Abigail Cox

Great meals often begin long before you step into the kitchen. Across Indiana, outstanding grocery stores and neighborhood…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 9

Elegant architecture has a way of stopping you in your tracks, and few Illinois landmarks make a stronger…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 9

The most rewarding mountain lakes are often the ones that require a little extra effort to reach. Tucked…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 9

Great bread begins long before the dough reaches the oven. At Muddy Fork Bakery near Bloomington, organic grains…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Hot summer days don’t have to mean giving up on hiking. Across Illinois, shaded trails wind beneath towering…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Not every café can brighten your day before you’ve even finished your drink. Black Forest Cat Café in…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Fresh air, open fields, and a slower pace have a way of making everyday stress disappear. Across Indiana,…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Great waterfront restaurants don’t rely on the view alone. River Roast, perched along the Chicago River in the…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

As summer begins to wind down, Colorado’s lake towns become even more inviting. Warm days still make it…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Crystal-clear water and towering rock walls make for a summer destination that’s unlike almost anywhere else in Indiana.…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Chicago’s lakefront offers countless places to admire Lake Michigan, but few feel as peaceful as Promontory Point. Extending…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Affordable Colorado towns are becoming increasingly difficult to find, which is why Walsenburg continues to stand out. Nestled…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 7

Fresh bread has a way of turning an ordinary meal into something people remember. That’s why so many…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 7

There’s something special about reaching the perfect viewpoint just as the sun begins to sink below the horizon.…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 7

The best bakeries have one thing in common: locals know to arrive early. Boonzaaijer’s Dutch Bakery in Colorado…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 7

Some restaurants become local favorites, while others earn the kind of loyal following that keeps people coming back…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 7

Not every museum leaves you talking about it long after you’ve walked out the door. The Indiana Medical…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 7

Colorado’s Mexican food scene goes far beyond the familiar neighborhood taco spot. Across the state, you’ll find restaurants…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 7

Dinner becomes much more memorable when it’s paired with jousting knights, galloping horses, and the atmosphere of a…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 7

Crystal-clear blue water isn’t something most people expect to find in an old Indiana quarry. Hidden Paradise Campground…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 6

The best playgrounds don’t just entertain children—they spark imagination from the moment you arrive. Wild Rumpus Park in…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 6

There’s still time to squeeze in a few more beach days before summer comes to a close. Scattered…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 6

A romantic evening feels even more memorable when it unfolds on the water. Moored on Lake Freeman in…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 6

Nothing beats a hot Colorado afternoon quite like floating on cool water surrounded by mountain scenery. Across the…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 6

Not every coffee shop leaves you with stories to tell after your drink is gone. The Wormhole Coffee…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 6

Indiana’s biggest celebrations aren’t always found in its largest cities. Across the state, small towns come alive each…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 6

Some of Colorado’s most spectacular scenery is found from behind the wheel rather than at the end of…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 6

A visit to Summit Lake State Park becomes even more rewarding when you pair it with a stop…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 5

The most memorable meals aren’t always the easiest to get. Across Illinois, a handful of restaurants inspire loyal…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 5