Tennessee
Tennessee didn’t disappoint us. There are more curiosities, oddities and fun things to visit than we had time to cram into 6 days. // Jack Daniel’s Distillery (Lynchburg, Tennessee) Jack Daniel’s Distillery is a mecca in the state of Tennessee. People travel from all over the country through an area with more acres of trees [...]
Colorado
Coors Brewing Co. Factory Tour (Golden, Colorado) We love beer. It’s a plain and simple fact. We love brewery tours and finding new favorite beers (although to this day, nothing beats a Pyramid Hefeweizen). Colorado was an exciting choice for a trip because it boasts the “most microbreweries per capita.” So why, amidst our favorite [...]
Vermont
Vermont is full of hidden treasures. From a fairy tale castle and famous marble to chocolate, micro-brew and a Floating Bridge. Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Tour (Burlington, Vermont) Yet another fantastic place to stop. The tour itself consists of you, the tourist, standing before a big glass window while the tour guide points out the [...]
Climbing Mt. Shasta, California
Mt. Shasta is one of the prettiest climbs in California. Located in Northern California off of Rt. 5, Mt. Shasta is a lone 14,000 plus foot peak surrounded by 7,000 foot hills. The climb is rigorous, and the view from the top is spectacular. Facts for the visitor A wilderness permit and proper equipment are [...]
Yosemite National Park, California
Yosemite National Park is located in the Sierra Nevada mountain chain near the middle of California. The most popular area is Yosemite Valley with well known natural wonders like Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, and El Capitan. The park extends about 60 miles east-west and 50 miles north-south. We went on a 14 mile round-trip day [...]
Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals, CA
I spent two days at this cabin in March of 2011. I can say that without doubt, it was the worst vacation I have ever had in my life. Nothing was working like it should have. The heater was not working properly so it was very cold. Sleep was impossible because of the extreme cold. [...]
Riu Jalisco, Puerto Vallarta
The resort was terrific! We have traveled every year for the past five years, we have to Dominican and several times to the Mayan. We loved Puerto Vallarta and attached cities. The resort was great, staff was friendly, rooms were beautiful, food was terrific, the beverages endless and delicious! Pools were great and entertainment was [...]
Coronado Island, San Diego
No visit to San Diego is complete without discovering this magnificent place, Coronado. The enchanted isle is a mere two-mile drive from downtown San Diego. Whether you arrive via the Coronado Bay Bridge, one of the world’s most distinctive bridges, or the fun-spirited ferry, The Crown City captivates the imagination as San Diego’s fond island [...]
Reasons to Avoid Skiing at Vail Resorts
Their main priority is to try and suck as much money out of your pockets as possible. They really try to take advantage of your on vacation mentality and therefore willingness to spend frivolously. If you search around you can find much more economical options with similar or even better skiing and accommodations. They treat [...]
Disney Vacation
The Disney Hotels are expensive. We stayed at the Fairfield Anahiem directly across from Disneyland. The rooms were great Restaurant is 24hr and quite good and reasonable. Kids are free. You can watch the fireworks from you room or balcony/walkway. Staff were great. Pool is small but manageable. Great Choice!!! I would stay 3 days [...]