Discover two pivotal Civil War sites just a short drive from Nashville. Explore Fort Donelson National Battlefield and Shiloh National Military Park on a powerful historic road trip. Continue reading
Author Archives: Jennifer Broome
Day at the Travel Goods Association Show: Where Travel Gear Innovation Takes Off
From top travel backpacks to smart hydration and protective luggage, here’s a peek inside the Travel Goods Association trade show and why it’s the premier event for travel gear. Continue reading
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National Park Service Road Trip in Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas
This National Park Service road trip is a deep dive into American history—from ancient mound builders to Civil War battlefields and a Civil Rights landmark. In just a few days, I visited eight National Park Service units, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a Civil Rights landmark on a drive from Dallas-Fort Worth airport to … Continue reading
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One Night in Natchez: Deep South History Along the Mississippi River
After a scenic drive down the Natchez Trace Parkway, one of the most beautiful roadways in the South, my friend Adeina and I rolled into Natchez shortly before sunset. With moss-draped trees and gentle curves, it was the perfect prelude to stepping back in time in the oldest city on the Mississippi River. Staying at … Continue reading
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One Night in Vicksburg, Mississippi: Civil War History and Southern Charm
A one night stay in Vicksburg, Mississippi is just enough to fall for this historic river town perched high above the Mississippi River. It’s a riverfront city filled with history and flavor. From rooftop sunset dinner to Civil War history, here’s how to make the most of one night in Vicksburg. Stay: Victorian Airbnb Near … Continue reading
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Seaside Stay at Casablanca Inn on the Beach in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz oozes beachy vibes, coastal quirkiness, and chill mode. Pulling into Santa Cruz just before 6 p.m., I checked in at Casablanca Inn on the Beach perched right across from the iconic Santa Cruz Wharf. With its white stucco walls, coastal color palette, and breezy seaside feel, this inn fits perfectly into the California … Continue reading
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Condors, Scenic Highs, and Why Hiking Pinnacles National Park in the Rain Rocks
It was one of those rainy mornings that makes you wonder if it’s worth hitting the trail. Spoiler: it was rain, rocks, and raptor magic. Hiking Pinnacles National Park had been on my wishlist for awhile, so I added an extra day before speaking at the Bay Area Travel & Adventure Show to visit my … Continue reading
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Visit 3 National Park Service Sites in the San Francisco Bay Area on an Easy Day Trip
This scenic and history-packed day trip takes you to three National Park Service sites near San Francisco—from the secluded home of Nobel Prize-winning playwright Eugene O’Neill to the heart of WWII shipbuilding and importance of Rosie the Riveter and ending at the historic ranch of conservation legend John Muir. Starting in Danville, you’ll wind through … Continue reading
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