The Importance of Perseverance – Gordon Parks
We never cease to be amazed at the history we find in each city we visit. It's true that every place is filled with its own set of stories, and it is up to the visitor to seek them out. [...]
April 2019
Historic Parkville Dining – Riverpark Pub & Eatery
How many of you like to immerse yourselves in the local history? What if you have the chance to do that while enjoying a tasty meal or beverage? The Kansas City metro is made up of a variety of smaller [...]
Spirit of New Orleans
Let's be honest, there are good and bad things that come with being travel bloggers. One of the best things is the opportunity to experience so many amazing cities throughout North America. While we will usually only stay for two [...]
ABC’s Of The French Quarter
It bears repeating that New Orleans is unlike any other city in the world. One of the biggest draws in The Big Easy is the French Quarter. In comprises just 78 square blocks, but in this small space are untold [...]
The Cost Of Peace – The National World War II Museum
World War II was fought on such an epic scale that it is hard to imagine a museum being capable of reflecting its magnitude. When we discovered that The National World War II Museum was located in New Orleans, we [...]
March 2019
Food Envie In The French Quarter
New Orleans is a city that can easily drive a visitor to overindulge. While you may have just conjured up images of partying on Bourbon Street, we are actually referring to all of the amazing dining options. With an almost [...]
Greatest Free Show On Earth – New Orleans Mardi Gras
There are a variety of destinations that celebrate Carnival every year. Each has its own flavor, but New Orleans is the location that comes to mind when you hear the term Mardi Gras. Made up of about 16 days of [...]
The Resilience Of New Orleans – The Presbytere Museum
There are moments in time that capture the attention of an entire nation, and even the world. When Hurricane Katrina assaulted the gulf coast, many of us were glued to the news as the tragedy unfolded. The devastation it brought [...]
4 Fun Stops In Leavenworth, Kansas
Winter is one of our least favorite seasons. Sure the snow looks beautiful when it is newly fallen, but even that can become tedious with time. There comes a point that we just need to get out of town, even [...]
5 Blocks Of Fun At The New Orleans French Market
It's hard to imagine that a market place has existed in New Orleans since 15 years after America claimed its independence. Ever since 1791, some form of market has resided just off the banks of the Mississippi River. It seems [...]