Good Ol’ American Hamburger in Moonshine, Illinois
Would you drive over two hours to eat a regular American hamburger in the middle of nowhere? A most resounded, Yes! and thousands of people…
Visiting the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum for the First Time
Have you ever explored a Presidential Library and Museum? I haven’t until I spent some time visiting Springfield. After buying a ticket, I explored the…
Exploring the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
Right next to a bustling highway east of St. Louis in Illinois is one of the 24 UNESCO sites within the continental United States. The…
Driving Through the Seven Gates of Hell in Collinsville, Illinois
Catchy signs on the edge of farms, oversized items in small towns, and even wineries that remind you of Italy can all be found while…
World’s Largest Ketchup Bottle – Weird Roadside Attraction
I have come across many weird roadside attractions on my road trips around the United States. This giant bottle of ketchup is one that I…
Things to do in Springfield: Home of Abraham Lincoln
I have driven past the highway exits for Springfield too many times to count. For all the times I have visited and driven through Illinois,…
Extended Stay Chicago: How to Find a Place to Stay Long Term?
Visiting Chicago for a short trip can surprise you in how much there is to do here. So much so that you might be tempted…
Chain of Rocks Bridge: Crossing the Mississippi on Route 66
Cruising along the infamous Route 66, you would expect a smooth crossing over the Mississippi on the Chain of Rocks Bridge. But, for over 30…
Worlds Largest Covered Wagon – Weird Roadside Attraction
Driving north along I-55 in Illinois, I saw a sign saying “Worlds Largest Covered Wagon” exit 123. What was that? Never heard of it or…
The Science Behind Pixar
Have you ever wondered how Pixar makes the fantastic movies your kid loves? Face it; you love them too! Henry Ford Museum’s “The Science Behind…