California is home to some of America’s most famous destinations – the original Disneyland, Hollywood, San Francisco, glorious beaches and breath-taking mountains, but from the north to the Mexican border, it’s also home to a string of hidden gems and little-known travel destinations worth a visit. Winchester Mystery House One of California’s...
Unless you are hunting or fishing, most people avoid going camping during the winter months. Taking yourself away from the environment that mankind has worked to create and improve upon over the course of thousands of years and leaving yourself vulnerable to the cold may not seem worth the view. While that is a completely understandable point of...
When traveling to New York City there are more than a few things to do. From the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State building and Times Square, the ‘Big Apple’ gets over 60 million visitors each year for good reasons. For those of us that have made the trip before and are looking beyond the “main attractions” towards a less crowded experience,...
When you think of the civil rights movement in America, there are a group of names that stand out as those that led the way. While the movement was a group effort, assuming a leadership role was what makes these names stand out in history. Many were wronged and treated inhumanely during and prior to this period of American history, but taking a...
Nature’s creations are without question capable of reaching awe-inspiring levels of beauty and elegance. Sites like the Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls and the geysers of Yellowstone are truly breathtaking examples of the creative abilities of naturally existing forces on the planet we call home. While it is hard to compare the abilities of humans to...
As virtually every Floridian is well aware of, the most well-known mouse in the world is what brings in tourists by the bus load year after year. Though the mouse house is an exciting experience for a family of any size, it is far from the only reason to experience the “Sunshine State”. Florida has a rich history and is filled with a plethora of...
Every year around this time, a large majority of people begin to prepare for their New Year’s Eve Festivities. For most of them, New Year’s Eve celebration involves a slightly different version of the same thing year after year, going out and making “questionable” decisions. While that may work for some, others may feel obligated for a variety of...
Faywood Hot Springs Resort- New Mexico With no-reservation access daily from 10am – 10 pm and a $13 per adult fee for the public pool, Faywood is a must experience in New Mexico. Expect pool temperatures between 100- 108 degrees Fahrenheit. Gila Hot Spring – New Mexico This hot spring has been run by the Campbell family since the 1940s....
When it comes to snow skiing, unless you are training for the Winter Olympics or some other competition, it is more of a luxury than anything to be able to participate. Knowing that those that choose to spend their time and money skiing typically are “better off” financially compared to those that do not, many resorts charge rates that are...
With the temperature dropping more and more as the year comes to an end, even the most diehard “northerner” can find themselves looking to escape the cold. Whether it is to sooth the arthritic aches and pains that come with the cold or just a reason to experience a change of scenery, traveling to an area with warmer temperatures has been a...
