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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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The 10 Easiest Meals while Traveling on the Road!
Are you like my family and love a good road trip? We travel a lot but don’t want to waste that precious travel budget on fast food meals. I’ve come up with 10 (plus a bonus!) favorite go-to meals that can easily be made in a hotel room! 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. Planning Meals While Traveling There are some constants when planning a trip- you need a place to rest your head and you’re going to need to eat! After a while, fast food gets expensive and monotonous…
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Mount Rainier or How to Throw Snowballs in a National Park
Have you ever wanted to have a snowball fight on the side of a mountain? In the middle of Spring? How about seeing wild waterfalls or trees that are neverendingly tall? Mount Rainier National Park is a must-visit stop during your next trip to Washington state! 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! Safe Travels! Mount Rainier National Park What: Mount Rainier is a part of the United States National Parks system. It stretches almost 370 miles in Washington State. The focal point of the park is obviously Mount Rainier. The…
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Ketchikan, Alaska- A Place for Family Fun and Unexpected Adventures
Is your cruise ship docking in Ketchikan, Alaska? Excursions through the cruise line can be so expensive, instead take my self-guided (AND inexpensive!) tour of the port! Read along to see my recommendations for how to spend an afternoon in the rain capital of the United States! Some links on this site 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! King Crab in Ketchikan National Parks System in Ketchikan Getting to Ketchikan by Cruise Ship The port of Ketchikan has 5 cruise ship berths. They are named, Berths 1-4 and the fifth is named…
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The Complete Guide to Outdoor Fun in Schaumburg, Illinois
About an hour outside of the bustling metropolis of Chicago, lies the suburban city of Schaumburg. Home to a huge convention center, but lower hotel prices than in the city, this is an area that sees a lot of travelers for both business and pleasure. Our family had a week long stay during our daughter’s dance competition (read here for our other dance travel to Nashville). We found plenty to do outdoors in Schaumburg during our off time- check out all the city has to offer below! Where is Schaumburg? Schaumburg, Illinois is about 30 miles Northwest from Chicago. The commute into or out of the city will take about…
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The BEST Place to take Kids in Holland, Michigan
The west coast of Michigan is full of wineries, breweries and gardens-not exactly a wonderland for children. Enter Nelis’ Dutch Village in Holland, Michigan! This is part carnival, part playground and partially educational and perfect for the 12 and under set. Holland, Michigan Located on the west coast of the state, between Chicago and Detroit, Holland makes for a beautiful weekend getaway. Famous for its tulip gardens, it also offers several places to learn about the rich Dutch heritage of the city. For more details about the city, the annual Tulip Time festival and more read my post: Tulip Time in Holland, Michigan-A can’t miss Festival. Some links may be…
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