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6 Places to View Great Skylines

Every city has its’ own unique top spots for urban photography. In my guide, I will cover several fantastic (and easily accessible) sites for viewing the great skylines of: Chicago, ...

Fall Halloween Fun in Salem, Massachusetts

Any Halloween lover must pay a visit to Salem, Massachusetts, known by many to be the “Halloween Capital of the World.” The historical significance of the town (most notably the infamous ...

10 Great Western Attractions

Although each region of the US is home to its’ own share of beautiful places, I have to say the West’s monumental range of breathtaking natural wonders is pretty hard to top. The diverse ...

Fall is in the Air at Connecticut’s Devil’s Hopyard State Park

Devil’s Hopyard State Park in Southeastern Connecticut is the best place in the region for fall sightseeing. Beautiful 60 foot Chapman Falls, scenic hiking trails, a historic covered bridge, ...

A Beautiful Fall Hike through Blue Hills Reservation

Blue Hills is one of the most beautiful places to hike near the city. This 7000 acre urban oasis, located just 10 miles outside of Boston, is an amazing place to visit any time of year. I love that ...

Minuteman Bikeway: The Perfect New England Fall Ride

Massachusetts sees some of the most brilliant fall color in all of New England, which is no short feat considering the entire Northeast region is so gorgeous this time of year. Since moving here, I ...

A Pumpkin Patch Like No Other: Bengtson’s Pumpkin Farm

Bengtson’s Pumpkin Farm, a family-owned farm in the Chicago suburbs, holds a fun, festive annual fall event each season. This popular local favorite, which has been going strong for over 40 ...

Vacation Spotlight: A trip to New York’s Catskill Mountains

Mike surprised me this year with a relaxing birthday trip to the Catskill Mountains (what a great idea!). Located in the southeastern section of Upstate New York, this tranquil mountain region is ...

Hiking Hotspot: New Hampshire’s White Mountains

The White Mountains National Forest is most well known for being home to Mt. Washington, the highest mountain in the Northeast (6288 ft) and one of the windiest places on Earth (wind speeds reached ...

The Beautiful Canyons of Illinois’ Starved Rock State Park

Starved Rock State Park is frequently rated the top natural attraction in Illinois. Being a Chicago native, I had always heard good things about this place but never had the opportunity to check it ...