Summertime is one of the best seasons to explore. Each year, thousands of Americans trek across the country to visit historical sites, national parks, and new cities they haven’t yet explored. This issue of American Lifestyle is all about travel, with a cross-country trip to delve into the rich local history of some of the most significant places in the US, as well as a look at one of the oldest western towns in America, Lajitas. Lastly, we take a look at the green energy revolution in the heart of the mid-west.