In Boise’s downtown area, one of the nicest places to see and visit is the Idaho State Capitol. Completed in 1912, the building is more than 100 years old and is home to the Idaho Legislature. Fun fact: Boise is Idaho’s second capital city. When President Abraham Lincoln signed the law that created Idaho Territory… More Wander along through the Idaho State Capitol building

Of the many outdoor activities Boise has to offer, a popular one is biking along the Boise Greenbelt. It’s a 25-mile path that runs alongside scenic views and quaint residential areas. The Greenbelt is a favorite park in the city, and it’s easy to understand why once you pass through a couple of miles along… More With scenic views for miles, the Boise Greenbelt is an amazing place for a bike ride

Sometimes, it can be too hot or too cold to go exploring. In those instances, I typically opt to meander around museums. But sometimes, the brain needs to take a break. When in Boise, a great place and time to do that is at Edwards Boise Stadium 21 on Tuesdays when all flicks cost $5.50… More $5 movie Tuesdays: a Boise deal you won’t want to miss

Every Wednesday and Friday at noon, The Basque Market in Downtown Boise serves Paella on the Patio. For $8.99 per person, you get a plate of savory, delicious paella cooked fresh right in front of the market. The market is located in the downtown area’s Basque Block, which is the center of Basque culture in… More Enjoy delicious Paella on the Patio in Downtown Boise’s Basque Block

There’s nothing like spending a laid back afternoon sipping on some tea while reading, writing, and/or surfing the web. In Boise, one of the best places to do just that is Snake River Tea. I only say “one of” because I haven’t been everywhere in Boise, but this local business immediately became my favorite spot in the… More Snake River Tea: a local treasure in Downtown Boise

Jump Creek Falls is a quick and pleasant hike near Marsing, Idaho, a city about an hour away from Boise. At a distance of 0.25 miles, the trail is relatively easy but leads to a beautiful, humble waterfall. A friend who lives in Boise added this to our itinerary during my recent trip there after… More An hour west of Boise, this 0.25-mile trail leads to a beautiful waterfall

I think it’s safe to say that Boise is nowhere to be found on most people’s bucket lists. It certainly wasn’t on mine, nor was any other city in Idaho. But when my friend who lives there got married in 2014, I wound up flying up to the Potato State and made it a goal… More 6 reasons to visit Boise