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Discover Wichita: From the B29 Doc to Aviation Marvels in the Air Capital of the World

My trip to Wichita Kansas was sponsored by Visit Wichita but all thoughts are my own. I took a trip to Wichita Kansas and was looking forward to checking out the town since I had heard it was an interesting place with a lot to see and do. What I didn’t know until I arrived was that […]

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The Museum of World Treasures in Wichita Kansas an Amazing Venue

My trip to Wichita Kansas was sponsored by Visit Wichita but all opinions are my own. There may be affiliate links in the article. I love history, and when I travel, I am always interested in the history of the places I visit. I have also always been interested in military history. Now when I […]

15 Fun Things To Do In The Fort Worth Stockyards

No one sponsored this post however there are a few affiliate links. The Fort Worth stockyards is a historic district located in Fort Worth, Texas and designated on the National Register of Historic Places. The late 1800s were the heydey of the stockyards. Between 1866 and 1890 more than four million head of cattle poured […]

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10 Tips For Taking The Stress Out Of Travelling Alone For The First Time

So, you have decided to take your first solo trip and you are beginning to get a little “solo travel anxiety”. I have traveled solo a lot. For me, traveling alone is not a problem but I know that the first time you decide to go somewhere by yourself can be intimidating to some. I […]

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Travel Tips to save You Money

With people beginning to travel again,  here are some travel tips to save you money in the coming year.

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10 REASONS TO TAKE A CROSS COUNTRY ROAD TRIP

This article may contain affiliate links The great American cross country road trip. Who hasn’t dreamed of taking an epic cross country road trip across the United States? Think about it. Movies have been made about it, such as Rain Man, National Lampoon’s Vacation and my favorite, Planes Trains and Automobiles. Even books have been […]

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Travel Gear and Gadgets

The Best Way To Protect Yourself On Your Road Trip

Road trips can be a lot of fun. They can also be a real hassle if something goes wrong. There is a whole list of things you can do to protect yourself on your road trip but there is one main thing that is essential.

Travel Apps You Should Be Using

There are hundreds if not thousands of travel apps and everyone has their favorites. Whether it is international travel, business travel, family vacations or you just happen to be in another city, a good travel app can make life a lot easier.

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Five Travel Accessories You Don’t Have to Pack, But Why Wouldn’t You?

You don’t have to pack these travel accessories on your trip but why wouldn’t you? They don’t take up much room in your luggage and they make things a lot easier.

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Lifestyle

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7 Stunning Examples Of Beautiful Texas State Parks Where You Can Rent a Cabin

Texas has over 90 State Parks and Nature areas. That’s a lot but not for a state as large as Texas. Although many people love to visit parks and nature areas, some shy at the notion of camping outdoors. When I was a kid we went camping all the time. I still remember pitching camp […]

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Whiskey 101 For Beginners : 23 Tips To Turn You Into a Pro

Whiskey isn’t just for cowboys bellying up to a bar in a western movie. If you are new to drinking  whiskey then here is a little Whiskey 101 if you will to get you started.

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Profile Flipped Hi and welcome to The Traveling Fool. Born with a passion of learning about the history of different cultures, Bob Bales (aka The Traveling Fool) enjoys discovering people and places he finds off the beaten path that most tourists don’t know about. Often found with a cigar in one hand and a good whiskey in the other, Bob likes to write about what makes those people and places he visits special. Being retired military and having lived, worked and traveled from Europe to Asia and North America there is always a history and story to be told. To learn more about The Traveling Fool check out my About Me page.


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