Charlie Parker’s – Springfield, IL

If you’re taking a trip to Springfield, IL Charlie Parker’s Diner is a fun place to check out!  Not only was it featured on Food Network’s show “Diners…

Universal Studios! – Orlando, FL

Daydreaming of Orlando today.  This past summer was my first time visiting Universal Studios, and it was awesome!  We only had 1 day to spare while in the area, so it was a big debate…

Minneapolis – a quick visit

Minneapolis is a really neat city, with such a wide variety of activities to do.  Anytime I’m in that area I try to get a trip to Ikea in, and totally loved shopping…

3 cheap “must have” souvenirs!

It’s always fun to get souvenirs on vacation to remind you the fun times once you get back to the reality of everyday life. But, no need to break the bank buying knick…

Airboat ride – Florida Everglades

This past summer while visiting the east coast of Florida, we excitedly booked an airboat ride in the everglades through Sawgrass Recreation Park in Weston.  In addition to the airboat rides, they also have some…

Riverboat Discovery – Fairbanks, Alaska

On our trip to Alaska this past summer, we did a Riverboat Discovery boat tour, and it was AWESOME!  It was a three-hour tour (so of course I had the Gilligan’s Island…

Glacier cruise – Seward, Alaska

One of my favorite activities from our trip to Alaska this past summer was a Glacier cruise.  We went on our trip through Kenai Fjords, and did the 6 hour National Park Tour. The weather…

You live & you learn :) backpacking Denali

We originally planned on staying 2 nights in Denali hiking and backcountry camping, however we packed it up after 1 night and continued on our way with the rest of our trip. Would I go…