What is there really to do in St. Louis? Isn’t it just like Chicago? This question was presented to me in conversation recently by a Californian, and it got me thinking just how easy it is to assume things based on opinions or simply a lack of time to really explore when traveling through a place. Not that this was a bad question to ask, I get it, the Midwest doesn’t necessarily have the beautiful coastlines and climates of other places, but tucked inside the Midwest region there are many gems within that are calling out to be discovered and appreciated by travelers passing through just as there are in…

Planning a good experience and sorting through the opinionated reviews My own perspective on travel has changed and broadened this year in particular. No more am I going to assume a place is a certain way before actually giving it a chance. I recommend freeing your thought from the opinions and just start fresh.  There is a big picture way to look at planning a trip. We are all different and I am not attempting to set any opinions on how people should look at travel. I am simply going to share what I do to plan a trip when I am in or going to a destination and give…