We kicked off the new year with a different kind of trip—one without the RV! Since we had come home for the holidays in December, it worked out perfectly to leave our animals at home base, which is also where our pet sitter lives. A few years ago, my dad…
When we pulled into Norris Dam State Park near Knoxville, Tennessee, we were ready for two weeks of a little bit of everything—exploring, relaxing, and just living the full-time RV life. The park gave us a great spot to settle in, surrounded by East Tennessee’s beautiful hills. While we were…
Roanoke, VA turned out to be the perfect weeklong stop between our time in Northern Virginia and Tennessee. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Parkway, Roanoke offers a mix of outdoor adventures, local history, and unique attractions. During our stay, we explored iconic spots like Mill Mountain and the Roanoke Star,…
Spending two weeks in Northern Virginia while exploring the DC metro area was such a fun and busy adventure! We packed in so much during our stay—history, museums, parks, and even a few surprises along the way. It’s one of those places where there’s always something to do, and we…
Atlas Obscura has long been one of my go-to resources for travel planning. If you’re not familiar with it, the site is a treasure trove of weird and unusual places to explore. Both users and editors contribute entries, and you can create lists of places you’ve visited, plan to visit,…
When we hit the road full-time in our RV, one of the things we were most excited about was trying out Harvest Hosts. If you’re not familiar, it’s a membership program that lets RVers stay overnight at unique spots like wineries, farms, breweries, and even museums. Over the course of…
We spent about a month in the Washington DC metro area. Our first two weeks were spent on the Maryland side of things. We visited DC itself a few times, as well as saw some Maryland historic sites. One of our main reasons for being in this area is that…
During our 10 day stay in southeastern Pennsylvania (more on the whole trip here), we spent a Sunday exploring Philadelphia. I (Jen) have been here before for a long weekend as a teenager, but it was all new for Josh. Since we only had one day in the city, we…
When we planned to spend 10 days in Southeastern Pennsylvania, it wasn’t just a vacation—it was life on the road. As full-time RVers, we’re always balancing work, everyday chores, and adventures, so this trip was a mix of everything. In between Zoom meetings, laundry, and grocery hauls, we explored museums,…
During our stay near Indiana Dunes National Park, we decided to check out Gabis Arboretum in nearby Valporaiso, and I’m so glad we did. Tucked away on 300 acres of natural beauty, it felt like the perfect spot to slow down and really connect with nature. From the restored prairie…