Author Profile: Deborah Whatley
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I’m a retiree in my 70’s with a serious traveling bug. Whether it’s cruising across the world, meandering through the United States in our RV, or flying to an interesting new international location, I always want to go.
Fascinating Sights, History, and Stories of Vicksburg
After four days of taking in the fascinating sights, history, and stories of Vicksburg, we are already planning another visit to continue exploring this very historic area. So much to see, so much history here! Vicksburg was built on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River in 1811, but a French settlement existed here in... view more
A San Antonio Trip is Always an Amazing Time
A San Antonio trip is always an amazing time, but this was not our typical trip. This time, we didn’t go in the RV; we didn’t drive our car. Steve and I flew! We saw sights like the Alamo and the River Walk, but this was mostly a new... view more
Ten Great Experiences to Have in Tucson
Tucson is full of adventures, historical sites, great restaurants, and lots of fun, easy-going residents. Here are some highlights from our trip, describing ten great experiences to have in Tucson. We planned to stay overnight, maybe two nights only, but ended up parked at Crazy Horse RV Park for four nights—there is so much to see and do... view more
What Can you See and Do in Globe, Arizona
This charming and historic town is the county seat of Gila County and began as a mining camp in the late 1800s. Silver mining was the initial focus, but it eventually was replaced by copper mining. Today, Globe is a mining and ranching community with ever-increasing tourism. The town is situated in the beautiful, scenic Tonto Forest and offers many outdoor activities. Phoenix is only 100 miles away, making this a great weekend... view more
What a Great Visit to Fredericksburg
What a great visit to Fredericksburg. Most Texans are very familiar with historic Fredericksburg in central Texas. Fredericksburg has fabulous restaurants, shops, wineries, breweries, excellent lodging options, and museums. Fredericksburg is the perfect location for a girls’ weekend, romantic couples getaway, shopping extravaganza, winery tour, camping, or glamping... view more
Culture, History, and Museums in Oklahoma
We have learned so much about the culture, history, and museums in Oklahoma during our recent visits. We will continue visiting small-town Oklahoma and experience more of these exciting... view more
Nine Things to See in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland
If you plan a trip to the Emerald Isle, here are nine things to see in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland. We saw many historical attractions during our one-day road trip from Dundalk to Downpatrick, but we especially enjoyed... view more
Derry, Northern Ireland’s Walled City
Our day trip to Derry, Northern Ireland’s walled City, is one of the top highlights of our Ireland vacation. Derry’s walls are probably its most famous attraction, although Derry is also the site of Northern Ireland’s infamous Bloody... view more
Eight Things to Know about Texas City
We spend so much time traveling to new destinations I’ve entirely overlooked the community of Texas City, Texas. Texas City is full of fascinating history and is a popular family tourist destination. Here are eight things to know about Texas City,... view more
History is Everywhere in Tishomingo, Oklahoma
History is everywhere in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, and I had wanted to visit the museums there for some time. Our need to drive up to Oklahoma to pick up a vehicle seemed like a perfect opportunity to see those... view more