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Mount Vernon: A complete guide for visitors

January 15, 2018 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

A trip to George Washington’s Mount Vernon near Alexandria, Virginia, should be on every family’s “must see” list when visiting the nation’s capital. This family estate is located on the banks of the Potomac River, just 15 minutes south of Washington, DC. Washington considered the plantation to be among the most perfectly situated, and when […]

Filed Under: History, Uncategorized, Virginia, Washington, DC

NCMA: Family friendly museum and art park

December 10, 2017 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

I woke up last Thursday and checked the weather (I’m a weather bug wannabe). The forecast said sunny and 70 — not too shabby for the last day of November! With an amazing day on tap, I decided to visit the North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA). The North Carolina Museum of Art has a […]

Filed Under: Arts/Culture, North Carolina, Uncategorized

Holmes Medical Museum: Step back in time with FREE download for kids

November 20, 2017 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

In Foley, Alabama, deep in the heart of the south, discover the Holmes Medical Museum. The museum, housed in Baldwin County’s first hospital, which operated on the second floor above the general store of that era. The hospital was active from 1936-1958 and served all the people of the region. Dr. Sibley Holmes was the […]

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7 non-beachy things to do in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

September 12, 2017 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

When you think about beach vacations, the sun, sand and surf might be the first things that come to mind. Maybe your mind fills with thoughts of fresh seafood and long walks at sunset and palm trees. I enjoy all those things. But, in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, there is so much more to […]

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Visiting the 9/11 Memorial: What you need to know

September 8, 2017 by Karen Dawkins 7 Comments

Those of us over age 25 remember the horrific attacks on the World Trade Center like it was yesterday. The Twin Towers, the explosions, the towers collapsing and the devastation left behind — all left imprints in our minds we can not erase. For many (myself included), visiting the 9/11 Memorial and Museum is on […]

Filed Under: Arts/Culture, History, Interests, New York, Uncategorized, USA

10 more fun things to do in Huntsville, Alabama

July 31, 2017 by Karen Dawkins 2 Comments

If you’re wondering about fun things to do in Huntsville, AL, look no further! I’ve made several visits (my last one a hosted conference for travel writers), discovering what to do in Huntsville, AL over the past few years. Every time, the city surprises me! Seriously, I had no idea there were so many cool […]

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Virginia Safari Park: 5 star fun!

September 6, 2016 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

When we travel, we like to mix things up! A little history and culture mixed with fun and adventure. On our trip to historic Lexington, Virginia we certainly found both! Of the many adventures in the area, our absolute favorite was a trip to the Virginia Safari Park. Virginia Safari Park Drive through tour Virginia […]

Filed Under: Theme Parks and Zoos, Uncategorized, Virginia, Zoos

Lexington historic district

August 31, 2016 by Karen Dawkins 4 Comments

When George Washington and Robert E. Lee are part of your history, no doubt there’s more to discover too. In the Lexington historic district, in Rockbridge County, Virginia, there’s history on every corner — and often in between! Ellie and I met friends in Lexington this summer, a first visit for us all. Knowing this […]

Filed Under: History, Uncategorized, Virginia

5 reasons to visit Indiana Dunes this fall

August 11, 2016 by Karen Dawkins 19 Comments

Living in North Carolina, I have easy access to the Atlantic coast beaches — even taking regular day trips to the shore. But, growing up in the Midwest, we didn’t take many beach vacations. It was just too far to travel. I wish we had known about Indiana Dunes on Lake Michigan’s south shore. With […]

Filed Under: Beaches, Indiana, Uncategorized

25 E. Main St.

July 29, 2016 by Karen Dawkins 6 Comments

What’s in an address?  You know… those numbers and letters we punch in to the GPS so that annoying voice can guide us to a destination. Those numbers and letters we use to send exciting mail, like graduation announcements and wedding invitations. Have you ever really thought about the place those numbers represent? At 25 […]

Filed Under: hotels, Reviews, Uncategorized

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Meet Karen Dawkins

An avid traveler, I enjoy discovering new places: history, culture, and adventure. I love it all! Well, not bugs. I don’t like bugs very much, so I probably won’t visit a bug museum.

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