When my family and I visited Springfield, MO last month, our main reason for visiting was to check out the Wonders of Wildlife Museum and Bass Pro Shop. My family and I are huge outdoors fans, so being able to visit here and check it out was a dream come true for us. ...
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Pet-Friendly Things to Do in Springfield MO
Visiting Springfield, MO? Check out all these pet-friendly activities that you can do with your pet in Springfield, MO. Don't miss my favorite pet-friendly hotel as well! If you are visiting Springfield, MO anytime soon with your sweet fur baby, I found a TON of fun activities you can do with your pet while visiting. Tucker had an amazing time on his first visit to this bustling city. ...
5 Best Summertime Destinations in the U.S.
You don’t have to travel far to experience something new. The United States is home to some of the coolest, stunning sights and activities if you just keep an open mind. In the summertime, you might find yourself wanting to both kick back and relax and explore the world beyond your backyard. ...
Hattie B’s in Nashville Is Throwing Down On Your Favorite Hot Chicken!
Hattie B's in Nashville is the original hot chicken shack! If you've heard the hype, believe it -- and I am here to tell you why. One of my all-time favorite things to do is to seek out iconic restaurants and sample the food. One day while in Nashville, my best friend, my daughter, and I decided to look for somewhere to eat after shopping. It was then that I remembered Hattie B's was close ...
Best Restaurants in Georgetown KY You Must Try
Visiting Georgetown Ky soon? Check out the best places to eat when you visit Georgetown, KY. There are so many amazing restaurants to choose from! One thing about small towns that you can pretty much count on -- especially if they are college towns is that they are going to have exceptional food. During my trip to Georgetown, KY last year I was able to try some of that food. Let me ...
Best Places to Eat When You Visit Gulf Shores and Orange Beach
This post was originally published in 2016. I have recently updated it with more suggestions from the locals in Gulf Shores as well as my own favorites when we first visited. If you are looking for somewhere to visit this summer, let me tell you about one of my favorite places in the world to visit -- Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. It has been our vacation spot for the last two years ...
The Hughes Music Show in Branson is a Must See Show for Everyone!
I was invited to a media event as part of #BloggingBranson sponsored by Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Center. My admission to the Hughes Music Show was compensated in exchange for this review. All opinions are 100% my own. When I tell you that I am a lover of all things musical, I mean it. On my most recent trip to Branson, Missouri, I had the pleasure of attending a very down to ...
Top 5 Attractions To See In Florida
These top 5 attractions to see in Florida will have you creating a bucket list sooner than you think! If you are looking to head to Florida anytime soon, here are 5 places to see in Florida that you do not want to miss. #5 is definitely on my radar this year! I travel a lot and have a lot of places in my mind that I want to visit in my life. Life is short, and if you have the opportunity ...
Fall Creek Steak and Catfish House -Home of the Singing Tossed Rolls
I was invited to a media event as part of #BloggingBranson sponsored by Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Center. My lunch at the Fall Creek Steak and Catfish House was compensated. All opinions are 100% my own. If you love nostalgia, good food, and trying to catch a tossed roll, then you are in for a treat when you visit Fall Creek Steak and Catfish House. ...
University Plaza Hotel is the Perfect Place to Stay in Springfield
I received a complimentary stay at the University Plaza Hotel during my visit to Springfield, MO. All opinions listed are 100% my own. After our week-long trip in Branson, Missouri, Stephen and I decided to head to Springfield to check out the Wonders of Wildlife Museum. Springfield is only 45 minutes down the road, so we packed up our things, got a room at the University Plaza Hotel and ...
Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Center is the Perfect Budget-Friendly Hotel for Your Branson Vacation
I was invited to a media event as part of #BloggingBranson sponsored by Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Center. My stay at the hotel was provided at no cost to me. All thoughts, opinions, and ideas are my own! If you are planning a trip to Branson, Missouri anytime soon and are looking for the perfect budget-friendly hotel to stay in, let me tell you all about my favorite ...
Titanic Museum in Branson is a Must-See Attraction
I was invited to a media event as part of #BloggingBranson sponsored by Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Center. My admission to the Titanic Branson was provided at no cost to me. All thoughts, opinions, and ideas are my own! Many years ago, I sat plastered to my television screen as I watched Jack and Rose board the Titanic and fall in love. From that moment, I have been ...
Catch a Movie On the Biggest IMAX Screen Ever, Eat, and Shop at the Branson IMAX Entertainment Complex #IMAXbr #BloggingBranson
I was invited to a media event as part of #BloggingBranson sponsored by Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Center. My movie ticket at the Branson IMAX Entertainment Complex was provided at no cost to me. All thoughts, opinions, and ideas are my own! Photo Credit: Branson IMAX I am a die-hard movie junkie. I love getting lost in whatever crazy rom-com is coming out, or the most ...
Florentina’s – The ONLY Place in Branson to Get Those Italian Nachos
I was invited to a media event as part of #BloggingBranson sponsored by The Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Center. My meal at Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano was provided. All thoughts, opinions, and ideas are my own! Photo Credit: Florentina's If you’re looking for one of the best restaurants in Branson MO, look no further than the delicious Italian food at Florentina’s ...
Catch Samson One Last Time at Sight & Sound Theatres
I received complimentary tickets to see Samson at the Sight & Sound Theatre in Branson, MO. All opinions and love of this magical and spiritual program are 100% my own. Several years ago, my husband and I had our first experience at the Sight & Sound Theatre when Jonah was live on stage. This production brought me to tears and really brought to life the story of Jonah for me. ...
Clay Cooper’s Country Express – Get Up Close and Personal with this Branson Show
I was invited to attend Clay Cooper's Country Express as part of a media trip to Branson. This is in partnership with Stone Castle Hotel while I attended the #BloggingBranson Event in exchange for my coverage. No other compensation was provided and all additional expenses were my own. All views shared are 100% my own. When we were invited on a press trip to Branson, Missouri, I had no idea ...
5 Reasons Pigeon Forge TN Needs to Be Your Next Family Vacation
This post is a paid partnership on behalf of Pigeon Forge Tourism. All opinions are 100% my own. One of my favorite vacation destination spots of all time is Pigeon Forge, TN. If you have visited my site at any time, you know that I have posted A LOT about my love of this beautiful city. Pigeon Forge is a family vacation destination located at the foothills of the Great Smoky ...
Dolly Parton’s Stampede is a Must See Branson Show! #BloggingBranson
I was invited to attend Dolly Parton's Stampede as part of a media trip to Branson. This is in partnership with Stone Castle Hotel while I attended the #BloggingBranson Event in exchange for my coverage. No other compensation was provided and all additional expenses were my own. All views shared are 100% my own. I have been a long time loyal fan of Dolly Parton ever since I was old enough ...
5 Coffee Shops You Need to Visit in Waco Texas
When we went on our girl's weeklong trip to Waco Texas and visited all the Magnolia Fixer Upper Joanna Gaines sites, we promised ourselves that we would drink ALL THE COFFEE from ALL THE SPOTS -- and that we did. We decided to steer clear of the chain coffee shops and look for fantastic eclectic ones. ...
We’re Headed to Branson Missouri #BloggingBranson
I was invited to attend a media trip to Branson, in partnership with Stone Castle Hotel, to attend the #BloggingBranson Event in exchange for my coverage. All views shared are 100% my own. After five years, my husband and I are headed back to Branson, Missouri. Our family visited there back in 2014 and I am so pumped that I will be going back with the #bloggingbranson team. ...
Magnolia Table Restaurant – Eating Here for the First Time
If you visit Waco, Texas be sure and drive over to Magnolia Table Restaurant. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is even better! When we went on our girl's weeklong trip, one of our very favorite stops was Waco, Texas. We could not wait to visit Magnolia Market and I was on my head to eat at Chip and Joanna Gaines restaurant, Magnolia Table Restaurant. ...
P-Town Pizza in Pawhuska — 3 Amazing Things to Try When You Visit
When we took our week long girls trip to visit Waco, Little Rock and Pawhuska, one of the first stops I wanted to make when we arrived in Pioneer Woman territory was P-Town Pizza. ...
Want to Learn Something About Yourself? Get in the Car and Take a Road Trip
Whenever I took my week long girls road trip to go visit Waco, Texas and The Pioneer Woman Mercantile, I was nervous. I am not one who likes driving during road trips. I don't even like to be in a car on a road trip -- or at least I thought I didn't. I normally like to pack my bags and get on a plane and head wherever I am going. But this trip was different. It opened my eyes to traveling ...
What to do during your Orlando Spring Break 2019
For an exciting spring break, Orlando, in Central Florida, takes some beating. After a day at its amazing theme parks and attractions, visitors can enjoy a vibrant nightlife, with fantastic shows, cocktail bars and nightclubs for partying. ...
Visiting Waco Texas, Magnolia Market, and Magnolia Table
During our girls' weeklong trip where we stopped in Little Rock, Arkansas and Pawhuska, Oklahoma, one of our very favorite stops was the two days we spent in Waco, Texas. Everyone asked us, "So what brought you to the area?" Then they would answer their own question -- The Silos. ...
Frontier Hotel – Historic Boutique Hotel in Pawhuska Oklahoma
I received a complimentary stay at Frontier Hotel in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. Even though my stay was comped, all my opinions are 100% my own. Last month, my best friend, my daughter, and I all headed out on a wonderful week-long adventure to visit Magnolia Market and The Mercantile. It had been a long time dream of ours that we were finally getting to do. We had the best time! One of our ...
Showboat Branson Belle is Set to Cruise on March 7th
When our family went to Branson a few years ago, one of the first things we did was cruise the Showboat Branson Belle. My son and I LOVED it because we love dinner theater. Now, the iconic Showboat Branson Belle is ready to set sail again 00 March 7th! ...
Visiting Pawhuska Oklahoma
Unless you live under a rock or on another planet somewhere, then you have heard of Pawhuska, Oklahoma, especially if you have associated it with the Pioneer Woman. During my girl's weeklong trip, we made a stop off in Pawhuska to visit the PW Mercantile -- and I am here to tell you that this little town has so much to offer -- and a lot of it has nothing to do with the Pioneer Woman at all! ...
Capital Hotel – Little Rock’s “Front Porch” Of Hotels
Thanks to Capital Hotel for the complimentary stay in exchange for coverage. All opinions listed are 100% my own. During my trip to visit the Silos and the Mercantile, we took a stop off in Little Rock, Arkansas for an overnight stay. Because there was a 12 hour drive time between KY and Waco, Texas. I knew it would be the perfect halfway point. We stayed the night in one of the most ...
24 Hours in Little Rock, Arkansas – Where to Sleep, Eat, and Play
If you have ever wanted to see Little Rock, Arkansas but are short on time, no worries! I just recently visited there and only had 24 hours to spend. During that time, I was able to see so many things and experience some delicious foods! I also have the perfect place to stay if you plan on visiting this adorable city as well. ...