A 'Little Side Trip' refers to a brief detour or excursion from
the main route or planned itinerary, often undertaken to explore interesting locations, attractions,
or experiences that lie slightly off the beaten path. According to travel research from National
Geographic Traveler, side trips frequently provide some of the most memorable and authentic
experiences in any journey, allowing travelers to discover unexpected local treasures, hidden gems,
and cultural insights that mainstream tourism might miss. The concept is embraced by travel planners
worldwide as a way to add spontaneity and adventure to otherwise structured itineraries. Tourism
boards across the United States, particularly organizations like the National Scenic Byways Program
administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, actively promote side trips along designated
routes as ways for visitors to explore local history, natural wonders, and community character.
Psychology research on travel experiences indicates that planned spontaneity—such as taking
intentional side trips—can enhance creativity, reduce travel stress, and create more meaningful
connections with places and people. The phrase is used both literally for travel and metaphorically
for temporary diversions from life plans or career paths. The expression embodies the spirit of
exploration, curiosity, and the understanding that some of life's best discoveries come from being
willing to deviate from the predetermined path to see what else the world has to offer. Sources: National
Geographic - Travel Research, U.S. DOT - National Scenic Byways.
How to Solve Frame Games
Frame Games are visual word puzzles created by famous puzzle author Terry Stickels. In
these puzzles,
words or phrases are arranged within a "frame" in a way that represents a common saying, phrase,
quote, movie title, trivia fact, or concept.
The key to solving Frame Games is to pay attention to:
Position: Where words are placed (top, bottom, inside, outside, etc.)
Size: How big or small the text appears
Arrangement: How words relate to each other spatially
Repetition: Words that appear multiple times
Direction: Text that may be upside down, backwards, or diagonal
Within 6 guesses, solve the common phrase or saying the puzzle above
represents- Here are some tips:
Guesses: You have 6 tries to solve the puzzle phrase.
Inputs: Type in an entire phrase each time, and colored feedback for your guess
will indicate correct letters and their positions.
Green letters: Indicates correct letters in the correct position.
Yellow letters: Indicates correct letters but in the wrong position.
Grey letters: Indicates incorrect letters.
Need Hint? button When clicked, will show helpful clues.
See Answer... button When clicked, will show the correct answer.