During my recent visit to the northwest area of Arkansas, I had the pleasure of exploring Rogers, a rapidly expanding metro area that captivated me with its unique charm. What made this city even more notable was its connection to retail history, as it proudly housed the very first Wal-Mart store. Not too far away, …
The small, charming city of Kennebunk nestled in the heart of York County, Maine, captivated me with its coastal beauty and welcoming atmosphere. With a population of around 10,000 residents, Kennebunk exudes a sense of community and warmth that is truly unique. One of the main draws of Kennebunk is its stunning shoreline along the …
I have explored Kittery, a small town in York County, Maine. This place has a rich history, once renowned for its shipbuilding industry. Seavey’s Island and Badger’s Island, located in the Piscataqua River, were crucial sites where the newly independent USA constructed numerous ships to protect the country from its adversaries. Being situated on the …
Located in eastern Arkansas’ Crittenden County, West Memphis sits adjacent to its larger neighbor of the same name in Tennessee. In the late 1700s, large tracts of land that now include West Memphis were a Spanish settlement. It wasn’t until the 19th century that the land became part of the United States when the young …
Ellsworth is a small city of around 7,000 people and is the county seat of Hancock County. It has plenty of historic buildings and tourist attractions and was the fastest growing city in the country from 2000 to 2010. Initially inhabited by Indians from the Passamaquoddy and Penobscot tribes, over the years, many nations made …
Located in east-central Arkansas’ Francis County, Forrest City was named after Nathan Bedford Forrest, a Civil War-era general who managed a railroad construction project in the area after the war. With a population of just 15,000, Forrest City is often referred to as ‘The Jewel of the Delta.’ It’s conveniently located between Memphis and Little …
Located in south-central Arkansas’ Union County, El Dorado had a population of fewer than 20,000 residents at the time of the last census. It’s the county seat, and the economy is mainly reliant on the natural gas, timber and chemical industries. It’s also home to South Arkansas Community College. Often referred to as Arkansas’ Original …
Waterboro is a small city of around 7,000 people, located in the York County of Maine. The town includes multiple lakes, so was initially known as Massabesic, which translates into “the place of much water” in the Abenaki language. The land was first bought by Major William Phillips in 1661 and later passed to his …
Named after a Royal Navy cruiser, Ajax is a town in the eastern part of the Greater Toronto Area and a popular suburb for commuters. For travellers, it is so much more than this, as the laid-back town sits right along Lake Ontario, has numerous walking trails and has a rich culture. Many people visiting …
Located in southern France about 20 miles north of Marseille, Aix-ex-Provence is a city with 145,000 residents that’s most well-known as being the home to post-impressionist artist Paul Cézanne. The region, commonly referred to as Aix, was originally settled in the latter years of the BC era. It is home to a variety of historic …