
Augusta, Maine, is the epitome of gentle meandering through the heartland of America. Although Augusta is the capital city of Maine, it is really little more than a lulling and tranquil by-way on the road to elsewhere. Popular with RV-owners and families looking for a gentler vacation destination, even the Augusta events err on the side of genteel fun.
RVs, Antiquing and Bygone Gentility in Augusta, Maine
- Friday, 16 July 2010 07:20
Getting Your Groove Back in Providence, RI
- Friday, 23 July 2010 06:45

Providence is the capital city of the US state of Rhode Island. Despite the name, Rhode Island is not an island at all, however the pleasures of Providence are often focused around the river networks and sea.
Dramatic Rocks and Views in Point Reyes, CA
- Friday, 01 October 2010 08:19

Point Reyes, California and much of the surrounding area is part of the Point Reyes National Seashore. The dramatic, rocky, sea-struck coasts, tall bluffs with endless views of the Pacific Ocean, and quaint, friendly towns make this a favorite vacation site for many Californians, and also draws visitors from around the world.
Following Route 66 in Springfield, IL
- Thursday, 06 May 2010 07:52

As well as the famous highway that is so much a part of the American consciousness, Springfield Illinois is the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln. A weekend in this town is a journey back in time, to the beginnings of the United States as well as a short step back into the days of Kerouac, journeying down the road of 60s America.
Leave Your Wallet at Home in San Jose, CA
- Monday, 14 June 2010 09:28

Although San Jose, CA, has plenty of tourist traps, the real appeal of the city lies in the huge amount of free entertainment that it offers. The freebies begin at the airport, with the San Jose Airport Shuttle running every fifteen minutes from 5am to 11.30pm to drop visitors at either the Santa Clara train station or the Metro station.
Perseverance in Juneau, AK
- Wednesday, 15 September 2010 09:16

Juneau, Alaska, sits below the Mendenhall and Lemon Creek glaciers and was founded in 1880 by prospectors Joe Juneau and Richard Harris, although no-one really knows why only one of their names got top billing. Established as the state capital in 1906, Juneau is home to the Perseverance Theater, Alaska’s only professional theater company,
Spurs, Grill and Ten-Gallon Hats in Cheyenne, WY
- Friday, 27 August 2010 02:18

Cheyenne, Wyoming is all about grilled meat, Cowboys n Indians, and trolley car rides. Any modern flavors in this city come in franchised chain store packages, so if you are looking for something a little more local than malled America, you better pack your six-shooter. Cheyenne's focus is on the wholesome and homely.
Choir, Quirks and a Quiet Beer in Salt Lake City
- Wednesday, 30 June 2010 10:25

Salt Lake City, Utah, is best known as the home of Mormonism. Although around 40 per cent of the population of Salt Lake City are Mormon (not all of them practicing), there is more to this town than it's conservative roots. Salt Lake City is brimming with a surprising number of quirky bars, festivals and off-beat venues that give a nice balance.
Old World Meets New World in Fort Myers
- Wednesday, 23 June 2010 06:39

Ft. Myers, located on the shorelines of the Gulf of Mexico along the banks of the Caloosahatche River on the western side of Florida, has been dubbed the City of Palms thanks to its sub-tropical climate and generally relaxed air. The origins of Ft. Myers are in cattle, and in the 19th century the town was little more than a handful of stores and cattle ranches.
Keeping a Progressive Pace in Portland, OR
- Thursday, 14 October 2010 08:12

Portland, Oregon is one of the most vibrant, progressive, and independent-minded cities in the United States of America. The creative flavor of this northwestern city is presented in the form of innumerable, unique dining establishments, ample parks, microbreweries, interesting museums, and outdoor events.
Music, Art and Civil Rights in Montgomery, AL
- Wednesday, 18 August 2010 09:31

The Great Gatsby, 'I have a dream' and the sweet sounds of Hank Williams can all be attributed to Mongomery, Alabama. It is here that F.Scott Fitzgerald lived and worked, as did Marther Luther King Jr and, of course, the father of Country, ol' Hank.