Culture & History Travel Guides in the USA, Europe, & Beyond
Since moving back to the US from Europe, I’ve been obsessed with visiting small towns, both those in Oklahoma and those a little further afield. Basically, if a small town is cute and less than four hours from OKC, I want to see it in person. These adorable smalls towns in Missouri are the stuff … Read more
I have spent almost my whole life in Missouri, yet it’s only recently that I’ve had the time to properly examine and appreciate the beauty of the national parks in Missouri and other local travel destinations that I have taken for granted. I think this is a common experience people are having this year now … Read more
Is there anything better than a weekend spent at a lake? They’re the perfect place to relax, swim, fish, canoe, kayak, or whatever else your heart desires. There are so many fabulous lakes in Missouri for you to choose from, spread out across the state. But these are my favorite Missouri lakes to help you … Read more
Looking for beautiful Route 66 quotes for social media or a Route 66 Instagram caption? Here are my faves!
Glade Top Trail Scenic Drive This 23-mile drive passes through Mark Twain National Forest, making it the state’s only National Forest Scenic Byway. Glade Top Trail is an adventurous byway with multiple pull-outs where you can see jaw-dropping views of the surrounding countryside. The serene environment and unhurried pace at this byway make it a perfect … Read more
Mina Sauk Falls This beautiful waterfall is located at Taum Sauk Mountain State Park around Ironton, Missouri. It is one of the highest waterfalls in Missouri. The mountain area surrounding this waterfall is also the highest point in Missouri. There is a trail that leads to the waterfall, which is about 3 miles from the … Read more
Too often, Missouri and other midwestern states get attributed the misnomer “flyover states,” but there is actually so much to do in Missouri with kids! You would think that living and teaching in South Korea would mean that I wouldn’t have much to say about Missouri, but I love the state! Before moving across the … Read more
Like every other place, I guess, Kansas City was quite a different city when I was a youngster there. They had quite a few clubs, and we had what we used to call jam sessions every night. -Ben Webster The E Street band casts a pretty wide net. Our influences go all the way back … Read more
I love seeing castles! I have spent time abroad exploring some of the most beautiful castles in the world and I can attest, seeing castles in Missouri can be just as exciting as seeing them in Europe! You just have to know where to look. Here are the best Missouri castles which you can find all over … Read more
Whenever I think about a beach trip, I usually think about an escape to the Gulf Coast of Texas. But did you know there are actually some great sandy beaches in Missouri you can enjoy that are so much closer to home? Yes, these are Missouri lake beaches, but what’s more Americana than a lake … Read more