Click here for my Ann Arbor itinerary, University Days 80s and 90s Spotify playlist, and Destination Ann Arbor + The Mint Chip Mama Podcast! The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor is one of the top academic institutions in the world. As a student, you feel it. As a visitor, you feel it. Walking around – you feel it, it’s simplyContinue reading “Discover Ann Arbor Now: The Best Art And Activity Guide”
Category Archives: Family Attractions/Travel
Ann Arbor, Michigan Is One Of The Coolest Foodie Cities!
Ann Arbor is a true foodie city! Click here for my Ann Arbor itinerary, University Days Spotify 80s and 90s playlist, and Destination Ann Arbor + The Mint Chip Mama Podcast! Ann Arbor is a foodie town. It has tons of coffee shops, restaurants ranging from simple to fancy, tons of cuisines from international to locally grown, and someContinue reading “Ann Arbor, Michigan Is One Of The Coolest Foodie Cities!”
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25 Years Of My University Of Michigan Alumni Obsession
Hello from a proud Michigan alumni! Click here for my Ann Arbor itinerary, University Days Spotify 80s and 90s playlist, and Destination Ann Arbor + The Mint Chip Mama Podcast! Returning to Ann Arbor as a proud University of Michigan alumni was an incredible experience. Add in showing the campus and surrounding areas to my family for the first time, andContinue reading “25 Years Of My University Of Michigan Alumni Obsession”
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Travel Through Time And Soar Over New York At RiseNY!
RiseNY! What’s better than your first visit to RiseNY? Your second visit! My kids have been begging me to return since the second we exited a few years ago. This time we enjoyed it even more – and not just because they put my picture on their outdoor billboard! Ok. Yes. It’s because of theContinue reading “Travel Through Time And Soar Over New York At RiseNY!”
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The 2025 New York Botanical Garden Orchid Show
The New York Botanical Garden Orchid Show The Orchid Show: Mexican Modernism at the New York Botanical Garden! The Orchid Show holds a special place in my heart. Well – orchids hold a special place in my heart so a whole show of them is just the best! I couldn’t wait to see this annualContinue reading “The 2025 New York Botanical Garden Orchid Show”
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The One Where I Went To The Grand Canyon
Cameron Trading Post and The Grand Canyon East Rim The Grand Canyon is on most Arizona itineraries. Obviously, it’s because it’s incredible. After visiting Tucson, Sedona, Antelope Canyon, and Horseshoe Bend, the Grand Canyon was the final square on my Arizona Bingo card. I chose the off-the-beaten-path East Rim entrance so I could experience Desert ViewContinue reading “The One Where I Went To The Grand Canyon”
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Horseshoe Bend: The Stunning Creation Of The Colorado River
Horseshoe Bend, Glen Canyon, Lake Powell, Page My Arizona adventure continued up north – starting from Tucson, through Sedona, past Tuba City, and finally in Page. My most northern Arizona stop was filled with natural beauty. The Colorado River is the main character here and thus began my personal tour of her phases and stages. AfterContinue reading “Horseshoe Bend: The Stunning Creation Of The Colorado River”
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Antelope Canyon: The Bucket List Destination, Complete!
NavajoLand Hotel, Tuba Trading Post, Dixie’s Antelope Canyon Antelope Canyon has been on my Bucket List for years. As soon as I started planning my Arizona itinerary I knew I had to go. I learned there’s both an upper and lower section of Antelope Canyon – each offering their own tours. For several reasons, IContinue reading “Antelope Canyon: The Bucket List Destination, Complete!”
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Sedona: An Excellent Place For A Solo Hiking And Spiritual Adventure
Sedona, Arizona: a place with cloud iridescent rainbows in the air and trees twisting from underground crystals. After my amazing time in Tucson, I headed up to Sedona. While there were none of my newly beloved Saguaros, there was so much more. The Legend, The Myth, THE Sedona I’m going to start with a fun fact. WeContinue reading “Sedona: An Excellent Place For A Solo Hiking And Spiritual Adventure”
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Ben’s Bells: Join The “Be Kind” Movement
Ben’s Bells Have you seen a “Be Kind” mosaic around? Or a ceramic wind chime with a special tag? If so, my guess is a volunteer at Ben’s Bells in Tucson, Arizona made it! After walking around downtown Tucson and seeing these beautiful art pieces everywhere, I stumbled upon the HQ. Aka the historic 1868Continue reading “Ben’s Bells: Join The “Be Kind” Movement”
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