Scenic Drive

Gypsum Hills Scenic Byway

Cruising the Gypsum Hills Scenic Byway: An Honest Look at Kansas’s Red Earth

If your mental image of Kansas is entirely flat, golden wheat fields, the Gypsum Hills Scenic Byway will completely shatter that stereotype. Spanning 42 miles along U.S. Highway 160 between Medicine Lodge and Coldwater, this route drops you into an otherworldly landscape of vibrant crimson soil, deep canyons, and ancient, flat-topped mesas. We recently took […]

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Cripple Creek Town View

Day trip to Cripple Creek & Victor, CO

There’s something uniquely captivating about a crisp autumn day, especially when it’s spent exploring the rich history and stunning landscapes of Colorado’s Gold Belt. Join us as we recount a memorable day trip to Cripple Creek and Victor, where mining lore and charming small towns come alive. Our day began under clear blue skies, with

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A Scenic Drive Through Colorado’s North-Eastern Plains

When you think of Colorado, what comes to mind? Likely, it’s snow-capped mountains, vibrant ski towns, and breathtaking alpine vistas. But beyond the iconic Rocky Mountains lies a vast and often-overlooked landscape: the Eastern Plains. Recently, I embarked on a two-part road trip that offered a look at this expansive and sparsely populated region. The

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Loch Ness

Interesting Day Trip Around the Loch Ness

The mist-shrouded waters of Loch Ness, forever entwined with the legend of its elusive inhabitant, beckoned us during our recent trip to Scotland. To truly immerse ourselves in the mystery and magnificent scenery, we chose Rabbie’s “Complete Loch Ness Experience” day tour from Inverness. As always with Rabbie’s, the small group format and knowledgeable guide

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Gettysburg cannon

Day Trip Through Gettysburg: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

The air hung heavy with moisture, a persistent rain draping the rolling hills of Gettysburg in a veil of quiet contemplation. While perhaps not the ideal conditions for strolling sun-drenched fields, the somber atmosphere seemed to amplify the weight of history that permeates this hallowed ground. For Justin, a true history enthusiast, our self-driving tour

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