Copicut Woods is a nature preserve located in Southeastern Massachusetts in the town of Fall River. There are over 5 miles of marked trails at this 516 acre preserve. Other activities include biking and cross country skiing and snowshoeing during the winter months. Although the trails are far from ...

I took a trip out to Jamestown Rhode Island this weekend to look for sea glass. Jamestown is located on Conanicut Island about a ten minute drive from Newport. The island is connected by bridge and you have to pay a small toll to pass ($2). The views going over the bridge are magnificent! ...

Myles Standish State Forest is a state forest located in Southeastern Massachusetts, about 45 minutes south of Boston, in the towns of Plymouth and Carver. There are plenty of recreational opportunities available year-round such as hiking, biking, kayaking, and fishing. There are over 13 miles of ...

Another winter storm here in the Boston area has me dreaming of the beaches I was once able to visit on a daily basis in Southern California! Southern California is known for being home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. I love the fact that the beaches are so versatile – ...

On a long trip from Idaho to Chicago, Mike and I decided to take an hour detour to a natural hot springs in Saratoga, Wyoming. Open year-round, 24/7, the Hobo Pool is the perfect place to relax after long hours on the road. It may seem weird to pull over and jump into a 100+ […]

Not all travel has to be expensive. There are plenty of fun ways to travel without going overboard. I have compiled a list of ways to save during your next vacation. One of the best ways to save money is by taking a staycation – be a tourist in your own city for a few […]

A bike ride through New England in the fall months makes for a perfect Halloween! Mike and I decided to take a scenic fall bike ride through Myles Standish State Forest in Carver, Massachusetts. The setting was perfect for Halloween – dark, cloudy, colored leaves scattered among the ground. ...

On our drive up to Massachusetts, Mike and I took a detour over to the town of Hershey, PA to visit Hershey’s Chocolate World. It was basically right on our route, so we figured why not? We took the free Great American Chocolate Tour, which consisted of a free moving ride through a simulated ...

April 21st-29th 2012 is National Park Week. This means that entrance will be free this week! Take advantage of no admission fees and spend the day hiking, biking, picnicking, or just taking in the views. Most of these parks normally charge upwards of $25 so this is a great time to go! Every year ...

Lincoln Park Zoo is one of many great free attractions in the Chicago area. If you are looking for some free fun any time of the year, the Lincoln Park Zoo will not disappoint. December is an ideal time to visit Lincoln Park Zoo. The zoo, which is free and open year round, offers a […]