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Bisbee, Arizona: Former Copper Mining Town Turned Tourist Hotspot

Bisbee, Arizona: Former Copper Mining Town Turned Tourist Hotspot

Bisbee is a small city located about 92 miles southeast of Tucson, and thus, most popular with locals seeking a quick daytrip. Mike and I decided to check it out as it’s a super close drive ...

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9 Must-Do’s While Staying in Downtown Portland, Oregon

9 Must-Do’s While Staying in Downtown Portland, Oregon

I have always wanted to visit Portland as I love both nature and supporting local businesses and this city offers a great mix of both. Mike and I like visiting any cities which still have something ...

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15 Fun & Free Things to do in Tucson

15 Fun & Free Things to do in Tucson

Today, it is hard to believe that Tucson was at one point a sleepy little desert town. These days are long gone, and consequently, real estate prices continue to climb as more transplants flock to ...

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Vacation Spotlight: Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Vacation Spotlight: Pagosa Springs, Colorado

One year, Mike surprised me with a birthday trip to a beautiful little town in Colorado home to a healing hot springs resort. We came across a hot springs many years ago on a long roadtrip and ...

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10 Must-Do’s in Tucson, Arizona

10 Must-Do’s in Tucson, Arizona

Ever since moving to Tucson, I have fallen in the love with the rare beauty of the desert. Hiking here is always an interesting experience especially for those of us who grew up in completely ...

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101 Things to do in Northern Arizona

101 Things to do in Northern Arizona

Northern Arizona is a surprisingly diverse area of the country, especially in comparison to its’ southern counterpart. Instead of the towering Saguaro cacti of the Sonoran desert, you will ...

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10 Interesting DayTrips Less than 2 Hours from Tucson

10 Interesting DayTrips Less than 2 Hours from Tucson

Southern Arizona is the only place in the world where the magnificent Saguaro cactus grows. Visiting Saguaro National Park or Catalina State Park (both loaded with thousands upon thousands of cacti) ...

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Attraction of the Week: Boston Common and Public Garden

Attraction of the Week: Boston Common and Public Garden

Boston is one of my favorite cities. I had the opportunity to live in the metro for many years. I loved the history, the gorgeous parks, the amazing leaf peeping, and yes – even the snowy ...

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A Fall Cruise Along the Gorgeous Charles River

A Fall Cruise Along the Gorgeous Charles River

I love the vibe of Boston in the early fall months. It’s still pretty active, the temps are cooler, and the colors are of course beautiful. I lived in the metro a few years back and recently ...

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Attraction of the Week: The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train

Attraction of the Week: The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train

Mike and I planned a trip to Pagosa Springs this fall to take a leaf peeping ride on the Durango & SIlverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. This is our second time visiting this region. On our first ...

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