Tracy IsemingerLove exploring new places? Got bitten by the travel bug? You’re not alone. Traveling is a thrilling experience, and each one of us wants to explore the world around us as much as we can, …
10 Summer Vacation Destinations for Families
Summer break is quickly approaching and with the pleasant weather, summer is the perfect time to travel with your family. If you’re out ideas for summer vacation destinations for families, here’s a little help. Keep …
Escape Seattle to the SLO wine life in under 2 Hours
If you live in the Pacific Northwest, you may find yourself longing to escape the grey rainy days of hustling and working hard to a slower pace where you can relax in a mild sunny …
10 Things to See and Do in Historic Guadalajara
As one of the largest cities within Latin America, Guadalajara has a large culture influence. Pronounced gwa-dele’hara, it is the capital city in the Jalisco state of Western Mexico known for tequila and mariachi music. …
Tlaquepaque, Mexico in an Afternoon
A short distance from Historic Guadalajara you’ll find Tlaquepaque an area famous for its pottery and blown glass. Pronounced tlakeˈpake you’ll find many restaurants, bars, street sellers and artisan shops to browse. If you’re …
Visiting Napa Valley Wineries and Beyond
Napa. The name signifies wine country but there is so much more to offer. Let’s explore visiting Napa Valley Wineries & Beyond! Located in Northern California, Napa Valley is most well-known for its …
Exploring Wenatchee Washington
Wenatchee Washington Wenatchee Washington is one of my favorite destinations in this beautiful state. Not only is it full of life and fun, it’s centrally located to visit so many other areas making it the …
Washington State Wine & Food Getaway
2016 Ohme Gardens Wine and Food Gala Nestled up in the hills overlooking the Columbia River in Central Washington State, you will find the spectacular Ohme Gardens, a sanctuary of greenery and florals in the …
Gourmet Eats, a Dude Ranch Treat!
This August, my family and I were treated to a wonderful week in Bigfork, Montana at Averill’s Lakeside Lodge. We had visited a Dude Ranch in Whitefish the year previous and had an amazing time …
Ohme Gardens Food and Wine Gala, an Evening to Remember in Wenatchee
I’ve lived in Washington State all my life and one of my favorite places to pass through since I was young is Wenatchee. Nestled in Central Washington, you are on the edge of the evergreens …
An Adventure-Filled Weekend in Kissimmee with the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo
Cowboys from each of the country’s 12 national circuits gathered in Kissimmee, FL. at the Silver Spurs Arena last month, March 25-28, for one of the most incredible displays of cowboy showmanship of the year. …
New York City Wine and Food Festival 2014
As a foodie and wine lover, the New York City Wine and Food Festival has been on my list to visit for some time. This year, it happened! Not only did it happen but I …
Walking in the Footsteps of Olympians
Widely thought to have originated in 776BC, the Olympic Games is unquestionably the world’s most enduring, and esteemed sporting event. Its birthplace, Olympia, is a sanctuary in Greece’s Ellis region, where the original games were …
Central Oregon Travel Offers Family Fun for All!
When we decide to pack up for family vacation, to save money, we typically pick a destination that we can drive to within a days time. Given a full week, we decided this time to …
A Day at the Indianapolis Zoo
Marlys @This and ThatA Day at the Indianapolis Zoo I love spending time at the zoo. It is so much fun being able to visit them and see all the animals and also learn something new about them. …
Why Not Mesa. City Limitless.
Disclaimer: I won a trip for two to Mesa in a contest sponsored by Allegiant Airlines and Visit Mesa. All opinions provided are my own. Mesa Arizona. Perhaps you’ve heard of it but not really …
South Seas Island Resort – Family Fun
South Seas Island Resort ~ Family Fun I received a discount on the resort for my honest review. All opinions are 100% mine. On my last post I talked about the Fun at the Beach at the …
Oranjestad Aruba Trolley a Step Toward 100% Renewable Energy in Aruba
While visiting Aruba I had the opportunity to take a ride on the islands new “Green” Trolley. The Aruba Trolley is a small step in a large plan toward becoming the first island to be …
Snorkeling in Aruba, Adventures with De Palm Tours #TravelTuesday
On my recent visit to Aruba, One happy island, I finally had my first real experience with snorkeling. I had tried a few times as a child and constantly was getting water in my mouth …
Girls Night Out with the Chippendale’s
I finally did it. After years of hearing all about the Chippendale’s I finally had the opportunity to go see for myself if all the hype is real. Are these hunky men really all that …