I dropped my bags at the hotel, laced up my shoes, and hit the trail. My destination wasn’t a mountain meadow or seaside walk, but an urban art trail. Raleigh’s new Outdoor Mural Trail digital passport gives visitors an easy way to wander the city and view some of the best artwork, guided by a… Continue reading See the Soul of Raleigh on the Outdoor Mural Trail
Alaska has a magnetic pull, attracting nature lovers, adventure seekers, and explorers. With millions of acres of wilderness, this remote 49th US state is a place teeming with rugged coastlines, majestic mountains, and playful marine mammals. It took me 20 hours to reach Alaska from my home in Florida. My trek to this former Russian… Continue reading Alaska: America’s Last Wild Frontier
Historic Nassau Hotel Restored to Glory After a $50 million transformation, the Grand Dame of Nassau is once again on the throne. Built by oil magnate Henry Flagler in 1900, the original wooden structure, the Hotel Colonial, welcomed wealthy tourists arriving by steamship to winter in paradise. Flagler is known for his luxurious lodgings, including… Continue reading British Colonial
Spanish moss hangs from live oaks, fluttering in the breeze from nearby Manatee River. Benches, a gazebo, and boardwalk along the water make this park in Bradenton a peaceful place. Pause a little longer to read the historical markers and you’ll learn that the area is more than a just a pretty place for a… Continue reading Back to Angola Festival
Once one of North Carolina's top tobacco producing regions, Durham has reinvented itself as a lively, innovative city filled with award-winning restaurants and art-filled spaces. Historic red brick factories house galleries, theaters, and retail shops. read more
You've probably never heard of Lake County, Florida, but one visit to this hilly countryside 35 miles northwest of Orlando and you're sure to fall in love. read more
You don't have to be an expert photographer with lots of expensive equipment to capture great photos of Raleigh; you just have to know where to look. read more
America´s oldest city offers historic treasures and modern delights. read more
Some of Orlando’s oldest attractions have nothing to do with roller coasters or 3-D rides. Tranquil lakes, forests, and ponds filled with water lilies are home to hundreds of species of birds, reptiles and mammals that called the area home long before tourists arrived. Head to some of these natural attractions to experience the thrill… Continue reading Natural Attractions: Central Florida’s Nature Spaces Draw in Visitors
North Carolina is the birthplace of three U.S. presidents, the first airplane flight, and Lexington-style barbecue. The capital city, Raleigh, is a living history lesson wrapped in Southern charm. Victorian neighborhoods, centuries-old oak trees, and free, world-class museums abound. read more
Orlando is famous for heart-pumping roller coasters and family-friendly attractions, naming it Theme Park Capital of the World. But did you know there is so much more to see? With vibrant art museums, lush gardens, and eclectic retail districts, Orlando’s neighborhoods weave a colorful tapestry of culture and history. Take a day or two on… Continue reading Welcome to Orlando!
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