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    7 Things To Do In Clemson University (Open to the Public)

    Whenever I visit a university town, it is hard to figure out which buildings are open to the public and what sites one can visit. Here’s a guide on 7 Things to Do in Clemson University. I’ve identified which buildings are open to the public and which places are notable to visit while inside the University complex.  Fort Hill: A Historic Home (National Historic Landmark) in Clemson University Address:  520 Fort Hill St, Clemson, SCHours: Monday to Saturday 10 am to 4:30 pm, Sunday 2 pm to 4:30 pmThe property may close for lunch between 12 to 1 pm, so please call to confirm hours on the day of your visit.…

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    5 Things to Do in Eklutna Lake Alaska

    If you want off-the-beaten-path places to visit in Alaska, but are close enough to Anchorage to make it a day trip, how about you visit Eklutna Lake? This huge lake is less than an hour from Anchorage and boasts a ton of outdoor activities you can do. Here are some suggested things to do in Eklutna Lake Alaska.  Things To Do in Eklutna Lake Alaska #1: Hike Up the Twin Peaks or Pepper Peak Trail Probably the most challenging thing you can do while at Eklutna Lake is to hike up the Twin Peaks or Pepper Peak Trail. It is strenuous to hike up but the views up top will…

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    What to Expect On The Alaska Railroad

    The Alaska Railroad is a bucket list item to do when visiting the Last Frontier of Alaska. Some views you’ll see while on the train are amazing. It beats driving down and focusing on the road instead of the views. Here’s what to expect and why you should ride the Alaska Railroad and visit Alaska at least once.  What is the most scenic train route on the Alaska Railroad?  The most scenic train route would be the Coastal Classic route. These trains go from Anchorage to Whittier (or vice versa). If you are going from Anchorage to Girdwood, and you are able to choose seats, sit on the right side…

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    Ultimate Shopping Guide to Sheboygan Wisconsin

    Here’s our ultimate shopping guide to Sheboygan, Wisconsin to help you narrow down the places you can get the best souvenirs and cool finds to remind you of your trip.  I’ve divided the areas into the downtown area and the lakefront area so you won’t spend much time driving around the place. It will also make it easy for you to decide if you would want to stay by the lakefront (highly recommended) or downtown.  Downtown Area Shopping in Sheboygan, Wisconsin The downtown area of Sheboygan has indie shops and restaurants. It’s so fun to see downtown as vibrant as Sheboygan’s, with small businesses dotting the streets. It makes it…

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    Ultimate Alaska Shopping Guide (What to Buy)

    When going to far-off places whether on vacation or a work trip, it’s hard not to come home with cool souvenirs. Alaska is one of those unique places to visit that has so much to offer. Here’s our Alaska shopping guide and things you can buy that’s uniquely Alaskan. Hopefully, this guide can help you narrow down what you want to buy and budget for them before you leave for your trip.  Planning an Alaska Trip? Here’s what to do:  The Made in Alaska Symbol If you find this picture of a polar bear in any of the products that you buy in Alaska, this is the Made in Alaska…

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I'm Ruby. Originally from Manila, Philippines. My husband is Peter, and he's originally from Bratislava, Slovakia. Our little one is Alex, and he's a third-culture kid born in the US to immigrant parents. We aim to see the world one weekend and vacation day at a time so come along for the journey. You can read more About Us on our page.

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