While exploring the Oregon Coast, my wife and I came inland a few miles to explore Tillamook. Most people flock to tour the world-famous Tillamook Creamery. But on our way into town, we stumbled across an amazing piece of history: the Tillamook Air Museum. The museum is housed inside a one-of-a-kind hangar that was built…
When you make plans to visit Paris, you often thing of museums featuring colorful works of art or enjoying a crepe in a small cafe. But have you ever thought of wandering through tunnels below the city, lined with bones and skulls? The Paris Catacombs are a unique experience that’s sure to creep you out…
Lagoon Amusement Park is a staple venue for people who live in and around Utah. As a kid, it was the next best thing to Disneyland. There are roller coasters, water rides, a water park, and around Halloween there are fun and scary haunted houses. Lagoon is a great place to bond as a family,…
Our family had a wonderful time exploring several museums and iconic sites around Seattle. While making plans to visit the National Nordic Museum, we noticed a spot a short distance west from the museum that looked like an unique spot to explore. The Ballard Locks, also known as the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, is something…
Maui has so many amazing activities scattered throughout the island that’s it’s easy to just go, go, go. But I recommend slowing down a little bit to enjoy a few hours wandering through Lahaina. There are several activities that are sure to appeal to your interests, including shopping, dining, museums, desserts and more. Plus, it’s…
A couple summers ago, my wife and I took a road trip along the Oregon Coast. We stopped in some amazing vistas, camped in some beautiful state parks and wandered through some quaint coastal towns. Bandon, Oregon was one of our favorites because of the many things it had to offer. Here’s a rundown of…
The Arc de Triomphe is one of the most iconic monuments in Paris – probably second only to the Eiffel Tower. Although it doesn’t stand as tall as the famous tower, it’s the perfect spot to see some of the best views of the city. I’ve been to the top of this historic monument twice,…
Our family had a fabulous time exploring Seattle – the Emerald City. As we were planning our trip, we did lots of research online to find the best and unique things to see in Seattle. Once we finalized our itinerary, we did additional research on how to save money on admissions – after all, we…
Did you know that Benjamin Franklin gave pet squirrels to friends? They weren’t white elephant gifts, either. I guess having pet squirrels was a thing back the late 1700s. While most people picture Benjamin Franklin flying a kite in a lighting storm, he was much more than that. The Benjamin Franklin Museum in Philadelphia is…
Maui offers some very diverse landscapes. One side of the island is similar to the mountain deserts of Utah. The other is lush and green as far as the eye can see. Iao Valley State Monument is so beautiful that you’ll want to hang out for days just enjoying the steep, towering mountains and lush…
