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Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia
This small town on the coast of Nova Scotia is a charming fishing town. The Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse is the most photographed in Canada, and it is easy to see why. With rocky shores to explore and the town to enjoy, Peggy’s Cove is truly a gem.
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Travel Quote: “…all Peoples Cry, Laugh, Eat, Worry, and Die…”
“Perhaps travel cannot prevent bigotry, but by demonstrating that all peoples cry, laugh, eat, worry, and die, it can introduce the idea that if we try and understand each other, we may even become friends.”…
A Kid’s Guide to the National Park Junior Ranger Program
This week, the country celebrates National Park Week, with special events, programs, and fee-free days at parks across the United States. As a family, we love visiting national park sites, and at every single one,…
Visiting Craters of the Moon National Monument {Idaho}
On our way from Utah into Idaho, we decided to make a detour to Craters of the Moon National Monument—a place I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect from. It’s strange to me that I…
Going Home: Family, Memories, & Meaningful Moments {Utah & Idaho}
We made our annual visit home to Utah for Spring Break. The days were filled with a mix of memories of growing up here and experiencing it now with my own family. It was returning…
Five Favorites: The Weird, The Magical, & The Unexplained
Some of the most memorable places aren’t the ones you plan for. They’re the ones that feel a little unexpected. A little strange. The kind of places that make you pause and wonder—what is the…
Family Heritage Travel: Helping Kids Connect to Their Roots
There are some trips that stay with you because of what you saw. And then there are the ones that stay with you because of what you felt. Years ago, I traveled to Ireland with…
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HEY, I’m mEG. Come Along FOR SOME GRAND MISADVENTURES
We’re a travel-loving family who has called Utah, Florida, and now Tennessee home. From mountain hikes to history to detours, we’ve learned the best memories come from the most unexpected moments. Here you’ll find road trips, weekend getaways, and all the little misadventures in between.
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Year in Review Archive- Our Travel Story in Chapters
We believe every trip tells part of our story. Explore our Year in Review posts to see the places we’ve been and the memories we’ve made along the way.
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“It’s a dangerous business, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don’t keep your feet, there’s no knowing where you might be swept off to.”
J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings