Articles in Category: Hidden Gems

Field of Dreams: Is This Heaven? No, It’s Dyersville, Iowa

Field of Dreams: Is This Heaven? No, It’s Dyersville, Iowa

I am a big 80’s movie buff and Field of Dreams has always been one of of my favorites. It is easily one of the most rewatchable summer movies of all time. I love the nostalgic baseball theme ...

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Herschell Carrousel Museum: A Step Back in Time in Upstate NY

Herschell Carrousel Museum: A Step Back in Time in Upstate NY

On our recent trip to Niagara Falls (our first time back in over 10 years!), Mike surprised me with a stop at an antique carousel museum in nearby North Tonawanda. We love checking out quirky and ...

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It’s a Beautiful Day in The ‘Burgh: Mr. Rogers’ Memorabilia

It’s a Beautiful Day in The ‘Burgh: Mr. Rogers’ Memorabilia

Before moving to Pittsburgh, I had no idea that the classic children’s program Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood filmed in the city. Pittsburgh has a long history of television and radio firsts. ...

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Randyland: A Funky, Free Art Exhibit in Pittsburgh

Randyland: A Funky, Free Art Exhibit in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh is home to a vibrant arts community. Along with the renowned Carnegie Museum of Art and The Warhol (the only museum dedicated to pop art legend Andy Warhol), there are many galleries and ...

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Blue Hen Falls: A Steep Trek to a Dazzling Ohio Waterfall

Blue Hen Falls: A Steep Trek to a Dazzling Ohio Waterfall

This winter break in the Cleveland metro we experienced some major weather swings. One day, we would receive several inches of snow, the next it would be sunny and 60 degrees.  While I prefer ...

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Attraction of the Week: Ohiopyle State Park

Attraction of the Week: Ohiopyle State Park

One of Pennsylvania’s largest and most popular state parks, Ohiopyle, is an easy daytrip from Pittsburgh. If you find yourself tiring of the congestion, crazy traffic and drivers, and urban ...

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Attraction of the Week: Mercado San Agustin in Tucson

Attraction of the Week: Mercado San Agustin in Tucson

Mercado San Agustin, a beautiful open air courtyard, is the place to go in Tucson for a leisurely weekend brunch. The plaza is home to a number of local businesses including several great authentic ...

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Nostalgic Neon at The American Sign Museum in Cincinnati

Nostalgic Neon at The American Sign Museum in Cincinnati

Mike and I decided to take a quick weekend trip to Cincinnati (it was an easy drive from Pittsburgh) mainly to check out one of the country’s top art museums. As we love anything retro, we ...

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Pittsburgh’s Bicycle Heaven: The World’s Largest Bicycle Museum

Pittsburgh’s Bicycle Heaven: The World’s Largest Bicycle Museum

Pittsburgh is an underrated city with lots of unique sights to explore. During my time living here, I have discovered a few hidden gems. If you are into quirky, oddball attractions, then you will ...

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Hiking Hotspot: Whiteside Mountain

Hiking Hotspot: Whiteside Mountain

Mike and I took a daytrip from Asheville to Highland (~1.5 hours) just to do something different. We love all the waterfall treks around this region but also love exploring new trails whenever we ...

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