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25 Best Places to See Fall Colors In Kentucky

Kentucky is beautiful year round, but definitely during the fall months. Here is a list of more than 25 best places to see fall colors in Kentucky. From all areas of the state you can see dramatic colors as the trees change. Actitivies to see changing leaves in Kentucky range from simply driving our beautiful country roads to rock climbing and everything in between Best Places to See Fall Colors in KY Kentucky’s landscapes range from gorgeous farms in the...

10 Reasons to Take a Road Trip

On the fence about whether to take a road trip? National Geographic says this is the summer of road trips. With closed borders and concerns about travel, and especially flying, the road trip has become the way to travel this summer. But there are many reasons to take a road trip without a pandemic and travel restrictions. People either love or hate road trips. You can put me in the hate category and I usually avoid any road trips longer...

10 of the Best Restaurants in Louisville

Looking for the best restaurants in Louisville? With its growing reputation as a foodie city, there are plenty of restaurants to try meeting all tastes and budgets. Living in nearby Lexington, with a daughter that lives in Louisville, means I am in this waterfront city often. The restaurant scene here ranges from high-end to ethnic to local favorites. And the local favorites are where I try and dine in any city. Of the many restaurants in Louisville that I’ve tried,...

View of Snowy Range in Medicine Bow National Forest in Wyoming

Best Things to Do in Laramie, Wyoming

Laramie offers visitors a unique experience. Surrounded by stunning scenery, it maintains a strong sense of its past while providing modern conveniences. Home to the University of Wyoming, Laramie feels like a small town but it offers visitors so much to see and do. I’ve visited twice and feel like I’ve only scratched the surface of what this unique town has to offer. Here are some of the best things to do in Laramie. Downtown Laramie Laramie’s downtown is charming....

10 Reasons Why I Love Lisbon (and you will too!)

Lisbon won me over pretty much as soon as we arrived. Even in my jet-lagged state, I could tell this was a special place. I fell in love with Lisbon top to bottom and everything in between. Here are 10 reasons I love Lisbon and think you will too. 1) Lisbon Architecture There is a rustic beauty to this city of colorful buildings and steep hills that feels different than any other place I’ve visited. One of my favorite things...

A Local’s Guide to the Best Things to Do in Lexington

Coming to Lexington, Kentucky? First, let me say congratulations on getting to visit this beautiful city! Lexington is one of the most beautiful cities in the United States. But I may be a bit biased as I am a born and bred Lexingtonian. And as a local, I can assure you that there is so much to see and do in our fair city. Read on for my complete guide of what to do in Lexington. Best Time To Visit...

Why You Need to Spend a Weekend in Greenville, South Carolina

Spend a weekend in Greenville, South Carolina, and see why this little city of about 70,000 residents, has caught the eye of fancy travel publications like Travel + Leisure. What’s not to love about a city that has retained its small-town charm but feels like a modern Southern city? Read on to see why you need to spend a weekend in Greenville, South Carolina. Why Greenville? Nestled near the Blue Ridge Mountains, Greenville’s downtown is clean as a pin. It’s...

Colorful house in Copenhagen. Things to do in Copenhagen in 1 Day

Things to Do in Copenhagen in 1 Day

Copenhagen is one of the coolest cities I’ve ever visited! We found ourselves in Copenhagen for the start of our Baltic capitals cruise. I never expected to fall in love with this city, but fall in love I did. If you find yourself with only a day here make the most of it. Read on for things to do in Copenhagen in one day. Airport to Copenhagen City Center If you only have a day or two in Copenhagen you...

5 More Gotta Try Local Restaurants in Lexington

Coming to Lexington? We have an incredible variety of locally-owned restaurants in our beautiful city. I shared some of my favorite local restaurants in Lexington earlier. Now I’m back to share more! These five gotta try local restaurants are some of the best restaurants in Lexington, Kentucky. They feature local favorites, BBQ, Italian cuisine with a Kentucky spin, and the best place to eat with a hangover. Winchell’s Restaurant & Sports Bar Winchell’s is unique in that it definitely has...

Your Complete Packing List for Mexico – 2020

You’ve booked your dream vacation to Mexico! Here is your packing list for Mexico. This list includes not only items you must bring but things you should leave at home. This list will work when packing for Mexico beaches and all-inclusive vacations. With its beautiful beaches, rich culture and history, delicious food, and gorgeous weather, Mexico is a perennial favorite with tourists. Its proximity to the US, Canada, and western Europe and reasonable prices make a vacation to Mexico a...