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Battlefields to Beachfronts: Fort Gaines and Fort Morgan Adventure

March 11, 2024 By Bob Bales 2 Comments

FT Gaines

Alabama has 53 miles of coastline and Gulf Shores/Orange Beach has some of the most beautiful beaches on the Gulf Coast and in the United States. It is no wonder why so many people travel to the area to enjoy the waters, resorts and the many things to do. The Alabama coastline was a popular place 160 years ago as well, only for a different reason. Mobile Alabama is only 55 … [Read more...]

Escape To The US Virgin Islands And Discover America’s Caribbean Paradise

February 3, 2023 By Bob Bales 7 Comments

St Croix USVI

My trip was hosted by the US Virgin Islands tourism bureau. The following post contains affiliate links. Thousands of Americans travel each year to relax and enjoy some tropical island paradise. Many go Asia, which I love and admittedly have beautiful beaches. Others head to Hawaii, while others opt for closer to home in the Caribbean. Unless you have been on a cruise … [Read more...]

Akrotiri – Ancient Wonder in Santorini

July 25, 2017 By Bob Bales 5 Comments

Akrotiri Greece

In a country literally FULL of historical ancient sites it is easy to get a sense of overload, especially when you are traveling with the kids. Sometimes just a few stones on the ground are all that is left of some fantastically important place. It is easier for adults than kids to appreciate historic ruins when you have to imagine what was there. On the other hand, Akrotiri in … [Read more...]

If You Want To Really experience Louisiana You Need to Go Here

October 30, 2016 By Bob Bales 18 Comments

When I was invited to attend a press trip to experience Louisiana courtesy of North Louisiana and Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau’s, highlighting historical sites, I jumped at the chance.   Louisiana is a great place for historic travel. I have always been interested in visiting historical places. Whether it be an old European church or an Spanish fort, I … [Read more...]

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Profile Flipped Hi and welcome to The Traveling Fool. Born with a passion of learning about the history of different cultures, Bob Bales (aka The Traveling Fool) enjoys discovering people and places he finds off the beaten path that most tourists don’t know about. Often found with a cigar in one hand and a good whiskey in the other, Bob likes to write about what makes those people and places he visits special. Being retired military and having lived, worked and traveled from Europe to Asia and North America there is always a history and story to be told. To learn more about The Traveling Fool check out my About Me page.

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