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The Von Trapp Family Lodge – A Touch of the Alps in Stowe, VT

Kenin Bassart — Wed, 19 Aug 2015 18:57:00 +0000

From the moment we pulled onto the entrance for the Trapp Familly Lodge, I knew that Lauren and I were in for a truly special getaway. Even though we were surrounded by the rolling hills and luscious landscapes of Vermont for the entire drive up from New Hampshire, there was something more than the surrounding […]

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Escaping to the Pet Friendly Hilton in Burlington Vermont

Lauren Bassart — Wed, 15 Jul 2015 15:23:43 +0000

Burlington, Vermont is the perfect place for a romantic weekend getaway. The town is adorable and full of quaint shops and restaurants. We usually take our dog Zoe with us when we travel, even on romantic getaways. The Hilton Hotel in Burlington, VT was the perfect place for our little escape. They are conveniently located […]

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What’s So Hot About Hell’s Kitchen in Minneapolis?

Kenin Bassart — Tue, 31 Mar 2015 16:47:57 +0000

From the moment we started looking into the best places to eat in Minneapolis, one name started coming up over and over again: Hell’s Kitchen. Located in the basement level of a skyscraper (where else would Hell be? ) in downtown Minneapolis, this restaurant has been a local staple of the Twin Cities’ food scene […]

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Riding the Log Train with the Cass Scenic Railroad in West Virginia

Kenin Bassart — Thu, 05 Feb 2015 18:29:48 +0000

As I stood staring out into the woods that were rapidly passing by, I was hypnotized by the steady and rhythmic sound of the steam engine and the wheels chugging along on the steel tracks below. For a few moments I was transported, not back in time, but instead to a place that was timeless. A place […]

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Buzzing through the Bayou with Pearl River Eco Tours

Kenin Bassart — Mon, 17 Nov 2014 14:07:26 +0000

Pear River Eco Tours in Slidell, LA takes you buzzing through the bayou as you search the waters of the Honey Island Swamp for wildlife. It’s a must-do adventure for any animal lover, or for any first timer in the swampy South. We took our Pearl River Eco Tour while we were road tripping the […]

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City Pork Baton Rouge, LA – Charcuterie for the Rest of Us

Kenin Bassart — Tue, 11 Nov 2014 10:39:40 +0000

What happens when you combine a love of smoked meats and old world delis? You get City Pork in Baton Rouge, LA. If you love pork, or eating, as much as I do, you’d better find a way to make it here quick! We stumbled into City Pork in Baton Rouge while on our Louisiana […]

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Oak and Vine at Springside in Auburn NY – Fine Dining with Casual Flair

Lauren Bassart — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 15:16:55 +0000

The Oak and Vine Restaurant at Springside in Auburn, NY is a must-visit if you are in this area of the Finger Lakes. Stepping into the adorable restaurant was the best way to unplug from a day of long travels. The grounds were beautiful and lush and the dining area was cozy and inviting, but […]

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Taking a Tour of the Houmas House Plantation and Gardens

Lauren Bassart — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 20:28:20 +0000

Tucked away in the little town of Darrow, Louisiana is a gem of a place called The Houmas House Plantation and Gardens. Known as the “crown jewel of Louisiana’s river road” it is a property that is steeped in historical significance, and has ben restored to reflect the splendor that Southern Plantation homes have long […]

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The Weird and Wonderful Abita Mystery House

Kenin Bassart — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 15:07:08 +0000

Weird. Wacky. Eccentric. Wonderful. Junky. All of these words have been used to describe the Abita Mystery House (aka the UCM Museum) in the Louisiana North Shore community of Abita Springs. After spending some time there I can assure you that all of them are 100% accurate. Prior to our arrival in the area we […]

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Touring Ft. George Island with a Modern Segway Twist

Kenin Bassart — Fri, 22 Aug 2014 15:32:30 +0000

When most people think of Florida images of art deco and scantily clad women run through their head. The truth though, is that this isn’t really representative of Florida at all. There’s a whole other part of Florida that’s still made up of pristine coastline and natural beauty. Fort George Island off the coast of […]

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