Our first attempt to visit the Bohemia Mine Oregon ghost town took place in 2014, right after I got married. My mom, sister and I took the dog and headed out into one of the most scenic places in Oregon, the Umpqua National Forest, in a Ford Focus. The choice of vehicle turned out to be our biggest mistake. We were not sure what to expect, but we were hoping we could make it in the smaller car. Unfortunately, not too far from the trailhead location, we hit snow. It was February after all. After an interesting multi point K-turn, we got the car turned around and had to give up, vowing to come b ..read more

Disney World remains one of the top U.S. travel destinations for families and adults alike. It’s a place where nostalgia combines with a fantastical escape to create a magical adventure for all ages. It’s also a travel destination that requires some meticulous pre-travel planning, particularly when purchasing theme park tickets. If you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed by the ticket options, look no further, because we’re here to compare two popular Disney World theme park tickets: Disney Park Hopper vs Park Hopper Plus, providing the details and insights you need to find the perfect ticket for you ..read more

The Pacific Northwest is known for its amazing outdoor activities, and Oregon is no exception. The best Oregon hiking trails feature waterfalls, stunning views, and excitement. Take a journey with us through the beautiful state of Oregon to explore the best places to take a hike. Our Favorite Oregon hiking Trails Tokatee Falls- Greatest Views from one of the Best Oregon Hiking Trails The Tokatee Falls trail is high on our list of best hiking trails in Oregon. It leads to a stunning two-tiered waterfall on the North Umpqua River. The short out and back trail covers 0.8 miles with a slight incli ..read more

The Air Museum in McMinnville Oregon, called the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum, offers an up close and personal view of planes and space equipment. This museum is perfect for any aviation fanatic, aspiring astronaut, or just plain history buff. The large windowed building also holds one of the most unique planes ever created—the one-flight wonder, Spruce Goose, a must see for anyone planning an Oregon vacation. McMinnville Air Museum’s Crown Jewel: The Spruce Goose The McMinnville Air Museum in Oregon provides a home for a little over 100 unique planes, but most notable is the 23 milli ..read more

A visit to Lowell National Historic Park is a visit back in time to the 19th century during the peak of the Industrial Revolution. Located in the heart of the city of Lowell Massachusetts, Lowell National Historic Park doesn’t provide views of nature and wildlife like other national parks, but rather a deep delve into New England history. The Visitor’s Center: the First Stop on Our Time-Travelling Tour The visitors center at Lowell National Historic Park is a great place to begin your travel back in time. Inside, we found friendly staff to answer any and all questions we had. They explained th ..read more

We’ve found some of the best dining experiences in Disney World and thought we’d share them. You’ll find a variety of dining choices across the four theme parks to meet a range of food preferences. Some are better than others, so keep reading for our top picks. Table of Contents Best Place to Eat in Disney World: Table Service Restaurants Animal Kingdom’s Asia Is Home to One of the Best Dining Experiences at Disney World A Trip to Germany Reveals One of the Best Dining Experiences at Disney World EPCOT Take a Visit to the Beast’s Castle Leaving Earth to Find the Best Dining Experiences at Di ..read more

For a long time, Animal Kingdom theme park was overlooked as a place to spend a full day and many wondered how to handle Animal Kingdom planning. Guests would wander in after opening, experience a few attractions and leave mid afternoon, forgetting about the reason for the park: the animals. With the addition of Pandora- the World of Avatar, some of those common misconceptions have changed, but people still have a tendency to focus too much on headliner attractions when visiting Animal Kingdom theme park, missing much of the magic, and animals. With intricate theming intertwined with live anim ..read more

Abandoned on Rhode Island’s shores, behind overgrown trees, often overlooked, or just plain forgotten, sits Fort Wetherill in Jamestown. Once a proud active fort, Fort Wetherill’s many tunnels and structures are now covered in multicolored graffiti. Fort Wetherill Jamestown’s History In 1855, President Grover appointed the Endicott Board. Made up of members of the Army, Navy, and civilians, it was tasked with determining if the coastal defenses of the United States, and more specifically, New England, were up to snuff. Their findings were not good. This discovery brought about the Endicott Per ..read more

The Disney Memory Maker is a way to receive all Photopass photos taken of you and your group during your trip, including ride photos, but how much will you pay and is the Disney Memory Maker worth it? Table of Contents What is Disney Memory Maker? Difference Between PhotoPass and Disney Memory Maker How Much Does Disney Memory Maker Cost? Disney Memory Maker Military Discount Memory Maker Versus iPhones or Any Other Camera Disney Memory Maker Magic Shots So, Is the Disney Memory Maker Worth It? When is Memory Maker Worth It? Are There Ever Discounts on Memory Maker or Ways to Make it More ..read more

New England travel bloggers are a rare breed. We don’t jet of to exotic locations and rhapsodize about far-off places. Instead, we write about a little-known piece of the U.S. that most people don’t really understand. New England States List Connectictut Maine Massachusetts Rhode Island New Hampshire Vermont What state is New England in? It’s one of the most popular Google searches about the region, maybe because it’s such a difficult question to answer.  You see, New England isn’t really a state, but rather a conglomerate of states, including Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshir ..read more