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Freeport Cafe Review, Freeport Florida, Delicious Burger!

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If you find yourself cruising about 30 minutes outside of Panama City Beach, there is a local treasure you shouldn’t miss. Freeport Cafe is the ultimate pitstop to grab a legendary burger—and since it’s a short drive from the coast, you’ll actually have time to let it settle before hitting the sand. First Impressions (Why You Should Stop) To be completely honest? The building is a total dive. It’s small, a bit weathered, and looks like the kind of place you might drive past without a second thought. In fact, if we hadn't been absolutely starving, we might have kept right on going. The moment you step inside, the vibe shifts completely. The interior is clean, inviting, and decorated with a cozy touch that makes you feel instantly welcome. But the real giveaway that you’re in the right place? The smell. It hits you immediately—the unmistakable aroma of a grill doing exactly what it was meant to do. This cafe is clearly a neighborhood favorite. As we waited for our food, we watched o...

Canoe The Caney, Silver Point, TN, Canoe and Kayak Tips

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Canoe The Caney: A Scenic Float (and a Workout) If you ever find yourself near the Caney Fork River in Middle Tennessee, you’ll likely spot them: a fleet of bright yellow canoes and kayaks drifting lazily downstream. These belong to Canoe the Caney , a popular outfitter in Silver Point, TN. They offer several trips of varying lengths and provide everything from kayaks and canoes to tandems and even floating cooler carriers. During a recent camping trip, we decided to trade the campfire for the current. Here is the breakdown of our experience, along with some "lessons learned" so you don’t have to learn them the hard way like we did! The Logistics We arrived at the outfitter on the morning of our trip and were greeted by a helpful staff. The check-in process was a breeze. After a brief safety orientation, we piled onto a classic black school bus for a short ride to the drop-off point. Once your paddle hits the water, you're on your own to enjoy the scenery. The river is pe...

Road Trip Games with Kids, Scavenger Hunt, I Spy, Punch Bug, and More!

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As our winter road trip approaches, I am looking forward to the fun times we will have while traveling. Over the years, we have become quite good at passing the time by playing silly road-trip games.   Playing games while traveling is a great alternative to spending time on your phones, tablets, and gaming devices. By choosing to play interactive games over electronics, you will lower your overall  screen time  as a family. You will also spend more time laughing, enjoying each other's company, and making memories. I Spy This is a classic game that many parents have played with their children. I Spy is a really simple game that can be fun for all age groups and is easy to play when confined to a small area. I will give the description below, but seriously, who hasn’t played I spy?  How to play: Youngest goes first by saying “ I spy with my little eye, something… ”, complete the sentence with a color. The other passengers then start to guess what the object is until on...