We rode the Moonshine Mountain Coaster in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and it ended up being one of the most fun stops of the trip. Here’s what the ride is like, what stood out, and whether we’d do it again.

We rode the Original Wisconsin Dells Ducks through the woods and straight into the water. Here’s what the famous Wisconsin Dells Duck tour is actually like and whether we think it’s worth adding to your trip.

We spent the day at Soaky Mountain Waterpark in Sevierville, Tennessee checking out the slides, attractions, food, and family-friendly areas. Here’s what stood out and what we thought of the experience.

We spent a Saturday morning eating our way through the Appleton Farmers Market, trying everything from a fresh chicken wrap and Cracker Jack latte to Brazilian food, kettle corn and one seriously interesting espresso.

We spent the day eating our way through downtown Ripon, Wisconsin, with craft cocktails, barbecue, cold brew and dessert. Here are the local spots that stood out and what I’d go back for.