Blissful feasting in southwest Louisiana
Travel excites the senses. Tiny bells tinkle on the eaves of a Thai temple; the vast panorama of the Grand Canyon thrills the eyes; a scent on the breeze signals the nearness of the seashore. But for me, few…
Author: Elaine Warner
Bentonville Bounty
Apples probably aren’t the first thing you think about when you hear “Bentonville, Arkansas.” But back in the early 20th century, Benton County – with Bentonville as its seat – had the largest number of bearing apple trees of…
Copenhagen: What to see in Denmark’s largest city
Danny Kaye got it wrong when he sang, “Wonderful, wonderful Copen-hah-gen.” He’s not alone. But to say it like the Danish do, it’s “Copen-hay-gen.” What he got right was the “wonderful” part. The Danish capital is full of delights.…
Five to Drive from the 405
Everybody needs a getaway. Whether you’re looking for a rock-star retreat, top-drawer digs or royal rustic accommodations, here are five of your best bets. And they’re all within a day’s drive from the 405. Memphis: Big Cypress Lodge If…
The Graham Getaway
Whether you want to cowboy up or just kick back, Wildcatter Ranch in Graham, Texas, is the perfect spot to do either – or both. Town founder Col. E.S. Graham bought the land on which the ranch is situated…
Lights, Camera, Oklahoma
Location, location, location – key words in real estate and cinematic estate. Check out these films that include Oklahoma in the supporting cast. Twister: For the tiny town of Wakita, just south of the Kansas border, being hit by the…
Summer Hiking Guide
Wichita Wonderland The Wichita National Wildlife Refuge is a true Oklahoma treasure, featuring spectacular scenery, interesting animals and room to ramble. With 15 miles of designated trails and wilderness areas for more intrepid and experienced hikers, the area accommodates…
Head ’Em Up …
In the 1860s, trader Jesse Chisholm forged his way north from the Red River into Kansas to establish the famed Chisholm Trail. At the confluence of the Arkansas and the Little Arkansas Rivers, he founded a trading post that…
Lodi’s Wonderful Wine Reverie
Say “Lodi” and someone is bound to channel Creedence Clearwater Revival and respond with “Oh, Lord – stuck in Lodi again.” All I have to say is, “You should be so lucky!” Located in California’s Central Valley, Lodi, east…
The Springfield Charm
If you’re looking for a big-time destination in a small town, I have just the place for you: Springfield, Missouri, just over four hours northeast of Oklahoma City, is a one-size-fits-most kind of town. Indoors, outdoors and underground, history,…
“You are what you eat.”
It’s an old adage that I embrace wholeheartedly. As I’ve traveled around the country, I’ve had the opportunity to take numerous cooking classes, which not only introduced me to cultural flavors, but added to my culinary repertoire. And those…
Exploring the Cape Cod of the Mid-West
When Oklahomans think of a get-away, Wisconsin is probably not on their minds. What a shame. While we head for Padre Island, Upper Midwesterners head to Door County, that little peninsula that separates Green Bay from Lake Michigan.…
The Hot Spots: National Parks Nearby
A trio of nearby National Parks
A Salute to Shoeless Joe
Adventure Grandma Elaine Warner hits the road to Greenville, South Carolina, and finds a new baseball hero on the centennial of the Black Sox scandal.
A Greenville-Cincinnati Connection
A gourmet’s paradise in South Carolina and excursions aplenty in Ohio – Elaine Warner finds lots to love on a journey through Appalachia.
Animals Up Close
If your sense of wanderlust includes a desire to hear the call of the wild, here are some amazing U.S. spots to walk and talk and swim with the animals.
A Texas Trifecta
Quick getaways don’t get much more stellar than the DFW satellite cities of Irving, Plano and Grapevine – plan a trip down I-35 and prepare for enjoyment.
Plantation Exploration
Graceful, regal architecture and a grim human cost – Louisiana plantations are discussing more of their painful history, and becoming more of a must-visit.
Sporting Sojourns
A day trip to Guthrie or a bucket-list jaunt to Wimbledon, sports fans should bear these destinations in mind.
Sounds of Adventure
If you have wanderlust in your heart and music on your mind, these destinations from St. Louis to Nashville to Tuscany make must-hear getaways.
