza, one of the many things to do in Lake Geneva

Things to do in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin: Discover its magnetic Pull

There’s a surprising number of things to do in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. More than Gilded Age mansions and golf courses, this easy day trip from Chicago is a delightful getaway.

Categories Destination Guides, Destinations, The Midwest, Wisconsin
Columbia Street at The Landing in Fort Wayne

Things to do in Fort Wayne: a Vibrant and Impactful Weekend in Summit City

A whirlwind weekend exploring things to do in Fort Wayne leads to delicious food, a dive into the city’s past, and personal discovery.

Categories Destination Guides, Indiana
Haystack Rock at Cannon Beach in Oregon

Top 9 Fun Things to do on an Oregon Coast Road Trip

This Oregon coast road trip along the central and northern portions of the PCH highlights history and natural beauty.

Categories Destination Guides, Oregon, Road Trips
Pumpkins at County Line Orchard in Northwest Indiana

A Fun Day in Northwest Indiana: Things to do in Valparaiso

Exploring things to do in Valparaiso and Northwest Indiana, From coffee shops in the morning, to lunch, hiking, and nightlife.

Categories Destination Guides, Indiana
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