Travel

Berkshires, The Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, Travel

Would You Have The Delight of Dropping In at the Zucchini Fest in West Stockbridge

You would probably not believe me if I told you that there is a town right in the heart of the Berkshires that runs a festival every year solely dedicated to a mid size green vegetable that you most likely have in your fridge right now.  If you read to the end of this post  we might even help you […]

Berkshires, Massachusetts, The Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, Travel, Waterfalls

Tannery Falls: Magnificent Falls If You Can Find Them

With over 50 miles of wooded trails inviting nature lovers to year-round recreational access in a rural setting, Savoy Mountain is situated on the top of the Hoosac Mountain Range, which is an extension of the Green Mountains of Vermont and the first mountain barrier encountered rising west of the Connecticut River Valley. Open year round from sunrise to sunset […]

Berkshires, Hikes, Massachusetts, The Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, Travel

Babbling Falls and Tranquil Hike to Majestic Views: Chapel Brook Falls

A windy country road passing straight through the town of Ashfield, MA brought us to this beautiful hidden gem tuck away in the foothills of the Berkshires. We were pleasantly surprised to have gotten here at the right time for a Saturday morning Farmers Market offering a wide variety of handmade food, baking goods and crafts of all kinds. There […]

Florida, Pensacola, Travel

Civil War History That You Can Touch: Fort Pickens Florida

If you are traveling in the Florida Panhandle, or the Gulf Coast of Alabama you don’t want to miss a visit to pentagonal historic United States military fort – Fort Pickens, located on Santa Rosa island. Fort Pickens is a ruined 19th century fortification which guarded Pensacola Bay and remained in use until 1947. We have visited a great number […]

Florida, Pensacola, Travel

Experience the Real Florida at Big Lagoon State Park, Florida

If you are looking to experience the “Real Florida” the secluded Big Lagoon State Park located just ten kilometers southwest of Pensacola on Gulf Beach Highway is a great way to start. This 705 acre park circles the northern boundary of Big Lagoon as it snakes toward Pensacola Bay to the east. Within the boundaries of the park you’ll find […]