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Homecomin’- A Top Restaurant in Disney Springs
Dining at the Walt Disney World Resort is a spoil of riches. There are so many restaurants that even with eating three meals a day, it would take you over 19 weeks to eat at all of the locations! With so many choices, how do you know where to spend your Disney dollars? Let me offer you some advice: Start at Homecomin’ by Chef Art Smith in Disney Springs and you won’t be disappointed! Homecomin’ By Chef Art Smith If the name Art Smith sounds familiar to you, you may have grown up watching Oprah on TV like I did. He was Oprah’s personal chef for 10 years and was…
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The Mammoth Site-Digging for Dinosaurs in South Dakota
Calling all aspiring paleontologists! Did you know there is an active dig site you can visit in South Dakota? The Mammoth Site allows visitors to observe actual paleontologists at work. If you’re lucky, you may be able to join a dig too. Read on to find out all of the info on this amazing place. The Mammoth Site The Mammoth Site was discovered in 1974 in Hot Springs, South Dakota, while the ground was being leveled. Contractors were clearing ground for a housing development and instead came upon a 7 foot long tusk! After a summer of more and more mammoth discoveries, the land owner donated the 14 acres and…
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Discover the Magic of Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch on Route 66
Located directly off Route 66 in the desert of California is the definition of, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch is a collection of glass bottles turned art and the perfect place to stretch your legs along the Mother Road. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support and Safe Travels! Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch As I said above, the Bottle Tree Ranch is a collection of glass bottles. What started as a hobby for Elmer Long became this display of creativity. The…
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Duck Boats and Big Foot in the Wisconsin Dells
If you’re visiting the Wisconsin Dells, you absolutely must take a Duck Boat ride! While many tourist areas offer duck boats, the Dells is the perfect place to take this type of tour. Read all about our ride as well as the rest of our day in Wisconsin. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support and Safe Travels! What are the Wisconsin Dells? The Dells are both a gorgeous rock formation and a city in Wisconsin dubbed, “The Water Park Capital of the World”. When driving down…
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Taste the Magic at Pops 66 Soda Ranch
Visible from Route 66, just outside Oklahoma City, you will see a soda bottle that towers 66 feet high. This is Pops 66 Soda Ranch, the perfect stop on your journey along the Mother Road. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support and safe travels! What is Pops 66 Soda Ranch? Even if you’re only driving along Route 66 for a little while, you are sure to see some interesting roadside attractions. Located in the tiny town of Arcadia, Oklahoma, about 22 miles north of Oklahoma City,…
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How to see Mendenhall Glacier and Nugget Falls
When visiting Juneau, Alaska, Mendenhall Glacier is a natural wonder that you must see! Get all of your questions answered in my travel guide below. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support and safe travels! Where are Mendenhall Glacier and Nugget Falls Located? These two remarkable landform are located in the Tongass National Forest in Juneau, Alaska. The capital of Alaska, Juneau is only accessible by boat or plane. Most tourists arrive to the city via cruise ship. From the cruise port, the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor…
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Volcano Hiking in Grants, New Mexico
My kids keep telling everyone they hiked in a volcano…and no one believes them, but it’s absolutely true! Bandera Volcano and Ice Caves in Grants, New Mexico is a must-see destination. Located near Route-66 and the Continental Divide Trail, it is a fantastic natural attraction. Grants, New Mexico Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small commission at NO extra cost to you! Thank you for your support and Safe Travels! Grants, New Mexico is a stop on the infamous Route 66. My family bravely adventured the entire Route during the heat of July. Along the way, we made…
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Liberty Tree Tavern Review: A Delicious Colonial Feast in the Heart of Disney
Step back into America’s colonial history for a family style feast at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! Liberty Tree Tavern serves up a Thanksgiving style meal in the middle of a theme park. Read on for details and photos. Liberty Tree Tavern Liberty Tree Tavern is a sit-down restaurant in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. It is located in Liberty Square near Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe. Menu When booking this restaurant, be sure to check out the menu first! The only choice you have is between the regular family style meal and the plant based option. Each table is served the following: Regular Lunch and Dinner Feast: Some links may…
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Ultimate Guide To Icy Strait Point: What To Do In Port
Is Icy Strait Point one of your cruise ports? This is little slice of Alaska is actually in the city of Hoonah. I highly recommend doing some research for this port day and splurging on an excursion! Read on to find out why. Icy Strait Point, Alaska Located just southwest of Juneau, Icy Strait Point is situated in the town of Hoonah, Alaska. You may see both of these names used interchangeably on cruise itineraries. Just like Juneau, the town is not accessible by car, making it all the more interesting place to visit! For more details about Hoonah, check out this post on roadtravelamerica.com. Some links may be affiliate…
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Seattle: What to Know and Where to Go
Looking to spend a day in Seattle before or after your Alaskan cruise? Read ahead and learn how to tackle the SEA-TAC airport, find a good meal and navigate the Emerald City of the west with my family. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Getting to Seattle You can arrive to the city of Seattle by almost every form of transportation out there! The SEA-TAC (Seattle Tacoma) Airport is even a stop on the city’s Light Rail line. SEATAC Airport I’ve been to a lot of major airports in my…
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