A walking food tour sounds almost counterintuitive – exercise and food together? But maybe these unique tours are the best of both worlds as they combine both delicious nibbles and a little fresh air. Here are just a few to whet your appetite! Austin Eats (Austin, TX) Austin Eats is a variety of different foodie … [Read more…]
Virginia’s tourism slogan hasn’t changed in 40 years. In 1969, a Richmond-based advertising agency coined the phrase “Virginia is for Lovers” and it has been ever since. Lovers of history (considered the birthplace of our nation as well as the birthplace of eight U.S. presidents), lovers of the outdoors and scenic vistas (Shenandoah National Park … [Read more…]
On this day, we commemorate the well doings of the great National Hotdog and Sausage Council as we celebrate America’s favorite frank. National Hotdog Day falls on the July 17, and hopefully this will be the last year you neglect this groundbreaking holiday. Us hotdog lovers are accepting to those who will choose this year to begin … [Read more…]
See how the fun was had in Elizabethan times. Take in a Renaissance Faire and travel back in time.If you’ve ever attended a Renaissance faire or festival, you know that the purpose is to transport you back in time to the age of the Renaissance period (1300-1600 A.D.). Most often, these events bring to life … [Read more…]
They are functional works of art made of steel, stone and wood…check out some of America’s coolest bridges. There are more than 600,000 bridges in the U.S. Some were designed to allow travel over bodies of water, train yards or other roadways, large gorges, or other unnavigable terrain between two locations. There are bridges of … [Read more…]
Thousand Trails is celebrating 50 years of making camping memories with family, friends, and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. Yes, 2019 marks the big 5-0 for us so we want to everyone to join in on the fun. On Friday, June 21, commemorative 50th anniversary pins will be given at check-in to each reservation holder … [Read more…]
How do we love thee, let us count the ways. There are a million reasons to love Los Angeles including the sunshine, the ocean, and the celebrity spottings that can occur on a daily basis. We could go on and on but for our purposes here, we’ll narrow it down a bit and provide just … [Read more…]
The Pacific Northwest Coast is one of the best places to “go fly a kite,” as they say, thanks to its wide open spaces and continuous strong winds off the Pacific. To that end, the Oregon Coast plays host to some of the most popular kite fests in the country. Two big kite events are … [Read more…]
An unofficial end to summer is marked by the coming and going of Labor Day weekend. School is back in session and the weather is about to get a bit cooler. But don’t put that beach blanket away just yet. There are several beaches that deserve a day or two in the September (or even … [Read more…]
The Local Sightings Film Festival, Sept. 21-29 The Pacific Northwest is a beautiful place – with its lush green forests to its endless mountain ranges, there is always something to explore. The Pacific Northwest is also known for it’s unique creators and artists who bring a magical quality to their art that is unlike any … [Read more…]