Just a short coastal drive from U.S. Route 1, Marshall Point Lighthouse sits quietly at the edge of Port Clyde Harbor, offering one of Maine’s most recognizable lighthouse walks. A wooden boardwalk stretches over the rocks and leads straight to the white tower at the water’s edge; a scene made famous in Forrest Gump and […]
Driving down Route 1 in Melbourne, Florida we came across the Vietnam War Exhibit and Educational Center. It’s well worth the visit since they have an amazing collection of Vietnam Era artifacts and the admission is free. The exhibit features a large exhibition of authentic artifacts and memorabilia used during the war.The display […]
Just minutes from U.S. Route 1 in downtown Rockland, the Rockland Harbor & Breakwater offers one of Maine’s most memorable coastal walks. A nearly mile-long granite breakwater stretches straight into Penobscot Bay, guiding visitors toward the iconic Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse at its far end. With the ocean on both sides and boats passing through the […]
Just a few minutes from U.S. Route 1 near Rockland, the Owls Head Transportation Museum packs a surprising amount of history into a scenic coastal setting. Inside its hangars, you’ll find beautifully restored vintage aircraft, classic automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, and engines, each telling a piece of America’s transportation story. What makes this stop special is […]
Walking down Duval street in Key West, we reached the corner of Caroline street, which reminded us of Jimmy Buffett’s 1976 song “Woman Goin’ Crazy on Caroline Street”, as we strolled down we came upon the sign for Garbo’s Grill and the aromas drifting our way. Operating out of an a shiny Airstream trailer […]
In 1882 at 110 East 14th Street in Manhattan, a young German immigrant named August Guido Luchow bought a modest cafe, where he worked behind the bar and as a waiter. With a $1500 loan from his friend piano magnate, William Steinway, he opened the iconic German restaurant Luchow’s, that was once one of […]
Way back in 1954 a Key West tradition began with authentic Cuban and Conch cuisine created by Sandy Santiago Sr. and his son, Sandy Jr. at Sandy’s Cafe. It’s located at the M&M Laundromat (so you can bring your laundry) at the corner of White street and Virginia street with walk up windows for […]
This story captures both a business transition and a small reflection of political shifts in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The Trump Store, located in suburban Philadelphia, is closing after six years in operation. The actual closing date will be announced soon and should be posted on their website at – https://trumpstorepa.com/. Owner Mike Domanico explained that […]
Loud, rowdy fun, full of energy and top notch live music is what Irish Kevin’s is all about. Opened in July of 1998 with one goal in mind, for people to have a good time and to forget about life for a while. And yes, there is a real Irish Kevin. His name […]
Over the last 10 years, we have made over 50 road trips down Route 1 to Key West, mainly because it’s like going to the Caribbean, for fishing, diving and just plain fun. But one of the coolest things about the Keys is how dog friendly all the bars and restaurants are. So […]
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