DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES A Taste of Downtown: The Ultimate Food Lover’s Guide to Manhattan, Kansas Posted on June 6, 2019November 15, 2025 Yesterday Steven and I took part in the 6th Annual Taste of Downtown here in Manhattan, Kansas. Eleven downtown restaurants prepared a special tapas-like dish from their regular menus for participants to enjoy. It was the perfect way to sample some good food and a stroll through historic downtown Manhattan,… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Make Sicily Your Most Romantic Vacation Yet Posted on March 25, 2019December 20, 2025 Romance is always a huge part of an island escape in the Mediterranean. Combine it with the rich history, captivating landscape and amazing cuisine of Italy. Long sandy beaches, breath-taking cities cling to rocky cliffs, and where delicious food and wine poured can be enjoyed under the watchful eye of an active volcano. The island is the perfect backdrop for finding romance in Sicily. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES I Want to Walk the Camino de Santiago in Spain Posted on March 18, 2019December 20, 2025 I’m not a religious person. And people who know me would be surprised that from time to time, I even pray. It’s not because I believe God exists. But because I don’t know for sure, He doesn’t. I do, however, consider myself a spiritual person. I’m always trying to find… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Unique Date Ideas Near Fort Riley for a Romantic Getaway Posted on February 14, 2019July 23, 2026 Looking for a little romance in the Flint Hills? Escape the monotony of Fort Riley and Manhattan. And immerse yourself in the romance of wildflowers, panoramic sunsets, and the wide-open plains. Relax in the heart of prairie country with a loved one on a romantic getaway in the Flint Hills of Kansas. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Catania: First Impressions of Sicily’s Capitol City Posted on January 21, 2019December 20, 2025 You see Mt. Etna the moment you begin the approach. A plume of smoke rises above it, creating a halo that can be seen from just about every corner of the island. The landscape includes some amazing rock formations created by a river of lava forcing its way through the nooks… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Best Kid-Friendly Attractions in the Flint Hills of Kansas Posted on December 25, 2018November 15, 2025 Got kids and want to do something fun you and your kids will enjoy? Then you’ve come to the right place. In addition to the zoos, parks, and bike trails, in Manhattan, you’ll find activities packed with history and learning opportunities. There are several Kid-Friendly activities near Fort Riley in… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES The Best Shopping in Istanbul Turkey Posted on December 18, 2018July 24, 2026 Shopping for Turkish souvenirs in Istanbul, Turkey can be fun, cheap, historic, and delicious. Street vendors, shopping malls and centuries-old markets sell treasures that will remind you of your travels. Whether it’s something fun, edible or just pretty, shopping in Istanbul is an adventure you won’t soon forget. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Best Ethnic & Locally-Owned Restaurants in Manhattan KS Posted on December 15, 2018November 15, 2025 Thankfully, you don’t have to eat in a box in Manhattan, Kansas if you don’t want to. Skip the chain and fast-food restaurants. Here are 6 of the best ethnic and locally-owned restaurants in the Fort Riley/ Manhattan area. The Best Locally-Owned Restaurants Fort Riley, Manhattan and Junction City Kansas … Read more