by Sue Henderson | Jun 26, 2024 | Featured
The lure of the open road runs deep in the American psyche It’s in our blood to wander and discover Whether you’re a tin can tourist, newly freed to explore, saving $ with family trips or cross-crossing the Midwest for work, consider an entertaining respite in...
by Sue Henderson | Jun 20, 2024 | Featured
Let’s just say you have an RV and live anywhere east of the Rocky Mountains Did you know there’s a famous destination for service and repairs in Elkhart, Indiana? We recently discovered an entire region supporting the RVers of America halfway between Chicago and...
by Sue Henderson | Nov 27, 2023 | Featured
We’ve recently written about our delightful visit to The Sessions Hotel in Bristol but need to truly appreciate the cuisine and culture of the region in this second post. Let’s start with the hotel’s in-house Southern Craft Restaurant and Bar which is extremely...
by Sue Henderson | Nov 24, 2023 | Featured
The Craddock-Terry Shoe Company had a rich history dating back to 1888 when it was founded in Lynchburg, Virginia, by Cornelius J. Craddock and Charles M. Terry. Specializing in high-quality footwear, the company grew rapidly and became a prominent player in the...
by Sue Henderson | Nov 14, 2023 | Featured
There is something fundamentally comfortable settling into a hotel that understands its unique combination of revitalized history and the setting in which it is located. And the Sessions Hotel in Bristol, Virginia has nailed it. A little about the history will truly...
by Sue Henderson | Oct 18, 2023 | Featured
From the moment you check into the Western Front Hotel in St. Paul, Virginia, you are ready to hit the ground running. The area is chock-a-block full of adventures just waiting to happen. But before we list a bunch of options, we’d love to fill you in on the...
by Sue Henderson | Oct 11, 2023 | Featured
The Western Front Hotel is so much more than just a lovely boutique hotel in tiny St Paul, VA. It is the heart of a dedicated effort to balance the environment, local economy and community. If you’re lucky, like we were, you will be greeted by the Mayor of the...
by Sue Henderson | Sep 20, 2023 | Featured
In a heartwarming trend, companies around the world are embracing a new type of employee – dogs. These four-legged companions are proving to be more than just loyal friends; they are enhancing office environments, boosting morale, and even increasing...
by Sue Henderson | Jul 23, 2023 | Featured, Our Travels
When I told folks who grew up in the region, I was headed to the Craddock Terry Hotel in Lynchburg, Virginia, I was inundated with fond memories of shoe shopping in their childhood. Thankfully the designers have saved the essence of the 5th largest shoe company in...
by Sue Henderson | Jul 10, 2023 | Featured
We were recently honored to join a small group to experience Shoemakers American Grille in Lynchburg, Virginia, where James Beard Award Winner Chef Edwin Scholly is on a mission much higher than elevating culinary excellence. Along with Culinary Director Mena Hughes...