If there is one town in the Midwest that completely embodies the lawless, gun-slinging heritage of the American Old West, it’s Dodge City, Kansas. Known in the late 1800s as the “Beautiful, Bibulous Babylon of the Frontier,” it was a bustling hub for buffalo hunters, railroad workers, and legendary lawmen like Wyatt Earp and Bat […]
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San Francisco has a way of mixing the historic with the whimsical, the educational with the indulgent. Our weekend in the city was exactly that kind of experience—a perfect blend of San Francisco’s past and present: touring the working machinery that powers the iconic cable cars, getting lost in mirror mazes at Pier 39, sipping
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Key West is more than just the end of U.S. 1—it’s a pocket-sized island crammed with more history, literary legends, and iconic bars than almost anywhere else in the country. Planning a full three-day escape (plus 2 travel days) here requires a good strategy, balancing the must-see historical tours with the necessary Key West traditions,
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When we started planning our Key West trip, I stumbled upon the Key Lime Pie Walking Tours. At first, I was intrigued—a guided tour dedicated entirely to this iconic Florida dessert? Sign me up! But when I saw the price tag, especially after we’d already splurged on other tours, we decided to create our own
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Like many of our trips, we love to eat local, so eating & drinking in Mobile was no different. We found a fantastic blend of high-end Southern cuisine, casual dining spots recommended by locals, and some breweries. Let us share the 6 Restaurants & 2 Breweries we went to. Click here to check out our
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If you’re looking for a perfect blend of history, good food, and relaxed vibes, an afternoon in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood is an excellent choice. We recently spent a few hours exploring the area, centered around the historic Hangar 2, and found a great way to escape the city bustle without leaving town. Our adventure began
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Each year for our birthdays or anniversary we try to go out to a nice dinner. We’ve been to some great spots around Denver like Fruition (now closed), Borolo Grill, Venice (a great Italian place), and some interesting vegan places. But this year, for my birthday, a craving hit me that I just couldn’t ignore:
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Well folks, this post might not be as exciting as other food posts. The simple truth is, we found ourselves gravitating toward the same two spots in Ouray, and our other culinary excursions were a bit of a mixed bag. Ouray Dinners: The Outlaw & Ouray Brewery Ouray Brewery was a highlight, largely due to
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Back in early 2015, not long after I moved to Colorado, A girlfriend, brimming with excitement, insisted I experience this “Colorado institution,” a “must-go.” with her and her two young kids. I walked in with an open mind, but what I found was… bewildering. It was cafeteria-style back then – grab a tray, order your
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While I liked the feel of Fairbanks, a small town, I wasn’t loving the food. I am sure there are wonderful places and menu items places, just not really what I happened to order. Bahn Thai We heard that Fairbanks had a lot of Thai restaurants, its a common cuisine there. And there were for
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We enjoy eating out when we travel. We tried to utilize the hotel free breakfast for 60% of the time since food in Alaska tended to cost more. These are the places we went and what we thought — of course your experience my vary. Alaska Chopped and Chowdered – Justin got the Alaskan Rustic
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I was in San Francisco for work without Justin, when that happens, I tend to eat foods I know he doesn’t enjoy as much as me (such as Ethiopian (which I also had in SF, Indian, and Thai). I’m not really a fast food gal, but there are times when that is what is available,
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San Francisco’s culinary landscape is a melting pot of global flavors, and Oren’s Hummus has carved out a delicious niche with its authentic and vibrant Middle Eastern cuisine. On a recent visit with a friend, we decided to immerse ourselves in their offerings by ordering the sampler dish, a brilliant way to experience the breadth
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On a weeklong trip to Burlington & Winooski Vermont, we went to two standout restaurants in/near Burlington, VT that really stood out to me. Our House Bistro A small restaurant in Winooski made an impression. Nestled in the revitalized Winooski’s circle, this small restaurant fills up quickly. We were fortunate to be able to walk
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We finally made it to one of Manhattan’s most legendary dining rooms: the Russian Tea Room on 57th Street. Our yearly tradition of hitting a well-known NYC institution brought us here for a late dinner (sadly, no time for the famous High Tea!). The Vibe: Stepping inside is a truly transportive experience. The interior is everything you hear: ornate,
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Brisbane, Australia, was a fantastic stop on our Australian itinerary, made all the more special by having a friend who calls this vibrant city home. While our evenings were filled with catching up and local insights with friends, our days were largely free for exploration, allowing us to discover the city’s unique charm at our
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Tulsa, Oklahoma, surprised us in many ways, and one of the most unexpected (and surprisingly delightful) discoveries was pickle pizza. Yes, you read that right. Pickles. On a pizza. Now, I’m a fan of a good briny bite, so when I spotted this intriguing concoction at ZaZa’s Pizzeria inside the bustling Mother Road Market, my
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I haven’t been to the World Trade Center area since September 11, 2002. The first decade I thought it would be too hard to go there, and the years since, I never made it a priority wondering how it would feel. I was in building 6 or 8 of the World Trade Center that day
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While my family doesn’t visit me that often, we’ve done a lot around Colorado. Coming up with new ideas is sometimes a challenge. But then I remembered the Hammond Candy Factory in north Denver that doesn’t require reservations and is free so it saved my tush by not planning in advance and balanced well with
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If there is one thing you can absolutely count on when traveling through Spain, it is that you will not go hungry. Our unofficial food mission was simple: eat as many tapas as possible, drink cava at every opportunity, and consume a truly irresponsible amount of jamón. By the time we left, our bellies were
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