Best places to visit in Illinois
On a recent "Presidents & Parks" trip, I found some of the Best places to visit in Illinois! Or not, depending on your travel tastes! Since I'm writing about Illinois,…
Best place to learn about Lincoln
What is the best place to learn about Lincoln? Why, it's Springfield, IL, of course! He lived there for 24 years before becoming the US President. Ok, maybe it's second…
All Fifty Club Conference
The All Fifty Club Conference took place in Richmond, VA, on September 27, 2025. The Driveby Tourist is featured in a conference booth. Like many posts here, this one is…
Where can you surf on the Great Lakes?
So, where can you surf on the Great Lakes? And what else can you do in a "surf town?" Or maybe you just want to vacation on Lake Michigan in…
Amazing things to see in Nebraska
Yes, here are some truly amazing things to see in Nebraska! Until recently, VisitNebraska’s tourism slogan was: “Honestly, it’s not for everyone.” While that phrase might catch you off guard,…
Astonishing ghosts in St. Paul!
Do you want to hear about astonishing ghosts in St. Paul? The St. Paul Ghost Tour leads you through ten intriguing locations along Summit Avenue, a historic street known for…
Why you should love North Dakota?
Have you ever been to North Dakota? Here are reasons for "Why you should love North Dakota!" For those visiting there or for those who are in the "Saving the…
Abilene – Eisenhower & Gunsmoke History
Be sure to visit Abilene - Eisenhower & Gunsmoke History celebrated! Abilene consistently ranks among the best historic small towns in the US. In 2025, it earned second place in…
Love Winter Warmth in Ottertail Minnesota
Oh, come on, you know you'd love winter warmth in Ottertail, MN! Visit here for a Minnesota "Lake Town" experience. Yes, it's not a large town, but be prepared for…
Hays, KS & the Gunsmoke Trail – Love it!
Welcome to Hays, KS & the Gunsmoke Trail! Hays is on I-70 in the western part of the state. Although Dodge City played the most significant role in the Gunsmoke…
Dodge City & The Gunsmoke Trail
Dodge City & The Gunsmoke Trail starts with a visit to the Boot Hill museum. From there, I've included representative samples of the places I'll be discussing with you. However,…
Ramblin’ Roads Thoughts and Comments
Want to read some of my thoughts and comments, mostly about road trips and other traveling? Here's the Ramblin' Roads Thoughts and Comments series. Some subjects may be nonsensical, and…
Wichita & The Gunsmoke Trail
While "doing Kansas," be sure to seek out Wichita & the Gunsmoke Trail. Wichita is Kansas's largest city, so there is much to do—something to consider when visiting the Gunsmoke…
Don’t you love the Gunsmoke Trail?
The big question is, "Don't you love the Gunsmoke Trail?" The Trail draws many visitors who tour all four of the Kansas Cities. You can take as much time as…
Why is Eisenhower one of the best?
Did you know that C-SPAN answers the question, "Why is Eisenhower one of the best?" C-SPAN rankings encompass ten categories and feature over 100 history and presidential scholars who complete…
Challenge: National Parks & Presidents
Would you be up for the Challenge: National Parks & Presidents? The trip initially goes down the center of the US to Arkansas. Then, it makes a right turn through…
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