One of the things I love most about Disneyland is that there’s always something new to discover. Even after you’ve ridden the attractions dozens of times, Disney Imagineers continue to reward guests who take a closer look. That’s where Hidden Mickeys come in. Some are tucked away in attraction queues. Others are hidden in ride…
If you’re considering a visit to the Walker Art Center Minneapolis, you’ll quickly discover that it’s much more than an art museum. Home to modern and contemporary art exhibits, the famous Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture, and the seasonal Skyline Mini Golf experience, the Walker Art Center offers one of the…
Finding the best gifts for travelers can be surprisingly difficult. Most travelers aren’t looking for more stuff. They want useful gear, thoughtful experiences, and accessories that make future adventures easier, more comfortable, and more memorable. Whether you’re shopping for a frequent flyer, cruise enthusiast, road trip lover, or someone already dreaming about their next getaway,…
New Orleans offers no shortage of ways to spend an evening. You can listen to live music on Bourbon Street, explore Frenchmen Street, join a haunted history tour, or settle into one of the city’s famous restaurants for a long dinner. During a recent trip to New Orleans, however, I found another option that deserves…
During a work conference in Nashville, I finally crossed an attraction off my personal bucket list that had eluded me on previous visits: Cooter’s Place Nashville, the city’s dedicated Dukes of Hazzard museum and gift shop. Operated by Ben Jones, the actor who played Cooter on the hit television series, the museum houses an impressive…
My wife and I had talked about taking a cruise for years, but there was one problem: neither of us had ever been on one. We needed a first time cruise experience to get our feet wet. We know people who love cruising – I follow several on social media. We had watched videos, read…
When my wife and I planned a Labor Day weekend getaway to Minneapolis, there was one attraction just across the river in St. Paul that we knew we wanted to visit. The Science Museum of Minnesota had long been on our radar thanks to its reputation for hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. Although…
When our family of six found ourselves with a free evening in Los Angeles before boarding our first-ever cruise, we started looking for a way to fill a few hours without completely wearing ourselves out. The next day was already dedicated to Universal Studios Hollywood, so we wanted something fun, relatively low-key, and close to…
When our family began planning a spring trip to Sweden and Portugal, each of our sons had input on what they wanted to see. Our youngest son, then 13 years old, chose Portugal as “his” country of the trip. As an aspiring pilot and aviation enthusiast, one of the destinations at the top of his…
After helping my daughter move across the country to start college in Rhode Island, I found myself experiencing a mix of emotions. I was excited for her new adventure and proud of the young woman she had become, but saying goodbye wasn’t easy. Before flying home, my brother, his family, and I decided to spend…
