Our Travel Stories
We love Travel. We share about the places we visited and our experiences. Often, we travel with our dogs, so we provide some insight on traveling with pets. From US travel to international trips, we enjoy seeing the site, having new experiences and meeting people.
Whether it is personal experience and tips or advice we share from others, we hope you’ll enjoy and benefit from our blog. Writing about our experiences helps us remember. It can also help you as you plan your travel. From dogs to passes or unique places, we’ve learned and experienced things that we hope you find interesting and useful.
Most of our travel is in North America, usually a road trip. We find that small, local communities like Holland, MI, or college towns like Champaign/Urban and UofI can be great places to visit. This isn’t to say we don’t enjoy the ‘bigger’ places. The National Parks, international locations, and big US cities are also on the agenda.
European Trips
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The 6 Best Things To Do in Inverness
We loved our time in Inverness and would go back in a heartbeat to explore more. There are so many things to do in Inverness, so we are sharing some of our favorites! Nestled along the banks of the River Ness, this charming city offers a captivating blend of history, natural beauty, and rich cultural…
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The Loch Ness Bus Tour: Scotland’s Can’t Miss Excursion
After traveling around Scotland, we decided a Loch Ness bus tour is the can’t miss excursion. Scenic views of the Scottish highlands, light hikes, and exploration of charming local towns will fill your day. The most common bus tours of Loch Ness depart from Edinburgh and Inverness. The all day trip from Edinburgh is very…
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Discovering the Charms of Split Croatia
After visiting Dubrovnik and Hvar, we finished our adventure with a stay in Split, Croatia. Split is the second largest city in the country and steeped in rich history. A part of the city is actually built within palace ruins. You will have so much to explore throughout the city. Split Croatia Walking Tour A…
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A Hvar Croatia Escape: Sun, Sea, and Adventure
For the second leg of our adventure, we were off to the island of Hvar Croatia. We broke our Croatia trip up into three. First a few days in Dubrovnik, then Hvar and finishing the trip in Split. Dubrovnik to Hvar is such a popular route that this journey was a piece of cake. All you…
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Adventures in Dubrovnik Croatia: Exploring Croatia’s Coastal Gems
If you are looking to travel out of the US or branch out of the British Isles but are a little nervous about navigating a new country, Croatia is the way to go! Our favorite cities were Hvar, Split and Dubrovnik Croatia. Rapid fire some reasons you need to make Croatia your next destination: When…
United States Trips
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History of Devils Tower
Devils Tower, the first national monument in the United States, is a site of immense geological and cultural significance. Its beautiful natural formation not only offers scientists valuable insights into Earth’s geological history but also holds deep cultural importance for Native American tribes in the region. Steeped in legend and surrounded by folklore, Devils Tower…
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Yellowstone National Park
Established in 1872, Yellowstone National Park is the first national park in the world and is renowned for its stunning landscapes, unique geothermal features, and diverse wildlife. Covering approximately 3,471 square miles, Yellowstone is one of the largest national parks in the United States, showcasing a vast array of natural beauty from geothermal marvels to…
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Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park Is one of the most beautiful national parks in the country. Tucked in the northwest region of Washington state, Olympic covers about 1442 square miles. One of the most unique parts of the park are the three distinct ecosystems it contains: glacier capped mountains, temperate rainforests, and pacific coastline. Even though it…
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History of the National Parks
The National parks are known as some of the most beautiful places in our country. These places were established to conserve their beauty and allow a place for people to connect with the outdoors. Today there are 63 national parks and 429 National Park service managed areas, however this was not always the case. There…
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Escape from Alcatraz
Alcatraz penitentiary is a former prison located in the San Francisco Bay over a mile from any land. Because of this location it was thought to be the world’s most secure prison, as any escape attempt meant they would have to swim at least 1.25 miles in cold, wavy, and shark infested waters. Despite numerous…
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Native American Occupation of Alcatraz
When most people think of Alcatraz, they think of the “inescapable prison,” but not many people know of the protest there just six years after its closure in 1963. Influenced by the 1960s African American Civil Rights movement and the Vietnam War protests, Native Americans occupied Alcatraz Island for 19 months to bring attention to…