I rode my first Segway, and I liked it. Join me on a two-wheeled tour of Columbus, Ohio.
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8 cool places to go in Columbus
Find slim wallets, food trucks and unique ice cream flavors at some of Columbus’s coolest spots.
Searching for authentic experiences in Amish Country
While visiting Amish Country, I wanted to seek out genuine conversations with Amish folks, not shallow tourist traps.
Chicago Dog Guide: Discover Five Chicago Dog-Friendly Destinations
Here is your guide to five Chicago dog-friendly destinations you and your pooch may not know exist in Second City.
Busting myths at the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center
Seeing an Amish man talking on a cell phone made me realize I had many misconceptions about the Amish.
Reconnecting with my Amish roots in Berlin, Ohio
My efforts to meet some long-lost Amish relatives during a visit to Ohio.
Finding the fun during an arctic blast in Kansas City
What’s there to do in Kansas City on a snowy weekend? Barbecue, museums, jazz bars and igloo building, for starters.
Visiting the Westboro Baptist Church and the Rainbow House across the street
The Westboro Baptist Church now has a rainbow colored house across the street. This is amazing.
Couchsurfing faces backlash from some members after censorship charges
Couchsurfing members address charges of censorship, with responses from CEO Tony Espinoza.
Nationality Rooms in Pittsburgh: Experience cultures from around the world in a single building
Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning houses 29 Nationality Rooms, classrooms modeled after different cultures from around the world.
About Quirky Travel Guy
Welcome! I’m Scott, a Chicago freelance writer into national parks, offbeat roadside attractions, road trips, urban adventures, and budget travel in the U.S. and beyond.
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