A little rain in the forecast got you down? Don’t worry. There’s plenty to do to keep the kids, and yourself entertained. Here are a couple of ideas for indoor fun in inclement weather. Jump and fly on over 10,000 square feet of connected, world-class trampolines at The Factory. Don’t miss the Sci-Fi Safari Galactic Laser Course. Step […]
Day Trippin’
Tami’s Trippin Top Ten – 2018
1) Swim With Manatees in Crystal River, Florida This funky, old-school town on Florida’s Nature Coast never disappoints. Manatees are the main attraction, but there is so much more. Great dining, golf, a myriad of recreational opportunities puts this perennial favorite in this year’s top ten again! Want more info? Check out my itinerary and […]
Greater Gadsden Area Gift Guide
Have you procrastinated on your holiday shopping? No worries! Check out our unique gift guide for the Greater Gadsden area. While all of our fantastic shops and restaurants offer gift certificates and unique treats for last-minute shoppers, consider doing something different this year and give someone on your list an experience? Here’s a gift guide […]
Holiday Light Displays – Greater Gadsden
One of the many joys of the season is viewing holiday decorations – especially light displays. Here are a few recommendations in the Greater Gadsden area. Perrenial favorite Christmas at the Falls is bigger and better than ever. Park visitors will be treated to a wonderland of lights and color throughout the Christmas season. Nightly features […]
North Alabama Holiday Light Guide – 2018
Can you believe it’s already December? Amid all of the holiday hustle and bustle, why not carve out some time to enjoy one (or more!) of the festive light displays in the area? There’s no need to travel far to see world-class Christmas lights and displays. So grab some mittens and your coat; here are […]
Gulf State Park – Gulf Shores, Alabama
When you think of the Alabama Gulf Coast do sugar sand beaches, a surging surf, warm sea breezes, and a crystal clear coast come to mind? With three miles of beach, Gulf State Park has all of that and more, but the beach is only the beginning. I had a blast exploring another one of […]
Crystal River, Florida – Three Day Itinerary
Crystal River, Florida, is the Manatee Capital of the World, attracting visitors from around the globe to swim with the lovable, gentle giants, but the Manatees are only the beginning. An outdoor enthusiast’s paradise offering kayaking, hiking, fishing, paddle boarding, golf, and more, we set off for an old-school adventure along Florida’s Nature Coast. Day […]
Holiday Guide to the Greater Gadsden Area
The holiday season is upon us. Many of you have enjoyed the Greater Gadsden area’s signature holiday event, Christmas at the Falls at Noccalula Falls Park. They’ll open on November 28 at 5 p.m., and this year’s festivities promise to be bigger and better than ever. But more about that later. Why not spend the entire […]
Definitely Go Climbing Waterfalls
The most challenging part is the free climb up the side of a one hundred foot plus waterfall…but it shouldn’t be a problem. Um, really? I’d asked for recommendations for great hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park, and Sky Pond came up frequently. With that small caveat. Sometimes referred to as a scramble, other times, […]
September Fun in the Greater Gadsden Area
Labor Day weekend signals the end of summer for many people, but that certainly doesn’t mean the fun stops. There’s plenty to do post-Labor Day in the Greater Gadsden area. Here are a few ideas to get you started: Attend a Farmer’s Market It’s not too late to grab some farm fresh produce and delicious baked […]
