Some places you visit because they’re beautiful. Others you visit because they mean something. Our stop to learn more about Terry Fox was one of those meaningful moments that stayed with us long after we left. As Mark and I traveled through Canada, we wanted to take time to visit…
Standing Above the Smokies: Our Hike to Clingmans Dome There are some places that live up to the hype. Clingmans Dome is one of them. We had seen countless photos of the observation tower rising above the clouds, but nothing compared to standing there ourselves, surrounded by endless layers of…
Discovering Ouimet Canyon: One of Ontario’s Most Incredible Hidden Gems Sometimes the places that leave the biggest impression are the ones you almost drive past. That was Ouimet Canyon for us. While exploring the Thunder Bay area, we had heard people mention this incredible canyon tucked away just off the…
Why Iona’s Pink Beach Is One of Minnesota’s Most Unique Stops Every once in a while, you stumble across a place that doesn’t look quite real. That’s exactly how we felt the first time we visited Iona’s Beach along Minnesota’s North Shore. From the parking lot, it doesn’t seem like…
A Peaceful Stop at Aguasabon Falls, Ontario As Mark and I continued our road trip along Ontario’s beautiful Lake Superior shoreline, we made a stop at Aguasabon Falls in Terrace Bay. We’d heard it was worth visiting, but neither of us expected it to be such a peaceful and scenic…
A Quiet Escape to Middle Falls, Ontario Some of the best places we discover while traveling are the ones that don’t require a big itinerary or a full day of planning. They’re the unexpected stops that invite you to slow down, take a walk, and enjoy the beauty around you.…
Chasing Minnesota’s Tallest Waterfall: Our Hike to High Falls in Grand Portage Some places leave you speechless before you even reach the destination. High Falls in Grand Portage was one of those places for us. The drive along Minnesota’s North Shore is beautiful on its own, but as we made…
When M&M’S announced they were combining their iconic peanut butter center with the flavors of a fresh-out-of-the-oven cinnamon roll, the internet went into a bit of a frenzy. Peanut butter and cinnamon aren’t a combination you see every day in the candy aisle, but in the world of baking, they…
M&M’S is no stranger to experimental flavors. From Key Lime Pie to Jalapeño, they’ve tried it all. But their latest venture, the Bakery Collection, feels a bit more nostalgic. It aims to pack the essence of a fresh-baked treat into a tiny candy shell. Today, we’re diving into the most…
A clear, educational breakdown of the tools, techniques, and terms you’ll see behind any well‑equipped home bar. Building a home bar is exciting — but the terminology can feel like a foreign language. Whether you’re mixing bourbon cocktails, crafting whiskey classics, or experimenting with new spirits, understanding the tools and…