Weekend getaways come in all shapes and sizes: some are family-friendly, others are relaxing, and still others are scenic. The five destinations […]
Author: Brandon Eicher
The 8 Best Photo Spots in Chicago (with Video)
On some level, Chicago is easy to photograph. It’s full of amazing photo opportunities – from towering skyscrapers and iconic statues to […]
The Art of Cranberries in Warrens, Wisconsin
Warrens seemed like a natural starting point for a day trip to the cranberry bogs. The small town is the self-proclaimed cranberry […]
The Calm Before the Sandstorm (in Death Valley)
The road to Death Valley looked like a scene from an old Hollywood Western. Tumbleweeds bounced across the highway, and dust clouds […]
Chasing Rainbows at the Manhattan Beach Pier
At 6:30 a.m. this morning, I peaked through the blinds on my bedroom window. I expected to find some trace of the […]
Want to Swim with Turtles on Maui? Try These 3 Spots
Over the last few years, I’ve visited a number of turtle “hot spots” around Maui. Many of these spots attract plenty of […]
How to Plan an Unforgettable Trip to All 50 States
At the end of 2013, I made a New Year’s resolution – the first of my adult life. I didn’t vow to […]
The Best View of the Chicago Skyline is in Indiana?
A couple of weeks ago, my wife and I decided to drive down to Indiana Dunes State Park. It was our first […]
A Day Trip to the Middle of Nowhere, Wisconsin
My wife and I left Chicago without a destination — or even a partially planned itinerary. We simply started driving west. Along […]