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Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez

I’m a Florida native, a roller coaster junkie, and a frequent traveler. (Long road trips are my favorite.) Born and raised in Tampa, I grew up visiting Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. I authored the book Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: Images of Modern America, which details the colorful history of the Busch Gardens theme park. As a local historian, I've also written about other popular landmarks and attractions for a variety of publications. Here, on this Travel Guide, I like sharing little-known facts and fun stuff about all the places I've been -- so you will have a good idea of what those places are like and what you should know before you go. I especially enjoy helping others plan fun trips... on a budget!

Roanoke Starcade video game museum is one of the most unique arcades. (The best I've ever visited,) It will transport you back to your youth. My #1 tip for visiting this Roanoke arcade.

The New River Gorge Bridge as seen from Fayette Station Road in West Virginia.

All about the New River Gorge Bridge in West Virginia! Where is the New River Gorge Bridge? What is is like to visit? How tall is the New River Gorge Bridge? What else can you do there? Plus, lots of New River Gorge Bridge pictures - including some New River Gorge Bridge overlook photos!

Yes, you can visit Mayberry! Mount Airy, NC is also where Andy Griffith was born and raised. See my favorite things, and what I learned while I was there!

I learned something surprising about what exactly Appomattox Court House is AND just how soon after the surrender the war ended. Maybe it will be surprising to you, too!

I've been to a lot of parks, but none like Natural Bridge State Park in Virginia. The Natural Bridge is taller than the Statue of Liberty! My best tips -- some things you'll want to know before you go.

Bring history to life by taking a tour of Monticello, Thomas Jefferson’s home in Virginia. I had a great time visiting! Here are insider tips.

I've visited the Mill Mountain Star up close at night & during the day. Here's how to get to the Roanoke Star and overlook. What you need to know before you go! Roanoke Star pictures, reviews, and directions.

One of my favorite things to do in Asheville is visit the North Carolina Arboretum! My virtual tour of the Asheville botanical gardens - with tips for visiting this beautiful landmark.

Looking for things to do in Cedar Key, FL? It's a cool vacation town in North Florida with plenty of things for nature lovers to see, tourists to do, and seafood foodies to enjoy!