Cowboy Coffee by the Fire
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Cowboy Coffee by the Fire

Want to get whisked away to the western way of life? Sipping cowboy coffee by the fire at The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley makes you feel like a cowboy or cowgirl. Continue reading →

The Blowing Rock
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The Blowing Rock

Blowing Rock in North Carolina is special to me. As a child, it was the first place my parents let me pack my own suitcase…which of course included everything from a bathing suit to a coat so I’d be ready for anything. Two things I love about Blowing Rock – it’s legend and the fact … Continue reading →

Going Batty at Sunset at Waugh Drive Bat Colony in Houston, Texas
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Going Batty at Sunset at Waugh Drive Bat Colony in Houston, Texas

Not every city can claim a bat colony, but Houston can.  At the Waugh Drive Bat Colony at sunset, a cloud of bats takes flight, almost nightly.  More than 250,000 Mexican free-tailed bats emerge from underneath the bridge at sunset for their nightly flight to feed on insects. Bet you didn’t know bats show up … Continue reading →

Colorado Winter Bucket List
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Colorado Winter Bucket List

Colorado has some of the best alpine skiing in the world. If you’re heading to the Centennial State for a ski vacation, you may wonder what other snow experiences you should do when you take time off the slopes. From driving your own dog sled to skiing to a gourmet lunch, this is my list … Continue reading →