Articles for category: TRAVEL

Karla News

La Quinta in Utica, Michigan

Recently, my husband and I went on vacation. We went up-north for half of our trip, and spent the other half relaxing at home. We decided that since we had saved money by splitting the trip between vacation destination and home, we would attempt to get away for a night without the baby. We called ...

Karla News

Summer Day Trips in Wisconsin: State & County Parks

Summer is the time for day trips. There are several day trips that are worthwhile in Wisconsin. You will need your your camera to capture the beautiful scenery in these State & County parks. For the nature enthusiast, here are three beautiful summer trip destinations in Wisconsin. Devil’s Lake State Park S5975 Park Road Baraboo, ...

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Top 5 Elk Hunting Destinations in Montana

With elk hunting season only half over, there’s still plenty of time to bag that perfect bull. While elk can be found throughout Montana, five locations offer prime elk selection for the discriminating hunter. Slippery Ann-Zortman, MT The Missouri Breaks are famous for its selection of wildlife. Located on the north side of the Missouri ...

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A Guide to Spring Break in Cabo, Mexico

Maybe you’re too young to remember when Sammy Haggar was on top, but you’re not too young to have fun at his Cabo Wabo Cantina in Cabo, Mexico. Cabo is one of the most popular destinations for college students looking to have a great time on spring break, and Haggar’s bar is only one of ...

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Things to Do in Lockhart, Texas

When you are traveling through Texas, you may know about the sights and sounds of Austin. The state capital, the University of Texas, Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park and Hippie Hollow. Do you know about things to do and places to go in nearby towns, towns like Pflugerville, Buda, Kyle, San Marcos, Georgetown, Round Rock ...

Karla News

Daytona Lagoon Review: Daytona Beach’s Favorite Water Park

Daytona Lagoon, located off of US A-1A in Daytona Beach, is the perfect getaway for the whole family. This exciting attraction offers a water park, go-karts, a miniature golf course, as well as the arcade. Don’t forget the 25ft rock wall, lazer tag, and “Ball-o-city”, a huge tunnel city filled with balls. When you add ...

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Five Great Michigan Vacation Ideas

Maybe you want to stay close to home this summer. Or maybe you want to go somewhere a little more economical than Disney World, where the sales tax is agreeable (6%) and the weather is temperate. No matter what your reason for considering Michigan as a vacation destination, Michigan has a lot to offer every ...

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An American Expatriate’s Guide Guanajuato, Mexico

In 2005 I received an email from an American university professor wanting to know some information about living in Guanajuato. He got my name and email from one of the articles I wrote for Transitions Abroad print magazine. He told me that he and his wife decided upon Guanajuato as the place to retire. I ...

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Sweetest Winter Getaway in Hershey, PA

If your looking for a weekend getaway or planning that special romantic winter vacation then Hershey Pennsylvania is defiantly the place for you. The Hotel Hershey is the perfect spot if you are planning a romantic getaway. They are located just three hours from NYC, and features the most beautiful gardens that you have ever ...

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Oktoberfest in Hermann, Missouri

Hermann, Missouri will host four weekends of Oktoberfest fun in October, The small town is called Missouri’s Rhine Village, because of it located in the center of the state;s wine region. Hermann is a great getaway destination about an hour and half hours drive west of St. Louis, MO. Hermann was honored by Midwest Living ...