As we begin approaching the holidays, it’s important to understand how being in the military can alter some of the more “traditional” Thanksgiving celebrations. Whether they are stationed overseas, spending the holidays apart from the service member, or just arriving in a new place, celebrating Thanksgiving can take on a whole new meaning to military […]
No matter where you live or what the actual weather outside may be, autumn can be alive and well in your kitchen when you incorporate seasonal flavors. There is nothing like the scent and taste of apples, pears, pumpkins, and cinnamon spice to usher in boots and sweater season. Even if it’s 75 and sunny […]
Veteran’s Day – A celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Thanks to Military Bridge for putting together this great list of Veteran’s Day discounts for those in San Antonio. Featured Discounts & Deals in San Antonio The Alamo: In honor […]
Alamo City, otherwise known as San Antonio, is the most visited city in all of Texas. It is home to the Lone Star state’s most visited attraction, the Alamo. Each year, more than 2.5 million people make the trek to “remember the Alamo.” In addition to popular tourist attractions such as the Alamo and San […]
Its football season and you know what that means if you’re a military family. It’s time to find out exactly what your neighbors are about. In the military world, we have different hometowns; we might have picked up a love for a team from a city we lived in for a while. Maybe we are […]
With its sugar-sand beaches and picturesque lighthouses and piers, Biloxi has long been a favored vacation spot along the Gulf of Mexico. Newcomers to Keesler AFB might be surprised to learn that even with its plethora of dazzling casinos, Biloxi is actually one of the oldest communities in the country. Located less than 100 miles […]
You might think being stationed at Little Rock Air Force Base your food choices would be limited, but you’d be wrong! Despite being located in a relatively rural area, the local restaurant menus are surprisingly diverse and best of all, pleasing to almost every palette. #1 If you’ve never had a fried pie, now […]
Comfort food and Southern cuisine are practically synonymous, and if you’re headed to Montgomery, Alabama, get ready to tuck into some truly phenomenal dishes. First-timers to Montgomery can certainly look forward to fried green tomatoes and dill pickles, award-winning barbecue, succotash and seafood, and some of the best biscuits in the south (the city’s Minor […]
We are smack dab in the middle of summertime. PCS season is in full swing, people are getting settled in their new homes, vacations are happening, and the business of life is keeping us all preoccupied. But there is still time to make the most of the rest of the summer, even if you have […]
Columbus, Mississippi is full of history, which is one reason it can be a great place to visit. Take a break from work or studying and explore the downtown area. You can see antique shops and antebellum houses, eat some fantastic food and join in town celebrations, and camp or enjoy a game of golf. Trying […]