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2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Adventurer, Road Tripper, and Traveler
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2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Adventurer, Road Tripper, and Traveler

From travel clothes to road trip goodies here are some of my favorite finds over the past year. Each item was gear tested on a trip or adventure. Hope you find the perfect gift for your favorite adventurer, road tripper, or traveler (or for yourself!). Travel Clothes I Found During My Travels: Eastern Mountain Sports … Continue reading

This Non-Baseball Fan Loved Visiting the Field of Dreams Movie Site
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This Non-Baseball Fan Loved Visiting the Field of Dreams Movie Site

I’m not a baseball fan. I don’t like playing it or watching it. During collegiate intramurals, I participated with my sorority in all sports…but softball. Admittedly my lack of interest in “America’s favorite pasttime,” stems from my fear of getting smacked in the face by the ball or a rogue bat. Ironically, one of my … Continue reading

How to Spend 1 Night in Gering and Scottsbluff, Nebraska
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How to Spend 1 Night in Gering and Scottsbluff, Nebraska

Towering over the prairie, Scotts Bluff National Monument is a big drawn in northwest Nebraska. The city’s name is one word – Scottsbluff. I recently spoke at the Nebraska Tourism Conference in Gering. The two cities are only a couple of miles apart. Gering was founded in 1887 and Scottsbluff in 1899. Both have deep … Continue reading

How I Spent 3 Days in Southwest Colorado for the Annular Solar Eclipse
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How I Spent 3 Days in Southwest Colorado for the Annular Solar Eclipse

With the Four Corners in the path of totality for the October 14th annular solar eclipse, I wasn’t missing my chance to view it from Mesa Verde National Park. Mesa Verde is one of my favorite national parks and I’ll jump at any chance to spend time there. Here’s how I spent 3 days in … Continue reading

Heading to STL, Stay at The Pennywell
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Heading to STL, Stay at The Pennywell

If you’re heading to St. Louis and want to stay in a historic hotel, book at The Pennywell. The boutique Hilton property has 195 guest rooms and is walking distance to the Gateway Arch, Busch Stadium, and The Dome at America’s Center. The Pennywell’s History The eight-story brick building was completed in 1888. The Laclede … Continue reading

Cute and Quirky Coffee Shop in Beulah, Colorado
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Cute and Quirky Coffee Shop in Beulah, Colorado

Beulah is a tiny town about 20 minutes west of Pueblo, Colorado. It’s in a picturesque valley of beautiful ranches surrounded by mountains. It’s a place you go to get away, yet close enough to a city. Food options are slim in Beulah, but if you driving scenic Highway 78 or staying in the area, … Continue reading