After becoming addicted to the Sci Fi channel’s “Ghost Hunters”, my wife and I could not resist the opportunity to tour the Stanley Hotel while staying in beautiful Estes Park Colorado. In my mind I had pictured the hotel to be in an isolated valley, remembering the depiction in Stephen King’s “The Shining”. However, when ...
While Disney parks offer plenty of fun and attractions for a memorable vacation, sometimes enjoying some old-fashioned relaxation is a much better option. Kissimmee is located just a short drive from the theme parks, a mid-sized town that offers a few thrills and attractions of its own. Along with specialty restaurants and carnival-style rides, you ...
While California boasts some of the most popular cities in the nation to visit, its small towns offer diversity, fun, and charm nestled in beautiful natural settings. These six small towns offer a sampling of the many gems that lie outside of California’s metropolitan areas. Amador City Amador City is an historic Gold Rush town ...
Most Las Vegas hotels and casinos offer free lessons for anyone interested in learning how to play blackjack, poker, craps, roulette, pai gow, baccarat, and just about any games played in Las Vegas casinos. These complimentary classes are good for beginners or even more experienced players who want to brush up on the rules of ...
Touring the John Adams Homestead in Quincy, Massachusetts is something that is growing in popularity of late. The recent showing of the HBO series “John Adams” has sparked or rekindled interest in this great American patriot and the second president of the United States. Being able to go back in time is not possible but ...
Every couple could use a romantic escape to rejuvenate their relationship. Whether your idea of a romantic getaway is a secluded location where you can snuggle in front of your own fireplace and look at breathtaking mountain views or a five star luxury hotel with all the frills, Salt Lake City has the perfect spot ...
Not long ago I had an argument with my friend Scott. This was long before he or I ever had a house and he was living in a nice apartment in this apartment complex. He would routinely point out his window and talk about the “lake” that was out there. The truth is, it wasn’t ...
It takes more than an extended weekend to get a good handle on all the Portland, Ore., area can offer. But it’s enough for a good introduction to the region. This four-day itinerary can jump-start plans for an active traveler. Preparation Staying west of the Willamette River puts you in good walking distance of many ...
Colonel Sanders is a worldwide icon because of his fried chicken, and the Louisville, Kentucky area has three attractions related to him. I love Colonel Sanders Original Recipe of fried chicken, so I just had to visit three certain attractions when I was in Louisville, Kentucky. My three Colonel Sanders attractions in the Louisville area ...
As if the Grand Canyon isn’t a big enough tourist attraction, the Hualapai nation has built a glass U-shaped bridge at eagle point. Its suspended 4,000 feet above the Colorado River. A 15-second free fall to the bottom. I have never seen anything like it. Nor am I sure that I would walk on it. ...
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