There’s a big Michigan road trip in the works and one of our stops will be in the Little Traverse Bay Region. There are so many things to do and places to see, I’ve started a Little Traverse Bay bucket list. Given the itinerary of the road trip this summer, I get about 24 hours…
Growing up in Maine, we had no shortage of small towns to visit. I loved driving through the main streets of these towns, stopping for a slice of pie, and wandering through historic sites. When I moved to Missouri 20 years ago, I had a whole new list of small towns to explore. My in-laws…
If you spend any amount of time in Branson, Missouri, you’ll notice a few things about the restaurant options. One, there are A LOT of restaurants in Branson, but the majority of restaurants are chains. Two, “More is better” is a real thing here. And three, going off-the-beaten-path in search of food is worth the…
Tucked away in Lincoln, Nebraska, there’s a cave that’s been part of a brewery, brothel, shooting range, and daycare – not at the same time. Robber’s Cave has a rowdy past. Take a tour to learn all about it. UPDATED: This post was published in 2022 and has been updated in August 2026. What’s Robber’s…
Think of Northeastern Nebraska as a little bit country, a little bit river. When I think of the northeastern portion of the state, I picture of scenic river vistas, hikes and kayaks. Gorgeous state parks. Beyond the parks of the region, there are important historic sites, fun cultural festivals, and charming towns to explore by…
Less than an hour-long drive from Omaha is one of eastern Nebraska’s top destinations for outdoorsy families: Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area. This large park has several beaches for day trippers as well as campsites. It’s a great park close enough to Omaha for those looking for a dip in a lake or relaxing under…
