The week of Thanksgiving often brings in thoughts of great food, pumpkin pie, football and no school. We get excited about spending time with family and friends. Another tradition for some is a yearly run; yes, I said run. Avid running enthusiasts love to sign up for...
In today’s age of electronics, air conditioning, on-demand television shows, and an aversion to sweat and bugs, how do you get the family excited about outdoor activities? How about some fun, yet simple, kayaking trips? Kayaking is one of the best ways to get...
Banner photo cred: 828Vibes DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE BUDGET-FRIENDLY FAMILY TRAVEL GUIDE Four years ago, someone suggested that Lee try the Sunrise Grill in Boone, NC. However, due to its popularity and an over-an-hour wait, he had to eat elsewhere and didn’t get the...
Banner photo cred: Coyote Kitchen Website DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE BUDGET-FRIENDLY FAMILY TRAVEL GUIDE On our second night camping, instead of cooking over the fire, we chose to eat in downtown Boone. I checked the menus and customer reviews of many local-sounding...
DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE BUDGET-FRIENDLY FAMILY TRAVEL GUIDE Grandfather Mountain is one of the most popular places in western North Carolina. Pioneers named it Grandfather Mountain because of the face they saw outlined in one of the cliffs. However, according to...