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Two Feet From a Tiger: My First Day at Tanganyika Wildlife Park

There are wildlife parks… And then there are places that completely redefine what you thought was possible. Before arriving at Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Wichita, Kansas, I knew I was in for something different. As a content creator selected to partner with the park, I’d done my research and knew Tanganyika was famous for its […]

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Eco-Tourism & Conservation, Family Travel, Outdoor Adventures, Photography, Road Trip, US Travel Adventures

Road Trip Day 3: Why the Best Stops Were Never Part of the Plan

Part of the Lenses & Latitudes Midwest Road Trip Series When I planned our third day on the road, everything looked perfect on paper. Leave St. Louis. Make a few Route 66 stops. Photograph some classic roadside attractions. Arrive in Wichita. Simple. What actually happened turned out to be even better. Day 3 became a

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Family Travel, Photography, Road Trip, US Travel Adventures

City Museum St. Louis: The Place That Made Me Feel Like a Kid Again

Why one of America’s most unique attractions became a highlight of our 9-day Midwest road trip. A stunning wide image that immediately showcases the creativity and scale of City Museum. There are very few places in the world where adults are encouraged to crawl through tunnels, climb into caves, squeeze through hidden passageways, and open

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Architecture, Family Travel, Photography, US Travel Adventures

The Cheshire St. Louis: How We Escaped to Europe Without Leaving St. Louis

A British-Inspired Retreat That Became One of Our Favorite Stops on a Midwest Road Trip Location: 6300 Clayton Road St. Louis, MO 63117 I Booked the James Bond Suite. I Left Talking About the Entire Hotel. Less than twelve hours after leaving Richmond, Kentucky to begin our nine-day Midwest road trip, I found myself feeling

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Architecture, Family Travel, Road Trip, US Travel Adventures
Pink Elephant Antique Mall Livingston Illinois on Route 66

Pink Elephant Antique Mall: A Must-Visit Route 66 Attraction in Illinois

How a planned lunch stop turned into a four-hour adventure filled with antiques, homemade fudge, family hospitality, and one unforgettable Haunted School experience. Location: 908 Veterans Memorial Drive, Livingston, IllinoisWebsite: pinkelephantantiquemall.comFacebook: Pink Elephant Antique MallHours: Daily, 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. We Planned to Stop for Lunch. Four Hours Later, We Were Still There. When

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Day 1: Route 66 Roadside Attractions, Murals, and Unexpected Adventures on the Way to St. Louis

June 13, 2026 After a month of planning, outreach, and anticipation, June 13 had finally arrived. At 8:00 a.m., my brother Craig and I pulled out of Richmond, Kentucky, officially beginning our 2026 Summer Road Trip. While St. Louis was our destination for the day, I quickly discovered that Day 1 was going to be

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Family Travel, Photography, Road Trip, Shopping, Street Art, US Travel Adventures

The Ultimate Midwest Road Trip: Route 66, Tanganyika Wildlife Park & Hidden Gems

A few weeks before this trip began, I was wandering through London with my camera in hand. I spent my days photographing royal parks, historic architecture, hidden details, and the little things most visitors walk right past. It was one of those trips that reminds me why I love photography and travel so much. Then

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Eco-Tourism & Conservation, Family Travel, Outdoor Adventures, Photography, Road Trip, Street Art, US Travel Adventures, Wanderlust

Looking Up: A Photographer’s Guide to London’s Architectural Details

When most visitors think about photographing London, their minds immediately jump to Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, or St. Paul’s Cathedral. Those landmarks deserve every bit of attention they receive. But during my first afternoon walking through London, I discovered something equally rewarding: the incredible architectural details hiding on nearly every street. From ornate

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Architecture, International Adventures, Outdoor Adventures, Photography
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Hyde Park Through a Photographer’s Lens: Discovering London’s Hidden Details

When most visitors think of Hyde Park, they picture one of London’s most famous green spaces—a place to stroll, picnic, or escape the city’s busy streets. As a photographer, however, I quickly discovered that Hyde Park is much more than an urban park. It’s a place where grand architecture, hidden gardens, remarkable trees, and tiny

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Family Travel, Hiking & Nature, International Adventures, Outdoor Adventures, Photography, Wanderlust
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