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    The Ultimate Guide to Lincoln City: 15 Must-Do Activities

    February 4, 2025 - By Jen

    Nestled along the stunning Oregon Coast, Lincoln City is a charming destination known for its windswept beaches, rugged cliffs, and vibrant local culture. Whether you’re drawn to tidepool adventures, scenic hikes, or quirky roadside attractions, this coastal town has something for everyone. From exploring hidden gems to indulging in fresh…

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    One Week in Lincoln City: The Perfect Oregon Coast Getaway

    January 29, 2025 - By Jen

    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…

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    Relaxing and Exploring: Two Weeks in East Tennessee as Full-Time RVers

    January 21, 2025 - By Jen

    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…

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    Discovering Northern Virginia: 14 Days in the DC Metro Area

    December 19, 2024 - By Jen

    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…

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    How We Spent 10 Days in Southeastern Pennsylvania

    October 28, 2024 - By Jen

    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,…

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    Exploring Abandoned Illinois: 5 (Legal) Spots You Need to Visit

    September 11, 2024 - By Jen

    There’s something about abandoned places that pulls us in every time. Maybe it’s the history, the quiet, or just the sheer thrill of exploring something left behind. Over the years, we’ve tracked down some pretty cool spots in Illinois that are just waiting to be rediscovered—think old military bases, forgotten…

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    Hiking Southern Illinois: 15 Iconic Trails You Can’t Miss

    September 3, 2024 - By Jen

    We spent almost two months in Southern Illinois and the focus of our trip was hiking and exploring the region’s outdoor offerings. The landscape of this part of the state is so different from where we grew up in the north that it felt like we were in a different…

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    Mounds and Ruins: A Journey Through High Cliff’s Obscure Treasures

    August 26, 2024 - By Jen

    While staying at Calumet County Park, on Wisconsin’s Lake Winnebago, we made a trip over to visit High Cliff State Park. Besides the hiking trails and natural wonders, this park is full of oddities and history. We saw an old general store, climbed an observation tower, walked among effigy mounds,…

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    Fort Massac State Park Campground Guide & Review

    June 6, 2024 - By Jen

    Thinking about camping at Fort Massac State Park? We had a two-week stay, and we’ve got plenty to share. Nestled along the Ohio River in Illinois, this park offers a unique blend of natural beauty and rich history. In this post, we’ll dive into our experiences, provide an honest review,…

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    Exploring the Wonders of Giant City State Park: Guide and Review

    May 3, 2024 - By Jen

    We visited Giant City State Park, one of the more popular and famous parks in southern Illinois. Giant City is full of things to do- there are so many activity options, lots of hiking to interesting areas, a visitor center, a lodge with restaurant, and even campgrounds and cabins for…

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Okay friends, I finally pulled together something Okay friends, I finally pulled together something I’ve been working on for a while and I’m SO excited to share it!

I made an interactive Google map with 300+ things to do in Philadelphia (food, museums, historic sites, murals, playgrounds, concerts, parks, you name it) and I’m giving it away for free on the blog!

If you’re planning a visit to Philly, this map is such a fun tool. You can even save your own copy and customize it- color code spots, add notes, delete things you’re not interested in, etc. I use maps like this to plan our trips and figured… why not share?

The post breaks everything down and has the link to grab the map 👇
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We’ve learned that the Blue Ridge Parkway is so mu We’ve learned that the Blue Ridge Parkway is so much more than a pretty road you cruise through with the windows down. 

In fall 2024, we spent a week in Roanoke, Virginia, and our campground was right on the parkway- so scenic drives became part of everyday life. Some mornings we’d hop on “just for one overlook,” and other days we’d wander for miles, stopping whenever a patch of color or a peek of mountains caught our eye.

But the real magic happened when we got out of the truck.

One of our favorite surprises was the Roanoke River Overlook. We pulled over expecting a quick photo and instead found a short trail dropping down to the river. A few minutes later we were standing on the riverbank, soaking in the quiet water views and checking out the old 1906 Niagara Dam powerhouse across the river. Such a fun little slice of history tucked into the trees!

So here’s your reminder from the road:
Don’t just drive the Blue Ridge Parkway… step off and explore. 

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New trip recaps just hit the blog! 🌵 Amarillo, Te New trip recaps just hit the blog!

🌵 Amarillo, Texas
We checked out the “Grand Canyon of Texas” (aka Palo Duro Canyon), wandered the Amarillo Botanical Gardens, and obviously had to eat at the Route 66-famous Big Texan Steakhouse (yes, it’s exactly the over-the-top Texas experience you’re imagining).

🦬 Edmond, Oklahoma
We camped just outside Oklahoma City and packed SO much into the week- the OKC Memorial & Museum,  the OKC Zoo, a peek at the US Capitol Tree, and even an evening stroll through the charming nearby town of Guthrie. Plus a few more surprises we squeezed in between work days!

If you want to follow along or plan your own route through these Route 66 towns, both posts are up now 👉
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If you love hikes with a reward at the end, Nuttal If you love hikes with a reward at the end, Nuttallburg has your name all over it.

This trail literally dropped us into a piece of West Virginia history- conveyor belts, coal tipples, old foundations, and a whole abandoned mining community just hanging out in the woods like it never left.

New River Gorge keeps blowing our minds. You go in expecting a walk in the trees… and end up time-traveling.

Highly recommend adding this one to your list if you’re exploring the park!

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Low tide is like a secret door to a whole other wo Low tide is like a secret door to a whole other world

We made it to Yaquina Head right as the tide dropped, and suddenly the rocks were alive- sea stars, anemones, crabs, the works.

One of our favorite simple joys on the coast: no admission, no reservations, just good timing and a willingness to get your feet wet.

Tide charts are our love language at this point . Oregon, you’re magic.

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