weekend travel

An underrated park that you might want to have on your radar has visuals straight out of a classic Western movie, and you might have seen this park in Hollywood films if you’ve watched any of the classics.  Riding here, you’ll certainly have plenty of places for cowgirl photos that will make your friends at...

Ree Drummond, aka the Pioneer Woman, has appeared on television countless times, shared recipes with the world, graciously welcomed people into her shop, and has even invited strangers into her home. This inspiring lady has already done so much, but now she’s ready to accomplish even more. Ree has been tirelessly working on her latest...

Soon after checking in at the Monument Inn & Suites in Gering, Nebraska, the phone rings. “Ma’am, if you hear sirens, we are going to have to evacuate you; a tornado has just touched down nearby.” Moments later, the sirens wail! So my Nebraskan adventure begins with an impromptu detour to an underground shelter at...

Lone Mountain Ranch has a long history of serving guests, dating back to when Clarence Lytle first homesteaded it in 1915.  Nestled in its own little valley on the North Fork of the Gallatin River, the picturesque and historic landmark is studded with rustic yet well-appointed cabins reminiscent of a wild American frontier, but outfitted...

Hotel Chaco, located in the new urban Sawmill district directly north of Albuquerque’s historic Old Town, beckons to adventurous travelers seeking authentic, original experiences.  The brand-new resort is, without question, one of the most unique hotel properties in all of New Mexico.  This premier hotel features unique room layouts designed by world-famous architecture firm Gensler,...

If you’re planning on becoming a highway vagabond and traveling to Arizona in the near future, you need to make a pitstop at this gorgeous destination. What place could I be talking about? Surely the Grand Canyons? Nope! Maybe the tourist town of Sedona? Getting colder! The destination I am talking about is the beautiful...

Mix equal parts American frontier, secluded, super-luxe cabins, a showcase wine cellar and riding, roping and rodeo games. Now throw in a top tier chef and you might just have the perfect cowgirl vacation. Triple Creek Ranch (TCR), a member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux property collection, is nestled at the base of the...

How many cowgirls have always dreamed about visiting Nashville, Tennessee? As a cowgirl, it can be very challenging to find time to go on a trip, seeing as there’s always livestock to tend to and work to be done. Regardless of how busy your schedule is, even the hardest working cowgirl needs to get away...