(PEORIA HEIGHTS, Ill.) — One of my go-to places on a weekend or when I have friends in town is Peoria Heights. Specifically, Heritage Square! In this area, you have any kind of food and drink option you’d need; plus it’s walkable! One of the newer tenants of Heritage Square is Water’s Edge Winery &Continue reading “Illinois Wine Tour: Water’s Edge Winery & Bistro”
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Illinois Wine Tour: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard
(MACKINAW, Ill.) — Surrounded by scenic central Illinois countryside sits the beautiful Mackinaw Valley Vineyard. The vineyards were planted in 1997 and the Hahn family opened the winery in 2003. Mackinaw Valley Vineyard is well-known across central Illinois for anything from good wine, hosting live music and weddings, to stunning views. The winery has aContinue reading “Illinois Wine Tour: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard”
Central Illinois BBQ Rib Report: Dac’s Smokehouse!
(MORTON, Ill.) — On the search for amazing BBQ ribs across Central Illinois, there are a few key things I’m really looking for. Meatiness, seasoning, and sauce (which all tie into flavor). My 2nd Rib Report at Dac’s Smokehouse in Morton, Illinois nailed all of these aspects. But before we get to the main dish,Continue reading “Central Illinois BBQ Rib Report: Dac’s Smokehouse!”
Biggest recent home sales on Hilton Head Island
(HILTON HEAD ISLAND , SC) — While Hilton Head Island was only first incorporated as a town in 1983, it has clearly become a must-see destination for tourists around the world. It was first sighted 350 years ago by William Hilton, an English explorer. “Over the centuries, Hilton Head Island’s natural beauty, spectacular seascapes, exceptionalContinue reading “Biggest recent home sales on Hilton Head Island”
Central Illinois BBQ Rib Report: Brickhouse BBQ, Burgers & Brews!
(WASHINGTON, Ill.) — At any barbecue restaurant, I go straight to my tried & true barbecue ribs. I don’t have an exact number of the amount of ribs I’ve eaten over the years, but I’d imagine it’s inching near 1,000 at this point! So I’m setting out on the Central Illinois Rib Report! Let’s startContinue reading “Central Illinois BBQ Rib Report: Brickhouse BBQ, Burgers & Brews!”
Explore Holland, Michigan: The perfect family vacation
One of my favorite getaways is Western Michigan. My family has history in the State, dating back to when my great-grandparents lived in Traverse City. Now, we’ve made our own memories all across Pure Michigan. Recently, my wife and I took a babymoon to Holland. This is the perfect spot for a 4-7 day vacation.Continue reading “Explore Holland, Michigan: The perfect family vacation”
The tequila-infused seltzer ready to transport you to the beach
Spring’s here, folks. And that means it’s time to figure out what drinks we’ll be indulging in this summer. I’ve dabbled in the seltzer world a bit. Some are very weak and have no flavor. Others hit the spot on a hot summer day. So here’s one to add to your repertoire. “Mexi.” It’s aContinue reading “The tequila-infused seltzer ready to transport you to the beach”
Beloved Playa Mujeres: Paradise is waiting
My new favorite trip of all time came in the form of my honeymoon. Not only was it a joyful occasion getting to celebrate my wife and I’s marriage, but we sure got spoiled in Cancun, Mexico at the Beloved Playa Mujeres. Beloved is part of the Excellence Collection, which has resorts all over MexicoContinue reading “Beloved Playa Mujeres: Paradise is waiting”
Visit the beautiful, quiet town of Cuchara, Colorado
Nestled in one of the southernmost counties of Colorado lays the town of Cuchara. With just a few hundred people who actually live there, the town thrives off tourism and the beautiful nature all around it. My family has come to Cuchara for generations. My father tells me stories about when his parents would takeContinue reading “Visit the beautiful, quiet town of Cuchara, Colorado”
The magic of Estes Park, why you need to travel here
It’s one of those “get to know you” questions. “Beaches or mountains?” My answer is “both.” While I love the beaches of Florida and South Carolina, that’s nothing like being in the mountains of Colorado. Specifically, Estes Park. As a kid, my family and I traveled to Estes Park fairly often. We’d all pack upContinue reading “The magic of Estes Park, why you need to travel here”
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