Category Archives: Upcoming Travel

Places we’re going

Return to Milwaukee

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Neil

Last October we made a spur-of-the-moment weekend trek to Milwaukee. We had such a great time we knew a return was in order, we just needed an occasion. Well I turn 32 on June 24th so we declared Milwaukee my birthday destination. … Continue reading →

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Kicking off summer with beer, cheese curds and polka

Posted on May 26, 2012 by Neil

    Earlier this week we were debating whether or not to head out of town for Memorial Day. If you haven’t already guessed from the title of the post, all roads are leading to Wisconsin. Just where in Wisconsin … Continue reading →

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The departure day is here!

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Neil

The day is finally here! Early this evening we’ll be heading off on our great Southwest road trip. Before we go, I’ll take a moment to introduce our co-pilots, husband ad wife duo, Emily and Jake, who arrived in Chicago from … Continue reading →

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“Passport to your National Parks” App

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Nick

Since 1986, bearers of a National Park Passport have been able to get their passport books stamped at park visitor centers and ranger stations. These cancellation stamps are a great way for NPS enthusiasts to chronicle their experiences…unless you’ve only recently found … Continue reading →

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Grand Ambitions

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Neil

A couple months ago, we thought it might be a great idea to spend the night at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. You typically have to plan 13 months ahead to stay in the hotel lodge at Phantom Ranch, … Continue reading →

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Detour: Cottonwood Canyon Road

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Neil

One definite road trip recommendation we have is to minimize your time spent on interstate highways. We’re always looking for an alternate course that is a little off the beaten path. While researching the route for our upcoming southwestern trip … Continue reading →

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New Trip – Desert Southwest

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Neil

Our next trip is nearly upon us. At the end of March we’ll fly to Los Angeles where we’ll rent an SUV and make an 8 day loop through the Southwestern states. We’ll visit four National Parks: Joshua Tree, Grand … Continue reading →

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