by Brian Wesley | Jun 11, 2016 | Adventure, Great Smoky Mountains, Shopping, Smoky Mountain National Park, Urban Exploration
Growing up, Brian and I had the opportunity to go to Gatlinburg occasionally and it was always a treat to walk in downtown Gatlinburg. Since then, the kids have had the opportunity to make their own memories walking the streets of downtown. Strolling through The... by Tammy Wesley | May 28, 2016 | Adventure, Miami and Keys, Tour, Urban Exploration
If you’re in the Miami area and looking for something to do, book a tour to go through Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. Our kids were so impressed and loved it so much that they still talk about earning enough money to one day buy Vizcaya! 😉 It’s truly a historic... by Brian Wesley | May 14, 2016 | Adventure, Favorites, Gallery, Tour, Urban Exploration
Like big homes? Touring mansions? Then Ashville, North Carolina has something for you to see. Built at the end of the 19th century (completed in 1896), the Biltmore estate is the largest privately owned home in the United States. This place is huge…. And by huge I... by Brian Wesley | Apr 30, 2016 | Adventure, Chicago, Family Hikes, Hike, History, Midwest, Museum, Science Museum, Urban Exploration, Video
Originally built over 120 years ago to house fine art for the World’s Fair; the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry is our top pick for Chicago! Sure, it’s important to see the Bean (Cloud Gate), Willis Tower (aka Sears Tower), and get a slice of pizza. However,... by Tammy Wesley | Apr 4, 2016 | Chicago, Hotel, Urban Exploration
The Congress Plaza hotel is very popular for conventions and history buffs. It was built in 1893 to show that Chicago couldn’t be beat down by the 1871 fire. This large hotel has some fantastic views of the lake and the park. It was one of the only hotels I could... by Brian Wesley | Mar 19, 2016 | Adventure, Deep South, State Park, Tour, Urban Exploration
We live in a world where everyone fights for their voice to be heard. Some have to fight harder than others. I’m proud to live in a world where people like Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks (just two among many) stood up for what they believed. As we’ve said... by Tammy Wesley | Mar 14, 2016 | Birthday Parties, Favorites, Urban Exploration, Utah
Looking for a place to entertain the kiddos? The wAIRhouse Trampoline Park is one of our kids’ most favorite places to play. There are numerous trampolines and under one roof to entertain kids and adults alike. The wAIRhouse Trampoline Park is located in Salt Lake... by Brian Wesley | Mar 5, 2016 | Adventure, History, Tour, Urban Exploration
Bowling Green Kentucky has been the home of the Corvette since the early 1980’s. The intimate Corvette Factory Tour takes you out onto the factory floor inches from the assembly line to see almost every aspect of the build. The first step, have a reservation. ... 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 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 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...