If you grew up in the ’80s or ’90s, odds are you either had a Cabbage Patch Kid or desperately wanted one (or maybe both). So when we found out there was an actual place called BabyLand General Hospital, where Cabbage Patch Kids are “born” under a magic crystal tree,…
If you’re a racing fan, there’s no better place to dive into the world of motorsports than Talladega, Alabama. Whether you’re here to catch a high-speed NASCAR race or just want to soak up the history and local racing culture, this small Southern town packs a big punch. We spent…
Sometimes the best adventures happen when the weather doesn’t quite cooperate, like the rainy day we spent exploring the Anniston Museums and Gardens while staying nearby in Talladega, Alabama. We were in town to check out Alabama’s highpoint, but the drizzle gave us the perfect excuse to dive into something…
When we planned a camping trip in Talladega, Alabama, our main goal was to check out the state’s high point- because, yes, we’re the kind of people who go out of our way for that kind of thing. But once we realized just how much racing history is packed into…
If you’re passing through Alabama or planning a NASCAR-themed road trip, do not skip the Talladega Superspeedway track tour. We spent an afternoon exploring this iconic raceway, and it totally exceeded our expectations. From climbing to the top of the Tower Extension (the views are unreal!) to standing in Victory…
We stopped at Talladega Pit Stop RV Park while knocking out a stretch of southern U.S. highpoints, including Alabama’s highest peak- Cheaha Mountain. The campground made a super convenient home base while we explored the area and checked off another summit. Whether you’re chasing highpoints, heading to the Talladega races,…
Cheaha State Park was our third stop on a whirlwind tour of southern high points in early 2025, and honestly, it surprised us in the best way. From CCC-built stone cabins to mountaintop views and even a glamping tent option, this park had way more going on than we expected.…
Talladega had been on our radar for a while, and with a solid plan in place, we were excited to dive into everything this corner of Alabama had to offer. Over the course of 11 days, we checked off some big bucket-list items: exploring the Talladega Superspeedway and its rich…
I didn’t know I liked pinball three hours’ worth. But apparently…I really do. We popped into the Roanoke Pinball Museum thinking it’d be a quick, quirky stop- maybe 30, 45 minutes tops. But somehow, three hours flew by, and the only reason we left was because our stomachs were growling…
If you’re anywhere near Chattanooga and looking for a truly unique experience, make your way to Hales Bar Dam- home to Dam Whiskey Co. and one of the most haunted places in Tennessee. We recently toured this historic (and seriously spooky) abandoned powerhouse turned distillery, and it was hands down…