Split Rock Lighthouse
100+ Reasons to Love Minnesota!
If you've never been to Minnesota, you need to add it to your bucket list! Unless you like cold, don't make your visit between mid-November and mid-March. If you have…
Volcano at night
Hawaii – Gotta Love it – 50th – to first in the heart!
Are you visiting Hawaii soon? Or have you been there once or multiple times? No matter what parts you see, you'll likely say, "Hawaii - Gotta Love it!" There are…
50 States to Love! Visit all of ’em!
The Driveby Tourist encourages people to visit as many states as they can. After all, we have 50 States to Love! As of January 2023, I've seen every state at…
20 things to Love on the North Shore MN
The North Shore of Lake Superior from Duluth to the Canadian border remains one of Minnesota's genuinely great places to visit. I'll take you through much more than 20 things…
A dozen reasons to love WV!
My recent Eastern 26 trip took me through West Virginia. Here's a link to the post about the entire journey. And 'this-here' post contains a dozen reasons to love WV!…
Rock n Roll Hall of Fame
25+ Reasons not to hate Ohio!
Although Cleveland seems to get more than other places, Ohio still gets a bad rap! I just saw a quote about the Mall of America in Minnesota. The person said,…
Taft's resume
10 Best Reasons to treasure Taft!
William Howard Taft became the 27th President of the United States in 1909. Later, he became the 10th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. He's the only person to serve…
Gardens and the Kentucky State Capitol
Best 25 Places to see in Kentucky
The Eastern 26 trip leads to "Best 25 Places to see in Kentucky," which has not been "my Old Kentucky Home," but I have been here before! But Kentucky follows…
This one is right side up - I'm sure!
Mammoth Cave National Park Quirky Sights
What becomes more fascinating than a large cave? Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky provides a series of fantastic tours. But, there are also some quirky sights within the cave.…
Another view of the house
Zachary Taylor the Conflicted President
Born in Virginia, taken to Kentucky as an infant, and raised on a plantation, Zachary Taylor the Conflicted Man became President of the US. But, he also ran a plantation…
Future posts to Love!
Here's to reading about plans for posts. Not all of them will happen soon, and a few may "fall off the edge of the world!" (No, I'm not a "flat-earther."…
25+ Dad jokes & Everything you Need to Read!
Do you want to read a collection of "Dad Jokes?" I'm collecting them and giving credit where credit is due. If you have a great "dad joke," let me know,…
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs
This page is for Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs only. Please email me with questions you'd like answered on this page. This one was made by Canva as well! All…
No Pressure “Love the Stuff” Shopping with The Driveby Tourist
I know! I know! Why does everything have advertising? My blog and most other travel blogs are reader-supported. However, I don't want you to feel obligated at all. If you…
Indiana State Capitol Dome
Indiana Adventures and Interesting Places
After leaving Michigan, I visit Indiana, spending two nights in Indianapolis (Indy). As a matter of fact, I've published separate posts for Indiana Dunes National Park and President Benjamin Harrison.…
Another view of Harrison's House
Benjamin Harrison from Indiana Originally?
No, Harrison, born in 1833, grew up in Ohio and attended Miami University. However, after obtaining a law degree, he moved to Indianapolis to begin a law practice. But, he's…