Coffee – it gets us going in the morning, boosts our productivity, and it just tastes so good! Doesn’t matter how you drink it – black, iced, pour over, or cappuccino style… it’s America’s favorite drink regardless. So, really it is no surprise that independent ...

The holidays just are not the same without beautiful light displays and festive events to look forward to all season long, from the day after Thanksgiving through the New Year. While the holiday season can be a stressful time for many, there is also lots of seasonal fun to lighten the mood. With ...

Sunny Florida…it’s a great place for a gorgeous beach vacation anytime of the year: a prime destination come winter for countless residents of the Midwest and Northeast who seek a sunny, warm escape from their cold and dreary climates. With Walt Disney World, white sand beaches, ...

It’s that time of the year again when most of us can finally pack away the shorts & flip flops, turn off the air conditioning and feel the cool breeze coming in through the windows, and enjoy all types of pumpkin treats and festive fall and Halloween attractions. With an abundance of ...

A leisurely bike ride is a fantastic activity to incorporate into any vacation itinerary as it allows you to check out the beautiful natural surroundings of the area while also getting in a fun little vacation workout (as opposed to a boring treadmill workout at a hotel gym, or worse skipping the ...

There is no need to travel far and wide to see wildlife in their natural habitats. Sure it would be nice to venture out on a once-in-a-lifetime African safari ride, yet for those who want to keep it a bit cheaper & closer to home, here are 6 spectacular zoos to add to your bucket […]

There are so many exciting things to cram into a Disney/Universal vacation that it can be quite the overwhelming experience without a little bit of pre-planning. Fantastic rides, attractions, and shows are found throughout both theme parks, although some are clearly better than others. To get the ...

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! For most Americans, St. Patrick’s Day conjures up images of green beer, festive parades, corned beef and cabbage, leprechauns, four leaf clovers, and all sorts of crazy green themed apparel. Interestingly enough, the first St. Patrick’s Day parade took ...

What makes a coffee shop great? Awesome espresso drinks? A cozy or eclectic setting? Outstanding service? Ultimately, the difference between a basic and amazing coffee experience comes down to a combination of all 3. Luckily, you can find at least one interesting coffee shop almost anywhere you ...

Spring is one of the best times to take a vacation. Unlike the peak summer season, planning a getaway during the less hectic spring season typically brings forth many great benefits, namely hotel and transportation savings, attractive cooler weather, along with fewer crowds. Plus, many summer and ...