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Sarah P. Duke Gardens Sarah P. Duke Gardens has been a fixture on the Duke University campus and a Durham, North Carolina …
Sarah P. Duke Gardens | A Hidden Gem on the Duke University Campus Read More »
With just 48-hours to spend in Milwaukee, creating an itinerary that allows a realistic timeframe for seeing as much as possible while …
Awesome Things To Do In Milwaukee | A 48-Hour Itinerary Read More »
Columbia is the capital city of South Carolina and an underrated tourist destination. I traveled there for a quick weekend stay. While …
Bull City Laughs is a history comedy tour of Durham, North Carolina. Although relatively new on the scene, the tour is getting …
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I was approached by the folks at The Commoner Magazine to contribute a story highlighting some of the fun things to do …
Mt. Olive is famous for pickles. The Mt. Olive Pickle company is the largest independent pickle company in the country. Thus, when …
R&R Brewing in Mt. Olive, NC Bringing Craft Beer to Pickletown Read More »
Whenever I’m traveling to a specific destination, I do my research in advance to find the most unique attractions in the area. …
Step Inside The Haines Shoe House in York, Pennsylvania Read More »
Raleigh, North Carolina is my hometown. I moved here in the early 90s and have watched it change and blossom. One area, …
10 Awesome Things to Do on a North Hills Raleigh Staycation Read More »
Pilot Mountain, North Carolina is an iconic natural landmark located just north of Winston-Salem. Not only a geological wonder, but it’s also …
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is famous for its sandy beaches, golf, mini golf, seafood, and laid back lifestyle. But did you know …
I first arrived in Huntsville for a conference in 2017 with no preconceived notions of what to expect. However, as I spent …
According to the Irish Examiner, in 2017, 10.6 million tourists traveled to Ireland. Google’s 2018 “Year in Search” ranked Ireland fifth for …
Apollo 11 was a pivotal moment in American history. It was the culmination of the space race and the first mission placing …
‘Apollo 11’ Relive the 1969 Moon Mission at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center Read More »
Philadelphia Story and High Society What do Cary Grant, Katherine Hepburn, Bing Crosby, Grace Kelly, and I have in common?! We’ve all …
Having grown up just outside Washington, DC, trips into the city weren’t uncommon in my youth. After college, I lived off Wisconsin Avenue …
Durham Bulls Athletic Park in the heart of downtown Durham, North Carolina is home to the Durham Bulls, the Triple-A affiliate of …
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Located in the southeast corner of Orange County sits historic Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This charming college town is the third corner …
13 Romantic Things To Do In Chapel Hill, North Carolina Read More »
One of my favorite things to do when visiting a city is to look for street art. You know, those beautiful statues …
Finding Street Art Murals In Durham, North Carolina Read More »
Between mid-June and mid-July, something magical happens in Raleigh, North Carolina. Rows and rows of glorious sunflowers appear. What started as acres …
The Raleigh Sunflower Field, 11 Pictures That Will Make You Want To Visit Now Read More »
I first learned about Dale Chihuly’s dramatic creations from a friend who saw his exhibition in Dallas, a few years ago. Thus, …
Turn right at the Waffle House, cross the railroad tracks, go past the lumber company, through the industrial center, and it’s on …
The JC Raulston Arboretum, A Hidden Gem in Raleigh, North Carolina Read More »
Special thanks to Meghan Gearino and Erin Bagnell at VisitRichmondVA.com for assisting me with my itinerary and for the attractions guest pass. …
Founded in 1729, Georgetown is South Carolina’s third-oldest town. Its location between Charleston and Myrtle Beach means travelers often bypass it en …
Seven Incredible Reasons To Visit Georgetown, South Carolina Read More »
The stone building with the brilliant red door evokes a storybook quality and is a fitting entrance to an attraction made famous …
Experience The Blowing Rock, North Carolina’s Oldest Attraction Since 1933 Read More »
Universal CityWalk is called the Epicenter of Awesome and for good reason. This fun location just outside the amusement parks at Universal Orlando …
If you’re planning a visit to Universal’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter and you’ve never read the books, you’ve struggled to stay …
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – A Guide For the Non-Potter Fan Read More »
Often referred to as Little Washington or Original Washington, Washington, North Carolina was founded in 1776 as the first city in America …
Romantic Things To Do In Washington, North Carolina Read More »
You’ll find Seagrove in the countryside of North Carolina. A short distance off of I-74 is State Highway 705 or as …
Plan Your Visit to Seagrove, North Carolina – The Pottery Capital of the U.S.A. Read More »
It’s not unusual to see Triangle Glides tours wheeling through the heart of downtown Raleigh. The helmeted tourists zipping about on three …
Triangle Glides – Raleigh’s Top 3-Wheel Sightseeing Tour Read More »
Hot, spicy, burning, heated, scorching, sizzling, and flaming – all words adequately describing the NC Hot Sauce Festival. Each September folks from …
Navigating the tree-lined winding road leading to a roundabout, the suspense builds; to the right the road leads to Seabrook Island, to …
Although my visit was organized by the Fayetteville Convention and Visitors Bureau/Downtown Fayetteville and some activities were complimentary, all opinions are honest …
10 Romantic Things to Do In Fayetteville, North Carolina Read More »
The South Carolina Lowcountry is renowned for many things, especially its cuisine. While enjoying the sun and surf on a recent writing …
Rita’s Seaside Grille – Nacho Ordinary Beach Food Read More »
North Carolina is one of those amazing states that offers a little bit of everything in the way of sight-seeing and travel …
The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro – A Zoo Review Read More »
If your summer travels include a trip along I-95, be sure to say, Pull Over and Let Me Out, when you get …
In the Highlands Region of the North Carolina Mountains it’s possible to see a mountain from a most unique perspective – from …
Wilmington Railroad Museum On a trip to Wilmington, North Carolina I was looking for something interesting and fun for grownups and kids …
Taking kids to historic locations can be a risky proposition. Will the kids get bored? Will there be enough to engage young …
How To Make a Day At Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello a Family Affair Read More »
A visit to the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill evokes thoughts of the famous Bell Tower, the Dean Smith Center, …
Morehead Planetarium & Science Center – You’ll Love It To The Moon And Back Again Read More »
Photo courtesy of Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center Look up and admire. That’s my advice upon entering the Gaylord National Resort …
“Christmas on the Potomac” Gaylord National Harbor’s holiday spectacular Read More »
I’m not a water park girl. I’ll put that out there from the start. It’s never been one of my favorite things. …
A wind chill of sixteen degrees – that’s cold. Thank goodness the sun was popping out in fits and spurts from behind …
Why a freezing cold visit to Arlington National Cemetery is worth every minute Read More »
13 years before the Pilgrims set foot on Plymouth Rock 104 brave men and boys established the first permanent English Colony on …
Visit Jamestown Settlement and spend an afternoon in the 17th century Read More »
Autumn is the most colorful time of year and with the changing leaves comes a plethora of fall activities. A recent trip …
“Hands-on-History” is more than a catch phrase, it’s a kids’ delight at Mount Vernon. George Washington’s historic home on the …
“Hands-on-History” is a child’s delight at Mount Vernon Read More »
Along the Georgia Coast about half way between Savannah and Jacksonville, FL is Jekyll Island. Once known as an exclusive winter retreat …
You’ll love the hard-shell patients at The Georgia Sea Turtle Center Read More »
Baltimore, Maryland is often called ‘Charm City’ but is also known as the ‘City of Neighborhoods.’ When planning a visit to this thriving …
Baltimore’s Inner Harbor – your starting point in Charm City Read More »
