If you’re spending too much time on your phone, here are some great travel tips captured by Johnny Welsh in his book, Paper Maps, No Apps.
2019 reading challenge book reviews
If you’re looking for a good read or a new book club selection, check out my favorite books from 2019.
2019 reading challenge: 4* for The Legacy Letters
If you’re a fan of Mitch Albom, you will love reading The Legacy Letters by Carew Papritz. A small book of big moments, life lessons and regrets-to-be.
Things to do in Rochester, Minn. – Tour the historical Mayowood Mansion
If you’re a fan of historic homes, make sure to put the beautiful Mayowood Mansion on your list. The former home of Dr. Charles H. and Edith Mayo (Mayo Clinic) is one of the best things to do in Rochester, Minn.
Nearly half of airline loyalty program members don’t know how to redeem rewards
Are you confused by your airline loyalty program? You’re not alone and here’s why according to the latest J.D. Power study.
Where to eat in Rochester, Minnesota: Chester’s Kitchen & Bar
My quest for the best mac and cheese continues. And I found another top contender at Chester’s Kitchen & Bar in Rochester, Minnesota – only 90 minutes from the Twin Cities.
Family-friendly Halloween: MN Zoo Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular
Updated for 2023 season: One of the top family-friendly things to do in the Twin Cities during Halloween is back for another season: Minnesota Zoo Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular. The pumpkin trail takes you through a mesmerizing path of more than 5,000 pumpkin carvings.
Historical things to do in Rochester, Minn. – step back to the 1800s
My staycation series continues with a visit to southeast Minnesota – Rochester, the home of the Mayo Clinic and more. Take a virtual tour back to the 1800s to experience a farmstead, one-room schoolhouse, log cabin and more cool history.
Updated 10.12.21
Guide to Our Lady of Almudena Cemetery in Madrid, Spain
Take a tour of Madrid’s beautiful outdoor art gallery of statues, monuments, buildings. Our Lady of Almudena Cemetery is the final resting place for 5 million and one of the largest cemeteries in western Europe.
Competition results in record-breaking North American rental car satisfaction according to J.D. Power
Hertz edges out Enterprise in latest J.D. Power rental car satisfaction study. A smooth pick-up process is the key differentiator.
