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Historical Sites

Top Things to Do and See in Harpers Ferry West Virginia

June 20, 2022 By Nedra McDaniel Leave a Comment

The small town of Harpers Ferry is a beautiful destination located within the lower Shenandoah Valley of West Virginia.

If you’re a US history buff, you’ll love the historic buildings and historical significance as a location of both a Civil War battle and a raid of abolitionist John Brown.

There are also plenty of outdoor activities, great restaurants and shops to appeal to a variety of travelers.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Featured, Historical Sites, Travel Tagged With: Harpers Ferry, the Appalachian Trail, West Virginia

Explore Dayton’s Aviation History on a Bike-Themed Adventure

November 28, 2021 By Nedra McDaniel 1 Comment

Dayton, Ohio has a rich history of entrepreneurs who have changed our country and the world.

Some of Dayton, Ohio’s famous residents include the Wright brothers and George Huffman, of Huffy Bicycle notoriety.

You can connect the dots of both Dayton’s history of aviation and bicycles on this bike-themed itinerary.

This is a fun adventure whether you choose to drive to the locations, ride a bike, or do a combination of the two.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Family Adventures, Featured, Fitness Fun, Historical Sites, Tours you can take, Travel Tagged With: aviation, bicycle, Buzz Bicycles, Carillon Historical Park, Dayton, Huffman, Huffy Bicycles, Ohio, Wright Brothers

Top Attractions and Hidden Gems Around Chattanooga, TN

November 11, 2021 By Nedra McDaniel 2 Comments

Nicknamed the “Scenic City,” Chattanooga, TN is a beautiful destination located along the Tennessee River surrounded by mountain views, beautiful waterfalls and miles of trails.

I’m sharing more about fun things to do and iconic attractions to check out during your visit, along with lesser known hidden gems in the Chattanooga area.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Extreme Adventures, Family Adventures, Featured, Historical Sites, Outdoor Adventure, Travel

Top Things to Do in Decatur, Alabama

August 15, 2021 By Nedra McDaniel Leave a Comment

If you are driving through Northern Alabama, find out why Decatur, Alabama is worth a detour stop.

Located conveniently off Interstate 65 along the Tennesse River, Decatur is known as the River City. It’s also the perfect halfway stop from Cincinnati to Gulf Shores.

My dad and I stopped in Decatur on the way to, and on the way back from, the Gulf. It was a great way to break up the drive and create additional memories along the way.

I’m sharing more about the top things to do in Decatur, Alabama during a visit.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Children's Museums, Extreme Adventures, Family Adventures, Featured, Historical Sites, Museums, Outdoor Adventure, Tours you can take, Travel Tagged With: Alabama, Cook Museum of Natural Science, crane, Decatur, mural, Northern Alabama, Princess theatre, Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge

Presidential Themed Hidden Gems Around Cincinnati

January 20, 2021 By Nedra McDaniel 2 Comments

Cincinnati has several locations around the city that honor previous Presidents of the United States.

You can try to visit most of them in one day or make it your quest to find them over time.

Presidential Themed Hidden Gems Around Cincinnati
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Filed Under: Adventures, Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky Tours, Cincy/NKY Area, Featured, Historical Sites, Museums, Solo Adventures, Tours you can take, Travel Tagged With: Abe Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln, Cincinnati, hidden gems, presidential, Taft Ale House, Taft museum of art

Unique Things to Do in Nashville, Tennessee

November 19, 2020 By Nedra McDaniel 1 Comment

When I visit a popular destination, I want to know what the hidden gems and must-see attractions are.

If you want to experience a lot of unique adventures in Nashville, Tennessee, I have the list for you.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Featured, Historical Sites, Museums, Tours you can take, Travel Tagged With: Dolly Parton, hot chicken, Nashville, Parthenon, Tennessee

Tips For A Safe and Fun Visit in Franklin, Tennessee

November 4, 2020 By Nedra McDaniel Leave a Comment

If you are looking for a great getaway, Franklin, Tennessee is worth checking out!

Franklin is located only 30 minutes from Nashville and has a charm and unique personality of its own.

I’m sharing more about my observations as a traveler to the area during the pandemic. My hope is that this information helps you decide when an upcoming visit to Franklin is right for you.

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Filed Under: Adventures With Friends, Fall Travel, Featured, Historical Sites, Travel Tagged With: Franklin, Girlfriend Getaway, Tennessee, walking tour

The Best Lighthouses to Visit Near Portland, Maine

October 6, 2020 By Nedra McDaniel 1 Comment

When you think about a visit to Maine, I’m pretty sure that an iconic picture of a lighthouse is somewhere in the mix.

I’m sharing more about the best lighthouses to see during your visit to Portland, Maine.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Featured, Historical Sites, Travel Tagged With: lighthouse, lighthouses, lobster roll, Maine, Portland

5 Beautiful Bridges you need to see in Iowa

March 26, 2020 By Nedra McDaniel 3 Comments

During my first visit to Iowa, one of the first things that stood out to me was its beautiful bridges.

I loved the architecture and the diversity of the styles of bridges in Iowa that we experienced during our stay.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Art, Family Adventures, Featured, Historical Sites, On A Date Adventures, Outdoor Adventure, Travel Tagged With: Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad, bridge, covered bridge, Des Moines, Gray's Lake, high trestle bridge, Iowa

Family-Friendly Things to Do in Beaumont, Texas

March 9, 2020 By Nedra McDaniel 3 Comments

Beaumont, Texas offers lots of family-friendly fun for all ages. 

If you are road-tripping from Texas to Louisiana it’s definitely worth the stop!

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures with Water, Family Adventures, Featured, Historical Sites, Travel Tagged With: Beaumont, Big Thicket National Preserve, Cattail Marsh, hike, horseback riding, mural, oil, Texas

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