Located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, it’s more than a road trip stop. It’s the most visited National Memorial outside of Washington, DC. Mount Rushmore offers day and night activities along with dining. Here’s what you need to…
One of the top destinations in the U.S. for families is the Black Hills of South Dakota. It offers a week of fun, and it’s a budget friendly getaway too. Find five National Park sites within an hour’s drive that…
The Black Hills of South Dakota offers two caves within 31 miles of each other, centered around the town of Custer. Cave tours are ideal for school-age kids who can explore without much assistance. Caves offer a peek into an underground…
Learn about the U.S. Cold War with USSR in a former missile launch facility, minutes east of Badlands National Park in South Dakota. See a deactivated Minuteman Missile still housed in its silo along the option to visit an unground…
Head to Oklahoma City in Central Oklahoma for a weekend getaway with a focus on sports and outdoors along with the arts scene in OKC. See a ball game. Tour a Cowboy Museum. Reflect at the Memorial. Eat beef…
Isn’t 2020 scary enough? Here’s a way to make it scarier–Haunted Cave Tours. Find tours on boats, led by lantern light and even costumed guides to add a little terror to your Halloween Season. Or take the kids on a…
Located 70 miles from Rapid City, Badlands National Parks is another must for your South Dakota vacation. Boasting buttes, pinnacles and spires, the striated rock formations feature fossils along with wildlife. To make the most of your time in Badlands,…
A movie made me do it. Back in 1977, Steven Spielberg’s movie Close Encounters of the Third Kind introduced a generation of kids to Devils Tower, including me. Since then, I vowed to see the eery stone tower in person. About…
A good road trip stop can be a must for a destination. With a blend of timeless appeal paired with good food, few road trip attractions can beat a drug store in South Dakota. Seriously, Wall Drug tops my list…
The Midwest is big and if you’re crossing it, road trip stops are a must. Since the 80s, visiting Dodge City in Kansas sat on my bucket list, especially after watching National Lampoon’s Vacation, with Chevy Chase and Beverly D’Angelo. Here’s…
Located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, Custer State Park feels like a national park with its top wildlife viewing, recreation opportunities and facilities. On my first visit, I completely underestimated the appeal of Custer. Then drove away wanting…
Head to OKC for family fun with several musts for your trip. Learn about the Oklahoma City bombing back in 1995. Then see if the cowboy life is for you. Take a walking tour of the revitalized downtown. Got them…