Cheesy Pizza, Big Burritos, Mighty T-Bones & Countless Celebrities in Page County, Iowa

August 9, 2022August 10, 2022 jayjaygeorgeLeave a comment

*The influence on America’s musical history can still be seen and heard in this corner of SW-Iowa. The cities of Shenandoah and Clarinda are two of the Midwest’s most precious areas when it comes to the historic musical origins that fans all over the world would agree with. Our visit to Page County was sponsored… Continue reading Cheesy Pizza, Big Burritos, Mighty T-Bones & Countless Celebrities in Page County, Iowa

2022 T-Bone Trail · Grownup Getaways · Historic US Route 20 · Museums and History · Northwest Iowa · Outdoors All Year

Endless Woodbury County, Iowa Discoveries: Iconic Taverns, Thick Cut Memories & the History of America

July 29, 2022August 1, 2022 jayjaygeorgeLeave a comment

*The largest metro area in Western Iowa is the Sioux City area, and we covered a ton of ground in this great American town and much more throughout this huge county! Our trip to Woodbury County was sponsored and funded by the Western Iowa Tourism Region. The views expressed in this blog post are of… Continue reading Endless Woodbury County, Iowa Discoveries: Iconic Taverns, Thick Cut Memories & the History of America

2022 T-Bone Trail · Grownup Getaways · Iowa Wine, Beer, and Spirits · Southwest Iowa

On A Byway for Juicy Beef, Haunted History & Old Friends in Mills County, IA

July 19, 2022August 7, 2022 jayjaygeorge1 Comment

*The loops and main roads of the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway will guide you into Mills County and the beautiful county seat of Glenwood during your much needed road trip. Our visit to Mills County was sponsored and funded by the Western Iowa Tourism Region. Some of the meals, goods and services were complimentary.… Continue reading On A Byway for Juicy Beef, Haunted History & Old Friends in Mills County, IA

Alabama · Grownup Getaways

Save Your Vacation Days: Plan an Alabama Beaches FlexCation!

December 12, 2021December 12, 2021 jayjaygeorgeLeave a comment

Working at home? Needing a little inspiration? Cabin fever setting in? Let’s look at some options for all us grownups and get a FlexCation planned for Alabama Beaches and unwind while we get our work done! *We had the great pleasure to be hosted by the awesome folks at Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Tourism.… Continue reading Save Your Vacation Days: Plan an Alabama Beaches FlexCation!

East Central Iowa · Grownup Getaways · Iowa Wine, Beer, and Spirits

Brewery Gallivanting in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

June 29, 2021June 29, 2021 jayjaygeorgeLeave a comment

*We had the pleasure of landing another gig with Travel Iowa and we were excited to spark another partnership with them and promote Iowa’s breweries. All the views expressed in this blog post are of my own. Grab an Iowa beer and do some gallivanting! Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Linn County Let’s think of some nutritional… Continue reading Brewery Gallivanting in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

2021 T-Bone Trail · Grownup Getaways · Southwest Iowa

Sugary, Beefy, Artistic, Scenic: Mills County & One of Iowa’s Best Beer Buddies

June 12, 2021June 19, 2021 jayjaygeorge6 Comments

*Southwest Iowa brings a certain kind of scenery to the state that more travelers and outdoors enthusiasts are discovering every year. We have made several trips to the Southwest Iowa region and every time we want to explore more and more. Our trip was hosted by the Malvern Bank, Zack Jones, and Glenwood Area Chamber… Continue reading Sugary, Beefy, Artistic, Scenic: Mills County & One of Iowa’s Best Beer Buddies

2021 T-Bone Trail · Grownup Getaways · Lodging · West Central Iowa

Staying With Cass County’s Inn Crowd: Atlantic Inn & Suites

June 12, 2021June 12, 2021 jayjaygeorgeLeave a comment

*The Coca-Cola Capital of Iowa has been one heck of a destination for us over the past couple years. We manage to reconnect with someone every time we show up and our last visit was no exception. Our stay at the Atlantic Inn & Suites was complimentary and the views expressed in this blog post… Continue reading Staying With Cass County’s Inn Crowd: Atlantic Inn & Suites

Grownup Getaways · Lodging · Northeast Iowa · The Mud Belt-Traveling the Mississippi

Picking Your Suite Escape in New Albin, Iowa

November 4, 2020November 4, 2020 jayjaygeorgeLeave a comment

*We’ve stayed in Lansing, Waukon, and now you can add New Albin to the list of towns that have hosted us in Allamakee County, Iowa! Our stay at the New Albin Inn & Suites was complimentary and the views expressed in this blog post are always of our own. Let’s gallivant! New Albin, IA: Allamakee… Continue reading Picking Your Suite Escape in New Albin, Iowa

Grownup Getaways · Iowa Wine, Beer, and Spirits · Northeast Iowa · Outdoors All Year · The Mud Belt-Traveling the Mississippi

At Long Last It’s Lansing-Peak Autumn Season in Far NE-Iowa

October 18, 2020 jayjaygeorge2 Comments

*It was a long time coming, but we made back on the road. I was honored to be hosted by the folks at Allamakee Economic Development and Tourism. The views expressed are always of our own. Let’s gallivant! Lansing, Iowa: Allamakee County Several months slipped by since our last official gallivant back in March of… Continue reading At Long Last It’s Lansing-Peak Autumn Season in Far NE-Iowa

Grownup Getaways · Minnesota · The Mud Belt-Traveling the Mississippi

Winter Weekend Saint Paul Style-The Much Needed Night Out We’d Travel For Again & Again

February 12, 2020March 1, 2020 jayjaygeorge1 Comment

Saint Paul, MN: Ramsey County (Our First Minnesota County) We came to Saint Paul for many reasons, like their annual Winter Carnival and all the variety this major metro area showcases. Mission accomplished! Thanks, everyone, and we can’t wait to come back! Whooooah! Let’s get into more detail because this is just part one of… Continue reading Winter Weekend Saint Paul Style-The Much Needed Night Out We’d Travel For Again & Again

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