Ballpark Reviews, Ballparks, Baseball, Travel

Ballpark Review: Target Field (Minnesota Twins)

Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins, is a thoughtfully designed, open-air ballpark nestled in the heart of Minneapolis. A far cry from the sterile confines of the old Metrodome, this purpose-built stadium combines modern amenities, local flavor, and retro charm to create a space that truly celebrates baseball – and the community that surrounds it. With its skyline views, signature limestone architecture, and spirited fan culture, Target Field stands as a worthy cathedral for Twins Territory.

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September 11, 2024 by
3D Prints, Cosplay, Decorations, Events / Parties, Projects

LOTR: The Rings of Power Season 2 Premiere Watch Party

We threw an epic watch party for The Rings of Power Season 2 premiere—complete with elf, dwarf, and Harfoot-inspired bites and a quest-worthy hunt for the 20 Rings of Power! As Nori and the Stranger, we fully embraced our Middle-earth roles in costume and in spirit. From lembas to every kind of ringed munchy, the evening was magical from first sip to final scene. Check out the photos and videos—we promise, it was one party to rule them all!

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September 6, 2024 by
Filming Location, New Zealand, Travel

Skippers Canyon, New Zealand – Jet Boat the Shotover to Ford of Bruinen

Our Skippers Canyon Jet Tour was the perfect adrenaline-charged finale to our New Zealand adventure, beginning with a heart-stopping drive down Skippers Canyon Road, one of the world’s most dangerous routes – made even crazier when a speeding motorcyclist nearly flew off a cliff avoiding our van. At the canyon floor, we boarded a high-powered jet boat and tore through the narrow Shotover River gorge, skimming within inches of the rock walls in a spray-filled blur of speed and excitement. Adding to the thrill, this spot is also home to the Lord of the Rings Ford of Bruinen filming location and even appears in Mission: Impossible – Fallout. Our driver, Elliott, topped it off by revealing he’d been an Uruk-hai extra in The Two Towers. It was the most exhilarating – and perfectly epic – way to end our once-in-a-lifetime New Zealand adventure.

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May 29, 2024 by
New Zealand, Travel

Queenstown, New Zealand and nearby towns Arrowtown and Wanaka

Queenstown, set along the shores of Lake Wakatipu and framed by the dramatic Southern Alps, made the perfect base for exploring this part of the South Island. The town itself buzzes with energy –mountain views in every direction, endless adventure activities, lakeside walks, and a lively food scene – while still being close to several iconic destinations. From here, we took an easy day trip to the charming gold-rush town of Arrowtown, with its preserved historic streets and autumn-colored trees. On our way into Queenstown, we stopped at Wānaka, home of the famous “That Wānaka Tree.”

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May 28, 2024 by
Filming Location, Hiking, New Zealand, Travel

The Remarkables, New Zealand – Lake Alta Track to LOTR Site for Dimrill Dale

We hiked the Lake Alta Track in The Remarkables, the dramatic mountain range used as the filming location for Dimrill Dale, where the Fellowship emerges from the Mines of Moria. True to their name, The Remarkables are absolutely stunning – jagged, towering, and visible from nearly everywhere in Queenstown. The trail led us to the serene, glacier-carved Lake Alta, surrounded by cliffs and rocky peaks that felt straight out of Middle-earth.

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May 27, 2024 by
Filming Location, Hiking, New Zealand, Travel

Deer Park Heights, New Zealand – Rohan’s Iconic Filming Sites

We visited Deer Park Heights, a phenomenal working farm with sweeping views of Queenstown and The Remarkables, and home to several iconic Rohan filming locations from The Lord of the Rings. After standing atop Mount Sunday (Edoras) earlier in our trip, it was easy to see why this equally dramatic landscape was chosen for so many scenes in Rohan. At Deer Park Heights, we explored the exact spots used for the Rohan Refugee March (where Gimli falls off his horse), the Rohan Refugee Camp (where Éowyn offers Aragorn her stew), the Warg Scout sighting, Legolas killing the Warg, Legolas’ lookout over the valley, and the cliffside area where Aragorn is swept over the edge. Walking through each location with the movie moments in mind made the whole experience feel like stepping straight into Middle-earth.

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May 20, 2024 by