Niche travel is in for 2016! For many years, but especially since the success of the film adaptation of Cheryl Strayed's Wild, travelers are flocking to their favorite destinations to hike, climb and bike trails across the U.S. With the passing of the days of the railroad and canal systems in the Midwest, hundreds of miles of rails have been paved over or recreated for use by the public. Because the railroads and waterways connected and intersected, a lot of the bike paths connect and Continue Reading
Family Travel Chat: Girl’s Weekend in Chicago #BayouTravel
Some of my readers have asked about having a Girl's (Mom & Daughter) Weekend in Chicago. I have many friends who have flown out with their tween or teen and set out for the Windy City. Spending a day out with your daughter in the city of Chicago makes for a day filled with fun and adventure, pampering and fun shopping. From American Girl Place to the Navy Pier Ferris Wheel to checking out her favorite animals at the zoo, there are tons of great activities to fill an entire girl’s day out in Continue Reading
New York City Travel: Free Things to do in NYC #BayouTravel
Are you planning a trip to New York City? If you're trying to stick to a budget, you may want to check out some of the free attractions and activities the city has to offer. Take a look at this list then make your plans to enjoy the Big Apple regardless of the size of your budget. Brooklyn Bridge Park Check out the attractions at Brooklyn Bridge Park -- an 85-acre recreation site that has a number of unique features and attractions. One that is especially memorable is a 1920s era carousel Continue Reading