Palace Hotel and Bath House Eureka Springs

Eureka Springs: A Mountain Town With A Unique Personality

I love historic small towns but above all I love towns that have a district personality and Eureka Springs fits the the bill on both counts. Nestled in the Ozark mountains in Northwest Arkansas and just a couple of hours from Bentonville this cheerful mountain town brings history and art together and invites visitors with … Read more

bacon wrapped cheese filled jalapeños

Bacon Wrapped, Cheese Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers

When we organize a get-together with friends and family to watch basketball games, we like to spice things up with the food. There are always michelada beers, ceviche, and guacamole for everyone to enjoy, but this year I wanted to add something different.  After much thought, I decided I would try to make some stuffed … Read more

Swimming with dolphins in Key Largo

5 Great Reasons To Travel With Kids

  I’ve heard a lot of people say that you have to travel before you have children because once you have children you won’t be able to travel anymore.  I’ve also heard a lot of parents say they want to travel more with their kids but they think it’s too much work, too hard and too … Read more

Ferris Wheel Long Beach California

Best Things To Do In Long Beach

If you’re looking for the best things to do in Long Beach, California, this is one of those cities that gives you a little bit of everything: a walkable waterfront, beaches, museums, great food, whale watching, the Queen Mary, and an easy ferry ride to Catalina Island. It works just as well for a day … Read more

inspirational travel quotes

100 Of The Best Inspirational Travel Quotes of All Time

Travel lifts the spirit, it inspires us and makes us feel alive.  Exploring new lands and getting to know new cultures other than our own has moved adventurous travelers and explorers for thousands of years.  Here are one hundred of the most inspiring travel quotes of all time that are sure to uplift and motivate … Read more

spicy chipotle and chorizo beef chili

Spicy Chipotle And Chorizo Beef Chili

Chili is one of our family’s favorite comfort foods, we love to make it during the cooler months and it’s also perfect for family get togethers.  The other day as I was making my regular beef chili I wanted to give it some new life so I decided to add some red chorizo that I had … Read more