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Exploring Liverpool, England
What do Beatlemania, The Cunard Line, Batman, and Harry Potter all have in common? They all have a place in history with Liverpool! I went from never being keen on visiting there, to wanting to go back.
Exploring Vilnius, Lithuania
Until 1991, Vilnius was filled with a torrid history that many eastern European countries faced. But what emerged is a city rich in history with so much beauty that will keep you wandering for hours.
Exploring Dublin, Ireland
Dublin is an Irish city, rich in many different cultures. And while it has mostly been modernized and expanded to meet the needs of its growing number of inhabitants, it still has pockets of historic feel. Check out my post on how to experience Dublin.
Exploring ICONIC Castles In Scotland
Doune Castle (Monty Python and the Holy Grail), Midhope Castle (Outlander), and Stirling Castle were all on the agenda for our Scottish castle tour.
Exploring Glasgow, Scotland
Founded around 550 A.D. by St. Mungo, Glasgow is steep in centuries of history and growth. Today, it’s a vibrant city with people from all over the world residing there.
The Complete Guide To Washington, D.C.
Having grown up in the Washington, D.C. area, I’ve gotten to experience so much of what this powerful city has to offer. From the food, to music scene, the incredible amount of things to do, and some of the best places to spot celebs, it just has it all!
Orlando Theme Parks Vacation Tips & Tricks
Don’t want to wait in line at the best rides at Orlando’s Disney and Universal parks? Need dining and resort recommendations? This guide will help you navigate the planning process for the best Disney and/or Universal vacation yet!
The Montana Bucket List
Montana is filled with so much wondrous beauty and rich history. Check out our bucket list of how you can spend a weekend… or month exploring it all!
The Mississippi Bucket List
Mississippi is home to a lot of history and understated beauty. But there are two things people flock to the southern state for the most: Ole Miss and Elvis.
Exploring San Diego, CA
The San Diego area is filled with so many experiences that you need a few weeks to properly do it all!
The Minnesota Bucket List
Duluth, Minneapolis, St. Paul… all teeming with cultural food experiences, speakeasies, art, and a whole lot of history. This state is definitely a “must-see”!
Exploring Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
If Puerto Vallarta was good enough for Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor in the 60s, it’s good enough for the rest of us! P.V. is a treasure trove of places to explore and is arguably one of the best places in Mexico to vacation and live!
The Michigan Bucket List
Michigan is teeming with so much to explore! Whether you want to immerse yourself in the hustle and bustle of Detroit, or relax by the beach in Mackinac Island, there’s definitely something for everyone during every season!
The Massachusetts Bucket List
Witches, pilgrims, and pirates…. Massachusetts holds some of the darkest tales and most fascinating history of early life in the colonial states. Check out our bucket list of what to explore.
The Maryland Bucket List
Those of us from Virginia tend to joke about Maryland but the truth is, there’s a lot of great history, food, and experiences that make the state great!
The Maine Bucket List
Maine is one of the most beautiful, relatively forgotten-about states in the U.S. From Bar Harbor, to Kennebunkport, to Portland… there’s so much to explore!
The Louisiana Bucket List
One of the most haunted states in the U.S., I’ve always found Louisiana to be full of deep, dark history that is told through some pretty macabre stories. However, there’s more than meets the eye in this state. Check out our bucket list of some of the biggest hotspots to explore.
The Kentucky Bucket List
Kentucky is known for its bluegrass music, bourbon, horse racing, and baseball. But, there’s so much more than that! Check out what to explore in some of the best parts of the state.
The Iowa Bucket List
Who knew there was so much dutch history in a state? Check out the top places to visit in Iowa and get to planning that midwest trip!
The Indiana Bucket List
Indiana is filled with some of the country’s most fascinating curiosities. From the Harmonists in New Harmony, to the magical healing powers of the springs in West Baden, to the catacombs of Indianapolis… you absolutely won’t be bored exploring this state.