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A World-Class View of Chicago via the Willis Tower Skydeck

After 40 years of living in and visiting Chicago, I finally made it to the iconic Willis Tower Skydeck. This wonderful attraction offers the most dramatic views of what I and many others believe is ...

A Visit to the World’s Only Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum

While Gatlinburg is most famous for being home to the beautiful Smoky Mountains, the small gateway city is also home to a number of eccentric museums. I love seeking out odd and interesting places ...

Exploring “The Mother Road” in Arizona

After living around the US, I can say Arizona is definitely one of the most interesting states in the country. During my 4+ years living here, I enjoyed exploring the many unusual sites including ...

Ashtabula: A Beautiful Fall Day Trip near Cleveland

As soon as autumn rolls around, I love to leaf peep, enjoy fall treats, and attend any local festivals. I really love the 4 season climate of the Midwest and this is my favorite time of year. While ...

The Most Interesting Arizona Ghost Towns to Explore

I love exploring anything unique and offbeat, so I jumped at the chance to explore many ghost towns while living in Arizona. While Texas is home to the most ghost towns in America at 511, Arizona is ...

What is “The Thing” in Benson, Arizona?

The best thing about road trips is that we get to see so much more of the country. As opposed to a quick flight, there are endless opportunities to explore obscure sights. This is especially the ...

Vermillion, Ohio: A Lake Erie Gem

I recently moved to the Cleveland metro area and have been exploring many sights both in and around the city. While many tourists complain about the grittiness of Cleveland, easy access to beautiful ...

Rockefeller Park Greenhouse in Cleveland

I am always on the lookout for great city attractions, especially those that cost nothing to the public. One of my favorite finds while living in Cleveland is Rockefeller Park Greenhouse & ...

Vito & Nick’s: The Best Pizza in Chicago

New York vs. Chicago pizza – thin vs. deep dish – triangle vs square – foldable vs. requiring a fork. The debate remains as to which city serves the best pie. Personally, I will ...

7 Vacation Destinations for History Buffs

I love exploring old cities – the architecture is gorgeous, the museums are fantastic, the restaurants often iconic, and there are usually a ton of free things to do. While many people think ...