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Everything You Need to Know about Scottish Whisky

Everything you need to Know about Scottish whisky- tasting, buying, and where to go in Scotland to learn more or visit a distillery. And a review of the Scottish Whisky Experience in Edinburgh. Everything You Need to Know about Scottish Whisky I am not sure if I should reveal this fact, but until our first visit to Scotland, some 10 years ago, I didn’t drink Scottish whisky. But as often happens when you travel, you find new tastes and make … Read More

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Cincinnati, Indianapolis or Cleveland for a Holiday in the Midwest

Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Cleveland for a holiday in the Midwest can be a fun, affordable destinations all year round. Here we highlight fun things to do in each city. We often overlook the good ‘ole Midwest for a holiday destination. With mid-size cities like Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Cleveland, a holiday in the Midwest can be a fun, affordable region all year round. So, let’s have a look at what these three cities offer for a holiday in the Midwest. Cincinnati … Read More

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Vail vs Palm Springs for a Long Weekend

Vail vs. Palm Springs for a long weekend, we look at opportunities to wine, dine, relax and get outdoors in these two towns so you can decide for yourself. Do you have a long weekend? Trying to decide where to spend it? For us the perfect long weekend destination is somewhere to relax, get outdoors, maybe hit a spa and still have plenty of things to do. Add some fantastic bars and restaurants and it’s the perfect spot for a … Read More

Austin and Asheville for Beer and BBQ- where to find great BBQ and beer www.compassandfork.com

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Austin and Asheville Beer and BBQ

Where to find great beer and BBQ in Austin and Asheville, two cities known for great beer and barbecue. Do you have a favorite? Texas and North Carolina are both known for BBQ. And what goes better with great BBQ than a nice cold beer. So, we picked two cities known for great food, Austin and Asheville (just a coincidence they both start with A), to represent their respective states to see which would be a better place to find … Read More

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Atlanta vs. Charlotte for a Fall Weekend

If you want to enjoy the crisp clear Autumn weather and get in a final weekend getaway before winter arrives, where would you choose, Atlanta or Charlotte for a fall weekend? Using some criteria specifically designed for the fall season: fall foliage, outdoor activities, food and wine, price, accessibility and accommodation options, we look at what Atlanta and Charlotte offer for a fall weekend getaway. Atlanta for a Fall Weekend Getaway Fall Foliage in Atlanta With a wide variety of … Read More

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Chicago and New Orleans for Blues Music

Where to find the Best Live Blues Music in Chicago and New Orleans Blues Music in the USA is associated with three cities, Memphis, Chicago and New Orleans. And indeed, America is the home of Blues music. Having originated in the deep south with African American communities in the Mississippi Delta, Blues music slowly began to spread northward as migration headed North after the Civil War. In the 1920’s Blues music was very popular in New Orleans, Memphis, Detroit and … Read More