Planning a visit and looking for the best things to do in Paducah, Kentucky? This creative river city is one of only a handful of UNESCO Creative Cities in the United States, and you feel that artistic, innovative energy everywhere you go. Paducah is full of unique museums, local shops,…
Belle Isle feels like one of those places everyone in Detroit knows about, but visitors don’t always realize just how much is packed onto this little island in the middle of the river. We spent an afternoon exploring during a weeklong stay at Sterling State Park (Josh had a conference…
When we spent a month and a half camphosting in the Heber Valley, we knew a traditional trip recap wouldn’t cut it. Most of our days were just work and normal life, but on our days off we packed in plenty of adventures. From the Swiss-themed town of Midway to…
If you’re planning a South Dakota road trip, Rapid City is the perfect home base to explore some of the state’s most famous attractions. We spent one week in Rapid City as part of our three weeks in South Dakota, starting with Badlands National Park, then here in Rapid City,…
If you’re looking for a unique (and free!) museum to visit in Maryland, the National Cryptologic Museum near Fort Meade is a hidden gem. Located just outside Washington, D.C., this fascinating museum shares the secret history of American codebreaking, espionage, and national defense. From World War II Enigma machines to…
Chattanooga totally surprised us in the best way. It’s one of those cities that blends quirky attractions, outdoor adventures, artsy vibes, and just enough small-town charm to make you want to stay a little longer. We spent a few days exploring and found everything from waterfalls inside a mountain to…
We spent a week camping at Sterling State Park on Lake Erie while Josh had a work conference in Detroit, which meant a few slow days for me, but we still managed to squeeze in some fun. From crossing the border for a quick trip to Windsor, to exploring Belle…
After our great visit to Maryland last year, we didn’t think we’d be returning so soon. But a work event came up for Josh, so we ended up spending 2 weeks in southwestern Maryland. There was a lot of work-related stuff, but of course we packed in some fun activities…
If you think Chattanooga is just a sleepy mountain town, think again. As full-time RVers, we’re always on the lookout for spots that mix outdoor adventure with a little offbeat charm, and Chattanooga delivered both. I had visited years ago as a kid and was excited to see how much…
Even though we travel full-time and have explored nearly every corner of the country, Illinois will always be home, and let us tell you, our home state is weird in the best way. Over the years, we’ve found ourselves drawn to the quirky, forgotten, and just plain unexpected corners of…