NIAGARA FALLS DAY TRIP
Niagara Falls, NY~ The breathtaking falls and surrounding nature attract visitors from all over the world. Niagara Falls is located between the province of Ontario in Canada and the state of New York in the United States. Recently, my husband…
MAZATLAN
MAZATLAN - literal translation "Deer land." Located on mainland Mexico almost parallel to Cabo San Lucas at the base of the Baja Peninsula and the entrance of the Gulf of California you will find Mazatlan. The destination of Mazatlán features…
BWCA – WILDERNESS ADVENTURE SAWBILL to MAKWA (PART 3 of 3 PART SERIES)
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area - BWCA located within the Superior National Forest in Northern Minnesota provides a truly unique vast wilderness adventure experience. It's huge expanse of lakes intertwined with random portages expedites an amazing opportunity like no other…
BWCA – WILDERNESS ADVENTURE SAWBILL to MAKWA (PART 2 of 3 PART SERIES)
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area - BWCA located within the Superior National Forest in Northern Minnesota provides a truly unique vast wilderness adventure experience. It's huge expanse of lakes intertwined with random portages expedites an amazing opportunity like no other…
BWCA – WILDERNESS ADVENTURE SAWBILL to MAKWA (PART 1 of 3 PART SERIES)
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area - BWCA located within the Superior National Forest in Northern Minnesota provides a truly unique vast wilderness experience. It's huge expanse of lakes intertwined with random portages expedites an amazing opportunity like no other for…
SUMMERTIME IN NORTHERN MICHIGAN
QUAINT SMALL TOWN FEEL! BIG Adventures can come in small packages! Summertime in Northern Michigan packs a punch of beauty! One visit and you will be hooked! Populations triple through tourism and seasonal residents in Northern Michigan in June, July…
TRAVEL TO SAINT JOHN, USVI
Who doesn't like that idea? Here is a guide to what I think are the easiest steps to TRAVEL TO SAINT JOHN, USVI! The bluest, cleanest, salt water ocean glistening with the sparkle of the sunshine can be found here.…
CRUISE CARNIVAL VISTA
Any excuse to cruise works for us! We like cruising out of Galveston, Texas where you can CRUISE CARNIVAL VISTA! It is near family we have in the Houston area and the boarding and parking process there is super easy.…
PETOSKEY STONES
The elusive Petoskey Stones of Northern Michigan...highly sought after, enjoyable to sift through on a shoreline while whiling away the evening sunset hours! Is there a better way to relaxingly listen to the water lapping on shore, skipping flat rocks,…
CONFLICTED EMPTY NEST DISTRESS
How many of you have experienced this phenomenon called "THE EMPTY NEST?" Do you feel a conflicted empty nest distress over the sudden quiet in your household as your children move on to the next steps of life? THE DREADED…
LEGEND of KITCH-ITI-KIPI near Manistique Michigan
KITCHI-ITI-KIPI is a natural, spring fed lake a few miles north of Manistique, Michigan, which is on the northern shore of Lake Michigan. It is the largest fresh water spring in Michigan. It is a dream come true for natural…
MICHIGAN UPPER PENINSULA CAMPING NEAR MUNISING
MICHIGAN UPPER PENINSULA CAMPING NEAR MUNISING is a dream come true for natural wonders of raw beauty. Unbelievable natural features such as cascading waterfalls, amazing sunsets over bodies of glistening water, and views that take your breath away in awe…
ROBINSON WOODSHOP
ROBINSON WOODSHOP offers unique artistic hardwood products for your use or to consider for that perfect gift. Whether you have a special traveler in the family or you are the traveler, these gift ideas by ROBINSON WOODSHOP will inspire you!…
KAUAI, HAWAII JEEP ADVENTURE
Planning a Hawaiian adventure of exploration? Your vehicle rental decision while on-island will impact your overall experience. It is essential on Kauai, Hawaii to rent a 4 wheel drive with high ground clearance if you are planning to traverse dirt,…
HAWAII TRAVEL PROTOCOL
Hawaii Travel protocol to reach Kauai are no joke! WOW! We just returned from this travel experience and thought to share our experience to just get there! Kauai holds such special memories for our family. We were so excited to…
5 HOLIDAY TRADITIONS
I have created 5 Holiday Traditions that we try to follow each year as a family! Christmas celebrations are the best! Family and friends gather to share much needed time together to bond. A feast is prepared for all to…
FASCINATING NORTHERN MICHIGAN BRIDGES
Bridges are fascinating! My home state of Michigan has several that inspire! Here are my picks for FASCINATING NORTHERN MICHIGAN BRIDGES. When I take a second look at many travel destinations in Northern Michigan, I realize that these bridges have…
EXPLORE EARL YOUNG’S MUSHROOM HOUSES IN CHARLEVOIX, MICHIGAN
Charlevoix, Michigan is known for many things! One of the unique features of this great resort town includes Earl Young's Mushroom houses. You might ask, what is a mushroom house? Imagine a whimsical architectural style that looks like something straight…
MICHIGAN LIGHTHOUSE SERIES – HARBOR POINT’S LIGHTHOUSE
Are you interested in lighthouses on, or near, the Great Lakes? What about one on Little Traverse Bay on Lake Michigan located at the tip of Harbor Point in Harbor Springs? I am fascinated by these historic structures. Their stories…
MICHIGAN LIGHTHOUSE SERIES – HOLLAND’S BIG RED
Holland's Big Red, Michigan lighthouse is located on the Great Lakes! Are you interested in lighthouses on the Great Lakes? I am fascinated by these structures. Their stories helped shape water transportation and vessel safety through Michigan lighthouse history.
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