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Author Archives: Jan Ross

Chasing Lewis and Clark with Un-Cruise Adventures

Posted on April 8, 2015 by Jan Ross

Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, intrepid explorers dispatched by President Thomas Jefferson in the early 1800s to find a route across the western United States, did not have an easy trip. Battling Native Americans, braving extreme heat and cold, making their way down treacherous rapids and starving, they gradually made their way to their ultimate … Continue reading »

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Dressing Downton at the Biltmore Estate

Posted on April 6, 2015 by Jan Ross

Three years ago, I visited the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina for the first time and was immediately struck by the similarity between the lifestyle epitomized by this sumptuous estate and the one depicted on the popular BBC television show “Downton Abbey”, even writing an article about the similarities. Apparently, I was not the … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Fence and Mountains in Cades Cove

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Jan Ross

Tom got this shot in the Smoky Mountains National Park when there was still snow on the ground. Pin It

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Dining Our Way Around St. Simons Island, Georgia

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Jan Ross

Strewn along the emerald waters of the Georgia coast like a string of golden beads are the aptly named Golden Isles, several enchanting barrier islands including Jekyll Island, Sea Island, Little St. Simons Island, St. Simons Island and the mainland city of Brunswick. The largest of the Golden Isles is St. Simons where visitors come … Continue reading »

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Firekeepers Casino Hotel

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Jan Ross

    It’s ironic that we have discovered a love for casino hotels when we don’t even gamble. We first discovered casino hotels in Las Vegas (naturally!) and, aside from walking through the casino to access the outside doors, we never gambled once. Our record didn’t change when we visited the Firekeepers Casino Hotel in … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Mountain Stream and Tunnel in Cades Cove

Posted on March 27, 2015 by Jan Ross

Cades Cove is a great place to drive around in the Smoky Mountains National Park. Tom got this shot of a stream and tunnel. Pin It

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It’s Not Too Late for a Michigan Ski Getaway Weekend!

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Jan Ross

Although daffodils are poking their little, bright yellow heads up in certain parts of the country, there are still plenty of snow and skiing options available in northern Michigan. Snow doesn’t melt in these parts until late in the Spring and there are lots of advantages to planning one more ski weekend before Spring truly … Continue reading »

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Maumee Bay State Park Lodge and Conference Center

Posted on March 23, 2015 by Jan Ross

I’m just going to be totally honest; our expectations for a state park lodge were pretty low. In our experience, they are nice but not anything spectacular. You all. We could not have possibly been more wrong. Maumee Bay State Park Lodge and Conference Center is absolutely amazing. Located in the tiny town of Oregon, … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Koi at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel

Posted on March 20, 2015 by Jan Ross

I got this shot of some koi in the water at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and love the way the open ceiling is reflected in the water.  

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An Idyllic Winter Getaway at Crooked River Lodge

Posted on March 18, 2015 by Jan Ross

Spring may be rapidly approaching but, in Michigan, winter still  has a firm hold and this is perfect if you are not quite over your love of snow and related activities. Like us. Every trip we take to our new love, Michigan, we learn more about this amazing state, the scenic towns, and the wonderful … Continue reading »

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