If you’ve read any of our prior packing lists, you’ll notice that I like to begin at the bottom. Why? Traveling is fundamentally different from being in a location. Even if the weather is bad, you’ll want to spend a lot of time strolling about and soaking in the sights. You don’t spend 8-10 hours … Read more
So, you want to go on a mountain trip, but your family isn’t quite ready for wilderness camping. I understand. We have three little children and are just getting started in experiencing the great outdoors. Gatlinburg, Tennessee, seemed to be an ideal compromise. I had no idea what to anticipate when we headed to Gatlinburg … Read more
Dogs are not allowed to go to the beach in Massachusetts during the summer, and even during the off-season, they must be on a leash. Many beaches, particularly the more remote beaches where there are few people, loosen this regulation in the winter after the lifeguards are no longer on duty. Even on a leash, … Read more
Vermont is a popular destination for Americans wishing to get away from their hectic and stressful life in east coast cities like Boston, New York, and Philadelphia. It is known for its maple syrup, severe winters, and unequaled natural beauty. My family used to vacation in Vermont often when I was a kid, driving up … Read more
Some of Wisconsin’s finest picturesque beaches may be found along Door County’s 300 miles of coastline. Door County offers it everything, whether you prefer a quiet area for a picnic or a more popular site for the atmosphere. The sandy beaches are ideal for taking advantage of Wisconsin’s wonderful summers. So, where are the greatest … Read more
For the time being, the Cascade Highway is open for business. Cascade River Road is still blocked, but it is expected to reopen next month. The majority of the snow below 4,000 feet has melted, resulting in clear but muddy trekking. The Ross Dam Trail, a short trek of around 1,900 feet, is beautiful and … Read more
We have some of the greatest terrain to observe Maine’s State Animal, our magnificent moose, thanks to the rich ecology and natural topography of the Maine Highland area. Because there are so many of them in the region and they are so readily seen, the moose has become a state emblem since it was included … Read more
Many tourists to Utah are drawn to the state’s more well-known national parks, such as Zion and Arches, but visitors to Capitol Reef National Park are often astounded by the park’s incredible geology and diverse variety of activities. In a surprisingly green desert river valley, Capitol Reef is an astonishing paradise of enormous, multi-colored rock … Read more
Mammoth Cave National Park is the world’s biggest and longest cave system (at least that is known), with a staggering 400 miles of cave that has been explored, and new areas of the cave are discovered on a regular basis. We resided in Knoxville, Tennessee before embarking on our full-time travel adventure. We were near … Read more
Visitors flock to Voyageurs National Park in northern Minnesota each summer in the hopes of hearing the loons, seeing bear cubs, admiring the spectacular night sky, and reeling in the catch of the day. This park was built for water exploration, and hiring a houseboat is one of the most popular methods to do it! … Read more
