Three States in Nine Days

Can I visit three states in nine days during Spring Break? In 2023, I spent $1,334 when I visited Maine, Tennessee, and Kansas. In 2024, I visited New York, Arizona, and Florida. How much did I spend this year? You can review my budget at the end of this post.

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The 43rd state Idaho

Visit the 43rd State, Idaho

I crossed off my visit to the 43rd state, Idaho. When I saw a fare for $99 each way, I booked immediately. My original fare to Boise dropped $14. Remember, if you find a lower fare on SWA, you will receive a flight credit for the difference. Check fares regularly.

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Charleston the Holy City

Did you know Charleston’s nickname is the Holy City? While looking through the HGV Max Member portal, I found a studio available during Winter Break at Liberty Place. If you have read my blog, you know I purchased a timeshare. However, you can reserve a room on the Hilton website.

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Little Rock, Arkansas

Have you heard of the LITfest in Little Rock, Arkansas? I was trying to cross off Arkansas on my list of 50 states to visit when I came across this event. At first, I was okay touring the Big Dam Bridge and a restaurant featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.

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Chicago Bears PreSeason

Chicago Bears Preseason

Are you ready to attend a Chicago Bears Preseason Game? I am starting a new tradition of attending a preseason game every year. In 2021 I went to Nashville. Before the pandemic, I was in Indianapolis. The Bears were 2-0 before I headed to Cleveland for the final preseason game.

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SLS Baha Mar or Grand Hyatt?

SLS Baha Mar or Grand Hyatt

SLS Baha Mar or Grand Hyatt? I did not make my Senior Spring Break Trip to the Bahamas in 1980. I finally made the trip in 2022. Although I continue to cut down my list of states to visit, I am also working on places I missed over the years.

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Are you ready to book a 7-Day Inside Passage Alaska Cruise?

What to Expect on a 7-Day Inside Passage Alaska Cruise

Are you ready to book a 7-Day Inside Passage Alaska Cruise? The options were endless, so I contacted Lesley at Live Longitude Travel for assistance. Although I am trying to visit all 50 states, I did not want to check off Alaska on my list. I desired the total experience.

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7-Day Inside Passage

7-Day Inside Passage Alaska Cruise Planning

I am going on a 7-Day Inside Passage Alaska Cruise. In this post, I share how I planned my cruise with assistance from Lesley from Live Longitude Travel. I will scratch Alaska off my list of states to visit this year. Do not be afraid to travel solo, be prepared.

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Nebraska and Iowa

Visit Nebraska and Iowa at the Same Time

Can you visit Nebraska and Iowa in one day? Have you heard of the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge? Until I googled things to do in Omaha, I was unaware. I booked my flight, searched for hotel accommodations, and checked the official Visit Omaha website. I was excited to go Bobbing.

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How Many States Have You Visited?

How Many States Have You Visited?

How many states have you visited? Believe it or not, I have only been to 38 states. Because I travel to Arizona, Florida, and Nevada frequently, I have missed checking off all 50 states. In this post, I visit Providence, Rhode Island. Can I visit 12 more states in 2022?

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