This late 1800 Victorian house is worth a visit, even if you have never read one of his books. Samuel Clemens, more widely known as Mark Twain, lived in this house for 17 years. His three daughters spent the majority of their lives here and it is reported as the happiest years of their lives. […]
Destinations
Wisconsin Checklist
Every state has their special foods and drinks or their unique cultural tradition that you must try at least once. Wisconsin, however, must top the list. Their list of specialities runs long and locals are proud to share. To truly say that you have “done” Wisconsin, there are a few staples that you must try, […]
Small Town Wisconsin
After a few weeks in Wisconsin, we were feeling right at home, dontch-ya know. The people are all very friendly and the weather was pleasantly cool. We were staying in Two Rivers, a town with only a handful of stop ‘n go lights (otherwise known as traffic lights). Many of the nearby towns are pretty […]
Hot Time in Hot Springs
Hot Springs, Arkansas is an unique place to visit. As the only urban National Park, its main street is half National Park, half commercial.. But don’t let that fool you, there is still plenty of natural beauty. The area is full of lakes, trails for mountain biking and a lot of hiking. With its colorful […]
Must-Visit Spots In Big Bend National Park
Even many Texans aren’t sure where Big Bend National Park is located. Down in the southwest corner of Texas, right along the border of Mexico, Big Bend seems too far of a drive in a state where driving from Dallas to El Paso can take two days. With the closest large airport 204 miles away […]