NC Explorer: Fun Things to do in Beaufort NC

Fun things to do…in Beaufort NC Set your clocks to Coastal Time as we travel to the North Carolina coastal town of Beaufort where history, beauty and beach vibes collide for a fabulously great time. I grew up going to Beaufort with my family. My grandparents had a condo in nearby Atlantic Beach and we’d […]

City by the Sea: Fun Things to do near Wilmington NC

Wilmington NC is the eastern terminus of I-40, the place where the road runs out and sand meets the sea. Only two hours east of Raleigh in the southeastern corner of North Carolina where the Cape Fear River moves towards the Atlantic Ocean, Wilmington and its environs is an adventure for a lifetime. The area […]

Amazing Mountain Towns in North Carolina

The North Carolina Mountains are a place of endless wonders, mystery and majesty. The mountains of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge are calling and you must go. Today I wanted to share a list of Amazing Mountain Towns in the heart of NC’s mountain country, from Franklin to Blowing Rock… Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park […]

Blue Ridge Explorer: Relax at a North Carolina Mountain Resort

Relax at a North Carolina Mountain Resort… One of my favorite travel haunts is exploring the beauty of wonder of The Blue Ridge Mountains. I grew up a a few hours from The Blue Ridge Parkway and have been blessed to visit a few times a year, taking in the scenic byway and exploring the […]

Black Hills Explorer: Fun in Custer State Park

Last time on American Nomad, we explored highlights in the majestic Black Hills of South Dakota and southeastern Wyoming. Today I wanted to take some time in one of my favorite parks in the US – Custer State Park. I first visited Custer State Park in 2009 after graduating from college. My mom and I […]

Fun things to do in the Black Hills of South Dakota

If you are looking for a world class adventure perfect for the whole family look no further than The Black Hills in the southwestern corner of South Dakota. This isolated mountain range of granite outcroppings and lush forests rise out of the Badlands and South Dakota prairies that surround the hills. The tallest mountain in […]

Fun Things to Do in Raleigh NC

In today’s edition of American Nomad, I’m sharing a few of my favorite things to do in my hometown of Raleigh North Carolina. Quick Facts: Location: Raleigh is in the Piedmont Region of North Carolina…NC has a diverse terrain from Mountains to Piedmont (hilly region) and the Coastal Plain (and gorgeous coast). Why visit Raleigh? […]

Must See in Asheville NC

Tucked in the beauty and mystery of the smoky Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville North Carolina is a hub for culture, arts and moutaineers seeking adventure. I’m blessed to live only a few hours from this mountain jewel and try to visit Asheville several times a year. No matter how often I visit I never tire […]

Must See in Rome…

This month on American Nomad we’re exploring The Eternal City – Rome. Founded nearly 2800 years ago, Rome is a city of myth and majesty. In its height it was the center of The Roman Empire – with all roads leading to Rome. Though it fell to invaders in 476 AD, Rome continued to persist […]

Fun Facts about The Vatican

Located in the heart of Rome, The Vatican has been the center of Christian worship for nearly two millenia. Built on top of the burial site of St. Peter, The Vatican is the seat of The Roman Catholic Church and a pilgrimmage spot for millions of faithful each year. I visited The Vatican for the […]