Courtesy St. Petersburg/Clearwater CVB The Deepwater Horizon oil spill could cost tourism-related businesses in the Gulf region as much as $22.7 billion over three years, according to a study released in July by the U.S. Travel Association (USTA). The study,...

America's fascination with these Western icons never wanes.

By Josh Boudreau, courtesy Buffalo Bill Historical Center Charlie Russell's first exposure to cowboys was working with a cattle outfit in 19th-century Montana. After becoming a full-time professional artist, he became one of the primary depicters of the rugged,...

Courtesy Charlie Ekburg/Sweetlight Photography ELKO, Nev. — When 19th-century cowboys were out on the trail for weeks or months at a time driving cattle, they had plenty of time to think, and they often put their thoughts and feelings into the form of poetry, most...

Zip lines are groups' newest adventure option.

Courtesy Alpine Adventures Outdoor Recreation To reassure participants stepping off a treetop platform that they have no need to fear the intimidating heights, safety comes first at zip-line courses. Groups reserving a tour are encouraged to come 30 minutes before the...

Courtesy Alpine Adventures Outdoor Recreation 1.) Dollywood’s SkyZip Pigeon Forge, Tenn. Length: Five zip lines ranging from 100 to 1,000 feet Scenery: Forests of the Great Smoky Mountains and 150 acre theme park Website:...

On Monday, August 16, our staff met for a breakfast at the Cracker Barrel restaurant on Newtown Pike in Lexington.  We had two reasons for this fun-filled gathering--the first was to enjoy a great breakfast together, and the second was to kick off...