Although I have lived in Kansas City for more than 20 years, I have yet to run out of things to do. The city is so spread out that there are always new places to see and try. The Summer just gives everyone a little more free time and weather to enjoy. Here are some …
While there aren’t a lot of campsites in Omaha, the camping options near Omaha are abundant. From backcountry tent camping to RV sites and luxury glamping in a dome, a quick and easy weekend getaway outdoors is just a few miles away. If you’re looking for cabins, I’ve written a whole other post about some …
I’ve been intrigued by Missouri’s Elephant Rocks State Park for years (seriously, it’s been on my Missouri Bucket List since 2019). All it took was a single photo of a hiker standing next to the behemoth boulder, Dumbo. I didn’t understand the significance of the rocks, nor of the history of the area, but I …
Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction has been a long-time family vacation staple in Branson, Missouri. My parents first took me when I was an awkward pre-teen. I remember the first glimpse of the arena. I remember wanting a T-shirt from the gift shop. I remember secretly hoping Dolly would make a surprise appearance in the show. Between …
Whether you are a biker, hiker, or a road warrior, there are many great ways to experience the Katy Trail. You can even ride a horse on two of the segments! My in-laws have almost completed biking the entire trail over the past several years. This has given me a glimpse into the amazing places …
Curvy roads. Unique rocks. And a pound of butter. That’s how I’d sum up our road trip through the Ozarks in Missouri. I’ll elaborate, of course, but if you have a short attention span, our five-day road trip through the Missouri Ozarks Disclosure: A portion of our road trip was hosted by Lake of the …