Tubing down the Chattahoochee River in Atlanta has long been a favorite summer pastime. From 1969 to 1980, the Ramblin’ Raft Race was a wild party on the water with makeshift floats and over 300,000 attendees. In 1978, the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area was created by President Carter to preserve the ecosystem. The National […]
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Kansas City, located on the western border of Missouri, is known for its vibrant heritage, including its commitment to jazz music and delicious barbeque. Home of the 2020 Super Bowl champions, Kansas City also has a history of sports success. If you’re planning an extended visit to Kansas City or simply passing through, you’ll want to take some time to research all the sights, tastes, and experiences the city has to offer. Culture and History While in Kansas City, you can experience not only the rich local history…
Days after reopening two theme parks amid a spike in coronavirus cases in Florida, Walt Disney World on Wednesday welcomed back visitors to two more theme parks that had been shuttered since March because of the new coronavirus.The Florida theme park resort reopened Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood…
Walt Disney World’s Epcot and Hollywood Studios welcomed back visitors on Wednesday, completing a rolling opening of Disney World’s theme parks that started last weekend with Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom. The parks were the last of Orlando’s major theme parks to reopen. Universal Orlando and SeaWorld Orlando opened their doors last month.
It’s kid heaven for the rest of the year at The Henry Ford, no matter your age, with the Midwest premiere of “Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes,” a kaleidoscopic history of 80 years of Marvel comics and their multi-million-dollar movie spinoffs. The traveling exhibition comprises 300 artifacts, including props, early sketches and the first-ever Marvel comic book.
Traveling never sounds boring because who does not like discovering new horizons of the world? Even the thought of traveling to a new country or city gets people excited. You experience breath-taking locations, crystal clear beaches, thrilling adventures, and much more. At the same time, picking a travel destination is never easy, especially when traveling with your family and kids. You have to choose a place where everyone can enjoy, which means recreational activities for kids and beautiful tourist attractions for you. It will be an incredible time…
Tourism in Memphis is slowly starting to increase after taking a big hit during the spring, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “We just thought we were going to have the year of years, and then [COVID-19] hit,” said Kevin Kane, president of Memphis Tourism. In January, Memphis was off to a great start and the city was coming off a record breaking year in tourism. Things came to a halt in March and April because of the pandemic, but Memphis Tourism President Kevin Kane said they began to see a positive change in May — when attractions began opening again.
How does peach cobbler fresh out of the oven topped with vanilla ice cream sound? Here’s the recipe for how to make old fashioned Peach Cobbler at home! Growing up, my family always had peach cobbler at gatherings. Because I love baking and I helped my grandma and parents make cobbler, I memorized the family recipe, which my grandma learned from her grandmother, when I was pretty young. The perfect way to eat any cobbler is fresh out of the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge (for about 3 days at most) or in the freezer (for about two months), and all you have to do is reheat it to enjoy it again!
Beaufort, South Carolina is a charming, historical Southern town on the Intracoastal waterway. It’s surrounded by beaches (without crowds) delicious seafood and history. In this episode, we share our quick family getaway to Beaufort, a charming historical town in South Carolina. We’re back traveling – mostly exploring the East Coast – and visiting those lessor known destinations. We want you to still have those travel experiences you are thirsting for – especially during these challenging times when you need a break! Beaufort, South Carolina will give you that relaxing break you need, away from the hordes of people, and out with fresh, salty breezes
Road tripping through Oregon? From Portland to Bend, here’s the ultimate itinerary for all the gorgeous green hikes and waterfalls. I visited Oregon as part of a one-month road trip in the western United States. I was mesmerized by the scenery in the western portion of Oregon: luscious trees climbing towards the sky, bright green moss enveloping forests, and towering waterfalls enticing visitors to marvel in their power. While most people will venture to the beautiful Crater Lake National Park and the popular waterfalls just outside of Portland, there is so much more to see and do if you’re willing to venture out just a bit further. You’ll be rewarded with a great workout, fewer crowds, and unbelievably beautiful views