The 25 foot tall Kissing Statue in front of the USS Midway in San Diego

America’s Best Places To Visit On Veterans Day 2022

Because Veterans Day, 2022 falls on a Friday, it’s likely that many people will take a vacation over the three-day weekend. Yet for many others, it’s a time to make plans to honor America’s military veterans. In this case, you have several places to consider visiting all across the country. For a few ideas, here … Continue reading America’s Best Places To Visit On Veterans Day 2022

Main entrance to the Witch Dungeon Museum on the grounds of the original Salem jail

What To See In Salem, Massachusetts For Halloween

October is always a special month in the historic city of Salem, Massachusetts. After all, the city is synonymous with Halloween, witchcraft and haunted houses.  However, this year is extra special and not just because you don't have to social distance. Indeed, it's the 40th anniversary of Salem Haunting Happenings, a monthlong event with special … Continue reading What To See In Salem, Massachusetts For Halloween

This Tiffany glass dome is said to be the world's largest of its kind on a Chicago guided tour

My Favorite Guided Tours of Chicago

One of the best ways to see the best of what Chicago has to offer is on a guided tour. This is especially true if you’re a first-time visitor looking for ideas on top things to do. Yet by the same token, these public tours can be quite informative for repeat visitors like me. In … Continue reading My Favorite Guided Tours of Chicago