Tag: December 2019
Lyft Art Park – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
Nothing is more exciting than randomly finding something that makes you stop in your tracks and say, “HUH?” “What the…
A Few Random Shots Downtown – Vicinity of Las Vegas Boulevard and Fremont Street – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
A Few Random Shots Downtown – Vicinity of Las Vegas Boulevard and Fremont Street – Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas Street Art – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
The walls of Vegas buildings come alive with one of the best collections of Street Art we’ve seen yet! Colorful…
Welcome to Las Vegas Sign – Las Vegas Boulevard at Main Street Downtown – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
New on the scene in 2018, this fun, colorful sign beckons visitors towards Downtown Vegas! Find these beauties on the…
Circus Circus in the Daylight – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
The best part about waking up after a day taking in the history, the art, and the culture of Vegas…
A Little Vegas After Midnight – Cruising the Vegas Strip – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
Bright lights, big city… A city that never sleeps… It’s ALWAYS time for fun in Vegas, baby! Checking out the…
Kà by Cirque du Soleil at the MGM Grand – Exhibit of Show Props – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
Even the exhibits for Kà by Cirque du Soleil at the MGM Grand are fascinating! The costumes, props, and other…
Kà by Cirque du Soleil at the MGM Grand – PreShow Access and Meet ‘n Greet – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
We absolutely LIVE for LIVE… We love live shows of any sort, from music to theatre, and everything in between….
Kà by Cirque du Soleil at the MGM Grand – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
Next on the Birthday Agenda, Kà by Cirque du Soleil at the MGM Grand Stay tuned. The awesomeness. Is intense.
A Magical Rodeo Christmas at MGM Grand – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
Casinos, Lions, Rodeos, and Christmas… An unlikely combination for sure… Unless you’ve ever been to Las Vegas during the National…
Fat Baby Birthday Dinner! Amano Las Vegas – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
We needed something EXTREME for Alysia’s 20th Birthday Dinner! And Amano Las Vegas fit that bill perfectly! Behold, The Fat…
Brilliant! A Neon Museum Experience – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
If you want the full flavor of The Neon Museum, you definitely HAVE to add Brilliant! to your itinerary. Strolling…
Tim Burton’s Lost Vegas Exhibit at The Neon Museum – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
I knew I wanted to bring Alysia to The Neon Museum in Las Vegas for her 20th Birthday. It was…
The Neon Boneyard Aglow at The Neon Museum – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
In this second album from the Neon Boneyard at The Neon Museum in Las Vegas, Nevada, we went back through…
Experiencing the Brilliance of Las Vegas History at The Neon Museum – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
The crown jewel of Alysia’s 20th Birthday Experience was a visit to The Neon Museum in Las Vegas! She has…
A Few Shots in Downtown Vegas and Along Fremont Street – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
We have always spent most of our time in Vegas along the heart of The Strip itself, but this trip…
A Foggy Day on the Strip – The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
When you think of Vegas, it’s usually blue skies and plenty of desert sun! But, today, it was foggy, rainy,…
The Flying Poemas at Circus Circus – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
Circus Circus is a fabulously Family-Friendly Vegas Hotel for so many reasons! We love the non-stop schedule of Circus and…
Pretzels on the Midway – Circus Circus Hotel – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
Part of what makes Circus Circus such an ideal hotel for families with kids, is the sheer amount of family…
A Vegas Starbucks – Circus Circus Hotel – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
Two lattes and a cocoa… Because there was a Starbucks right outside our room… So, why not?
Midnight Snack Vegas Style – Gold Flaked Doughnuts! – Circus Circus Hotel – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/03/2019
Looking for a million dollar midnight snack idea? We’ve got this! Gold Flaked Doughnuts! Doin’ it up, Vegas Style!
It’s Time to Vegas, Baby! – Circus Circus Hotel – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/03/2019
Vegas, Baby! Vegas for kids? Absolutely! Stay tuned for some super cool ideas, because Life’s a Circus, Baby! And we’re…
Sisters for a Snowy Grand Canyon Sunset – Desert View Watchtower – Grand Canyon National Park – Grand Canyon Village, Arizona – 12/03/2019
Our final adventure for the day, a Grand Canyon Sunset. It was cold, it was quiet, it was surreal. But,…
Wupatki National Monument – Flagstaff, Arizona – 12/03/2019
As the road out of Sunset Crater descends into the Painted Desert of Arizona, the snow gives way to the…
Throwing Snowballs on the Lava Flow Trail – Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument – Flagstaff, Arizona – 12/03/2019
Hiking the Lava Flow Trail at Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument in Flagstaff, Arizona while it was covered in snow…
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument – Flagstaff, Arizona – 12/03/2019
The next National Park Unit on our agenda for the day was Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument! Sunset Crater was…
Hiking the Island Trail – Walnut Canyon National Monument – Flagstaff, Arizona – 12/03/2019
After checking out the indoor museum of Interpretive Exhibits, we enjoyed the Island Trail hike at Walnut Canyon National Monument…
Walnut Canyon National Monument – Flagstaff, Arizona – 12/03/2019
Flagstaff, Arizona is one of my favorite locations for hitting National Parks, and getting to experience a multitude of geological…
A Little Snow Bros Fun – Dutch Bros Coffee – Flagstaff, Arizona – 12/03/2019
We first found the pure MAGIC that is Dutch Bros Coffee in Oregon in Summer 2018. The fun, festive vibes…
Route 66 Neon – Gallup, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
Where Route 66 and all its vintage road trip kitsch meets the American Southwest in the Navajo Nation! Neon! These…
Navajo Tacos at Earl’s Family Restaurant – Gallup, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
We entered Gallup, New Mexico in search of one of my favorite guilty pleasures! Navajo Tacos! One of the best…
Snowy Desert Sunsets – Grants, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
After a long, fun day of experiencing the flavors of Albuquerque, through street art, historic buildings, Native culture, history, and…
Glass Poetry – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
I honestly have no idea what this building was, or what the story behind these verses might be… But, we…
KiMo Theatre – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
The KiMo Theatre is a gorgeous, historic landmark in Albuquerque, New Mexico! Situated along Route 66, Central Avenue at Fifth Street, it was constructed…
Los Muros De Burque: We Exist Somewhere Between Limbo and Purgatory on the HDIC Theatre Building – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
We Exist Somewhere Between Limbo and Purgatory by Ernest Doty on the HDIC Theatre Building “Prolific and passionate street artist…
New Wave Soda & Bluefly Farms Sparkling Water – Espresso Fino – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
We’re always on the lookout for local, regional, or unique craft sodas and other sparkling waters! While we were in…
A Lavender Breve from Espresso Fino – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
On our jaunt through Downtown Albuquerque, of course we had to make a stop at Espresso Fino! A Lavender Breve…
Los Muros De Burque: The Fall of the Ten Suns by Jessica Angel on the Imperial Building – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
The Fall of the Ten Suns by Jessica Angel on the Imperial Building “Jessica Angel’s design uses the story of…
Los Muros De Burque: Totem of the Ancient Ones – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
Totem of the Ancient Ones by Thomas Christopher Haag on the HDIC Theatre Building According to the website MurosABQ: “Muros…
Los Muros De Burque: The Mother Road / El Camino de Los Caminos – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
Against a blazing backdrop, The Mother Road / El Camino de Los Caminos captures the spirit of Route 66 across…
Los Muros De Burque: The Right of All Citizens to Vote… – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
Albuquerque is FULL of fascinating street art! It really is a part of all of the cultures represented in the…
Random Downtown ABQ – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
Walking around Downtown Albuquerque, New Mexico… You never know what you are going to find! Cool buildings, Route 66 historic…
Little Bear Coffee Co – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
Next stop on the Coffee Agenda, Little Bear Coffee Co in Albuquerque, New Mexico! Trillian got an interactive lesson on…
Desert Snow – Santa Rosa into Moriarty, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
As a kid, I was always kind of “taught” that deserts are hot places. Part of the beauty of traveling…
Trains Across New Mexico – Santa Rosa, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
This might be one thing some travelers take for granted, but ever since my youngest years of road tripping out…
New Mexico Visitor Center – Glenrio, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
New Mexico Visitor Centers are a treasure trove of really exciting information on things to explore within this beautiful state!…
Welcome to New Mexico! Land of Enchantment! – Glenrio, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
My favorite part of a westbound road trip! Right as Texas fades into New Mexico, and the flat lands give…
More Texas Wind Power! – Vega, Texas – 12/02/2019
They’re everywhere! And, yes, they fascinate me! Which is a good thing! Because, They’re everywhere!
Sunrise on the Cadillac Ranch – Amarillo, Texas – 12/02/2019
Ah, yes, hands down, the best, most iconic Roadside Attraction in our great nation! Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo, Texas! We…
Panhandle Windmills – Panhandle, Texas – 12/02/2019
No matter which route you take out west, chances are, you’re going to see a LOT of these! Along I-40…
Miss Laura's Social Club – Fort Smith Visitors Center – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
Well, now, it’s not every day you see a “House of Ill Repute” show up on a Family Travel Website!…
Fort Smith National Cemetery – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
Continuing our experience at Fort Smith National Historic Site, we were led here, to to the Fort Smith National Cemetery….
Fort Smith National Historic Site – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
Situated along the Arkansas River, the Fort Smith National Historic Site preserves an 80 year span of history in this…
A Quick Birthday Lunch at La Huerta Authentic Mexican Food – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
After a morning in Little Rock, and an afternoon checking out the coolest Street Art from The Unexpected Project in…
Bad Lands by D*Face – The Unexpected Project – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
In 2015, English Artist, D*Face, created his first piece for The Unexpected Project in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Isn’t it mind-blowing…
Cherokee Women by Askew One – The Unexpected Project – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
As he was planning his mural, New Zealand artist, Askew One, met with a modern Cherokee chief in Oklahoma. He then…
A Little Randomness Throughout Fort Smith – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
Fort Smith, Arkansas has a LOT going on! From its unique history, including its role in the policing of the…
The Mole by ROA – The Unexpected Project – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
Belgian Artist ROA is known for his large-scale signature black and white hand-painted wildlife! In Fort Smith, you can find…
Side by Side by Pref – The Unexpected Project – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
London Graffiti Artist, Pref, has a unique signature style that morphs words and phrases into the most intriguing visual creations!…
Rapto Divino by Jaz & Pastel – The Unexpected Project – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
Argentinian Artists, Jaz and Pastel, collaborate on this massive piece, Rapto Divino. Jaz is considered one of the most influential…
War Birds by Ana Maria – The Unexpected Project – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
Puerto Rican Artist, Ana Maria, graces another Fort Smith wall with her stunning creation, War Birds! Mural Name:War Birds Mural…
Butterflies by Mantra – The Unexpected Project – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
There is nothing I love more than the serendipitous beauty of a butterfly! And knowing there is someone painting such…
Catira by Bicicleta Sem Freio – The Unexpected Project – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
Bicicleta Sem Freio, translated, means Bicycles Without Brakes. These guys are a powerhouse Brazilian art duo transforming cityscapes around the…
Ana Maria by Anamarietta – The Unexpected Project – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
This is the first Anamarietta mural we found in Fort Smith today. The Artist, Ana Maria, is a current resident…
War Paint by D*Face at The Park at West End – The Unexpected Project – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
I can honestly admit, The Park at West End defies almost all description. We did catch it off season, so…
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