by Brian Wesley | Feb 13, 2016 | Adventure, History, Museum, Tour, Urban Exploration
Everyone knows that Henry Ford was quite the revolutionary. That’s why when I was visiting Detroit, MI and I heard I could tour one of the Ford factories I immediately jumped on that opportunity. The Rouge Complex built around 1920 is 1.5 mile wide and a mile long...
by Brian Wesley | Feb 6, 2016 | Adventure, Beach, Caribbean, Hotel
Nassau Nassau is a gorgeous island with crystal clear turquoise water. However, there are much nicer islands in the Bahamas and nearby Caribbean that call to the Wesley’s. Nassau is a great place to spend a day soaking up the rays, exploring large hotels, or...
by Tammy Wesley | Jan 30, 2016 | Adventure, Chicago, Family Hikes, Food, Hike, Midwest, Urban Exploration
Cloud Gate – The Bean The Bean, as locals call it is fun. Yes, it’s a relatively new landmark (2004-ish). No, visiting The Bean will not be life-changing for most. Is it fun? YOU BET! and should be on everyone’s To Do list when visiting the windy...
by Tammy Wesley | Jan 16, 2016 | Adventure, Chicago, Favorites, Midwest, Tour, Urban Exploration, Video
Willis Tower coins a new meaning to the phrase, “I’m on top of the world.” You really do feel like you’re on top of the world. With nothing but a glass box between you and the ground about 1,350 feet below your feet, it provides a new perspective about the world...
by Brian Wesley | Jan 11, 2016 | Adventure, Chicago, Hotel, Urban Exploration
The Chicago Motor Club was once an office building used to test and rate automobiles for consumers. Like the Consumer Report for AAA. Today the Motor Club has been purchased and transformed ($41 million) by Hampton Inn hotel. They have done a fantastic job restoring...
by Brian Wesley | Jan 9, 2016 | Adventure, Deep South, History, State Park, Urban Exploration
As a kid I remember traveling with Dad through Nashville on the way to a work conference. We drove by Nashville’s Parthenon and I got a glimpse. I had always wanted to return. This summer while driving from Bowling Green, KY to Gatlinburg, TN, we took a...
by Tammy Wesley | Jan 2, 2016 | Adventure, Family Hikes, Hike, National Park, Smoky Mountain National Park
One of my favorite childhood memories is climbing up Clingman’s Dome in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. I thought the swirly sidewalk was so much fun to run up. Going back as an adult was just as much fun! Clingman’s Dome is the highest point in Tennessee....
by Tammy Wesley | Dec 19, 2015 | Adventure, Family Hikes, Hike, Midwest, National Park
Spread across the plains of South Dakota lies a unique gem that is as well known for its fossils as its beauty… the Badlands. I was pleasantly surprised when we visited this summer. The colors and landscape are stunning in areas. And… it’s conveniently...
by Brian Wesley | Dec 12, 2015 | Family Hikes, Hike, State Park
Reading other travel blogs is an important part of my day. Earlier this year I saw an article about the top twentyfive US waterfalls. I was familiar with most but a few caught my eye. I have an online Google map where I mark places I’d like to visit so I...
by Tammy Wesley | Dec 5, 2015 | Food, Midwest, Shopping
One of the greatest highlights of the Midwest is Wall Drug Store found in Wall, South Dakota. It is a fun, kid-friendly one-stop shopping establishment that is the focal point of the town. It’s a great place to take a break, let the kids run around, grab a bite to...
by Brian Wesley | Nov 28, 2015 | Adventure, Chicago, Midwest, Urban Exploration
Buckingham Fountain Buckingham Fountain, one of the largest in the world, was built in the early 1900s and was inspired by the fountains of Versailles. The fountain is said to represent Lake Michigan itself and the states that surround it. Every hour the fountain...
by Tammy Wesley | Nov 21, 2015 | Chicago, Food, Urban Exploration
Chicago is famous for a lot of things, but our top favorite has to be Chicago-style deep dish pizza! In our opinion, you can’t find any better family pizza than Giordanos Pizza. It just doesn’t exist!!!! Sure there are more authentic Chicago Pizza joints,...
by Brian Wesley | Nov 20, 2015 | Favorites, History, Museum, National Park, Philadelphia, Urban Exploration
When in Philadelphia you’ve got to stop by and see the Liberty Bell located at The Liberty Bell Center. You’ll probably only spend an hour or less here but it’s centrally located and it’s easy to park here and venture out to other places like...
by Tammy Wesley | Nov 20, 2015 | Adventure, Food, History, Shopping, Utah, Video
Looking for something fun to do with kids? Historic Gardner Village is a must see- especially around Halloween and Christmas. From witches and pumpkins to elves and Christmas trees, this historic hub is entertaining for young and old. I mentioned Halloween as the...
