Did I mention I just returned from Curacao? Did I mention I loved it? Consider yourself on notice…Curacao is fantastic.

Join Erik as he gets a history lesson about the Moravian culture of Old Salem. Prepare to be entertained as he challenges a professional baker to a cookie-making race at Mrs. Hanes Moravian Cookies, and fine tune your senses as he experiences the grandeur of The Reynolda House Museum of American Art. He’ll also dig into some delicious and award winning southern cuisine at his visit to Sweet Potatoes Restaurant.

The news can be a scary thing, can’t it? It can especially be frightening if you’ve got an upcoming trip to Mexico planned. Well, I want to ease your fears. Traveling to our Southern neighbor has some risks but there are ways to mitigate those risks if you know what you’re doing. That’s why I’ve compiled some dos and don’ts for traveling to Mexico!

Chicago is a classic American city filled with unique neighborhoods, stunning architecture, delicious food and lots to see and do!

This is a huge travel tip! Plan your air travel by the boarding time NOT the departure time! Do you know the difference? This video explains WHY this is the best air travel practice!

Hilton Head Island simply put, is a magical place. I visit almost every year with my family and extended family and it feels like a second home.

In celebration of Mardi Gras this month, take a look at my trip to New Orleans. My goodness, the food, the music, the energy...you're going to have the time of your life!

Lafayette, LA isn’t called the “The Happiest City in America” just because it sounds good. It earned that name by being a community filled with good people who greet visitors with warm smiles, delicious food, and authentic, inclusive Cajun culture. By simply walking the streets of Lafayette, you will see what I mean. 

Ah, yes, Baltimore. The largest city in Maryland and yet it often gets overshadowed by its close neighbor Washington, DC. But believe me, Baltimore is a city ready to welcome you with open arms.

On this edition of Beyond Your Backyard, I find out why so many people are “Proud to be an Okie from Muskogee.” The crew and I travel to this quaint Oklahoma town to learn about the history of the Girl Scouts, the Trail of Tears and the local country music connection.

You know what they say…meet me in Montauk! And in case you haven’t been, please allow me to expound. Montauk is located at the very end of Long Island (to the east) after the Hamptons. It is a charming beach community featuring miles of sandy beaches, lush, green state parks, quaint shopping and dining districts and plenty of accommodation options if you book in advance.

BBQ, Barbecue or barbeque, it doesn't matter how to you say it or spell it. This video shows you a few of my favorite places to get the Q! In addition to Dr. BBQ, we should you step-by-step how to make BBQ sauce and it's delicious! Fire up the Smokehouse! This video is for bold flavors, smoked meats, pulled chicken or pork, ribs and all the sides!

A return visit to this region of Pennsylvania proves to be even more fun for the whole family! I'll show you more about the French and Indian war, discovers a wild Elk herd and so much more. I'll also explores Cook Forest State Park, get behind the gears of a missive piece of machinery and sample delicious rustic cuisine. 

Get ready for fun! Chicago is home to a number of firsts including the invention of The Tootsie Roll, the world's first Ferris wheel and so much more. I'll explore neighborhoods and sample a Chicago style hot dog!

In Juneau, Alaska, I was granted exclusive behind the scenes access of the Taku Smokery. 

This gorgeous video, hosted by Erik the Travel Guy, features every National Park in the United States from Yellowstone to Yosemite, Acadia to Zion and every park in between.

Lather on the SPF 50 and join Erik in this episode of Beyond Your Backyard as he heads down to Florida’s Historic Coast! Erik visits a centuries old military fort and has coffee with the town’s most famous Gilded Age millionaire. He takes years off his life by drinking from the Fountain of Youth, enjoys an amazing, hands-on dining experience, and even tries his luck on one of the most iconic holes in golf, Hole 17 at TPC Sawgrass.

Nature's beauty is on full display in Arizona. The Grand Canyon and its national park are truly awe-inspiring! Take a look at one of my favorite destinations in the United States.

Hunker down because these are my top 10 reasons to book an amazing Caribbean vacation immediately! 

You simply do not know Redlands, CA until you watch this video!