My running buddy who also happens to be one of Gus’ teachers (and is equally patient with us both) invited me to accompany her on her morning run today. “Meet me at the Big A,” Sandy said. “I’ve been wanting to run behind there but don’t want to go by myself.” Cool. It’s always best …
Fall has arrived in the Smoky Mountains and Dollywood is celebrating through the end of October with their annual Harvest Festival. My friend Leslie and I got to experience everything Dollywood’s Harvest Festival has to offer from the food, music, and crafts to Great Pumpkin Luminights. Here’s what to expect on your trip to Dollywood …
We’ve made so many fantastic family memories at Great Wolf Lodge, Lagrange. On this trip, we made even more plus added some cousins into the fun! Great Wolf Lodge is the perfect place for multi-generation vacations and family travel. We’re glad our kids made memories with their cousins that will last through adulthood. The first …
My dad and I both love to SCUBA dive (it must be genetic.). Thanks to Panama City Dive Center and Jarrod from Manticore Diving, we were able to get our NAUI Advanced Scuba Diver certification together which was really special. SCUBA diving Panama City Beach is a lot of fun and suitable for divers will …
Confession: I had not visited the capital of my own state since a 5th-grade field trip to the capitol building. Do you think Montgomery has changed just a little in all those years? The city of Montgomery has certainly undergone a revitalization including its foodie scene and civil rights history. Let’s take a look at …
Halloween Horror Nights began at Universal Studios under the name of “Fright Nights.” Ever since then, Halloween Horror Nights has drawn visitors from all over the world for its chills and thrills. Walk with me on the streets of Universal Studios Horror Nights 2018. Videography is not allowed in the haunted houses, unfortunately, and …
This month I got to cross something major off my bucket list: getting my PADI Open Water Diver Certification! I’ve been as obnoxious about my Gulf Shores scuba diving education as a teenager with a driver’s permit. I make no apologies. Gulf Shores and obtain many of your PADI certifications while you’re there. Perfect for …
If you’re looking for affordable places to stay in Gulf Shores, there are a few factors to consider. Find out where to stay in Gulf Shores on a budget based on our most recent visit. Check out the Oz Duplex by GulfSands Rentals if you’re looking for affordable places to stay in Gulf Shores. Here’s …
Over the years we’ve gotten to experience some of the best places to eat in Gulf Shores. We’ve even visited a couple of the best restaurants Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have to offer twice during one trip. Whether we loved the food, location, atmosphere or all three, we recommend you check out these Gulf Shores …
Last weekend our whole family was able to unplug and unwind with some Smith Lake fishing and camping. Part of the Alabama Bass Trail, Smith Lake has over 500 miles of shoreline and covers 21,000 acres! That’s a lot of lake. We chose to stay at Smith Lake Park cabins due to their proximity to …