Middleton Place
Laid out under a formal landscape architecture plan mirroring European gardens, the gardens of Middleton Place are the oldest of their style in America, started in 1741.
Puttering Around Put-in-Bay
Puttering around Put-in-Bay, Ohio, in a rented golf cart, I was able to explore this island in Lake Erie at a relaxed pace while learning about its history.
Surprised by Stony Brook
Surprised by the New England feel of Stony Brook, we lingered over museums and parks, soaking in history on our overnight visit to Long Island's North Shore.
Tuneup at Ford's Garage
It's not every day that a car guy finds a car-themed restaurant that hits the spot, both for great food and great memories. Discovering Ford's Garage in Estero tuned us up to tackle a long travel day.
Mission Relaxation
To truly let you unwind, a trip to Mackinac Island needs to be a few days long. Having historic Mission Point Resort as our home base provided us a calm, relaxing stay.
Another Day in Paradise
It’s just another day in Paradise for us, except we actually are in Paradise, Michigan, an excellent base camp for visiting Taquamenon Falls and Whitefish Point.
Rusty & Paulas
A surprise stop along US 301 in Bamberg, South Carolina leads us to a heaping helping of fine Southern cooking at Rusty and Paula's.
The Wilmington Riverwalk
Stretching the length of downtown, the Wilmington Riverwalk ties together interests as diverse as the city itself, from dining to boatbuilding
I'm a Lumberjack (or so I thought)
Lumberjacks in Pigeon Forge? That's what we found on a visit to the Great Smoky Mountains, learning a bit of history and culture at the Great Smoky Mountain Lumberjack Feud Dinner Show.
Exploring Baraboo
In Baraboo, Wisconsin after Chicago, we realized there were more people riding with us on the "el" than I think live in Baraboo.
