Hiking at Garden of the Gods
When the December 2018 government shutdown forced us to change our winter break travel plans, we started scrambling. I mean, National Parks are our thing. Coming up with something else … Read more
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Exploring the Black Hills in the Winter
On my first road trip out West back in college, the Black Hills was my first stop. The original goal was to watch the fireworks at Mt. Rushmore on the … Read more
Visiting Rapid City, SD in the Winter
As one of the biggest cities in South Dakota, if you’re looking to visit The Mount Rushmore State, Rapid City is a great place to start. We first visited this … Read more
A Comprehensive Guide to Cruise Planning
Cruising is a great way to explore several destinations but unpack only once. Check out our cruise planning tips to help you plan the perfect cruise.
Preparing for a Winter Road Trip
When you are a teacher or have school-aged children, you can’t pick and choose when you have vacations. One of our major breaks is the two weeks we get off … Read more
Cruising on the Norwegian Pearl
Lately, it seems as though cruising is becoming more and more popular for extended family gatherings and celebrations. This makes sense – cruising allows you to have several rooms close … Read more
Cruising the Last Frontier – Alaska Ports of Call
Alaska ports of call for a cruise have wildlife and the scenery is unlike any other cruise out there but they require planning.
Washington National Parks RV Trip Itinerary
Looking for an epic road trip to all of the National Park sites in Washington? See how we did it with this 24-day Washington RV trip itinerary.
Visiting Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site
We stood over the campfire on a cold, blustery summer morning, sipping on authentic cowboy coffee, listening to tales of the cowboy life and gazing at the mountains beyond. This … Read more
Delving into Bighorn Canyon
Bonnie and I have been to Montana and Wyoming five times since we started dating in 2009. We truly love both states and have, on many occasions, thought about moving … Read more