Category: Trip Ideas
-
Visiting Jamestown & Yorktown- Colonial National Historic Park {Virginia}
With the country celebrating Independence Day this week, we decided there was no better place to be than where the story of America first began. We drove up to the coastal region of Virginia to spend a few days exploring some of the most important chapters in American history. Our trip took us through what…
-
A Weekend in St. George: Red Rocks, Desert Trails & Family Adventures {Nevada & Utah}
There are seasons where adventure comes easily and seasons where life seems determined to slow everything down a little. The last few months had felt more like the second kind for us—a series of small setbacks and unexpected bumps in the road that made travel and exploring feel farther away than usual. But little by…
-
Appalachian Highlands Weekend Road Trip {Tennessee, North Carolina &Virginia}
Looking for a mountain getaway? This Appalachian Highlands weekend road trip combines Revolutionary War history, scenic drives, waterfalls, and stunning mountain views across Tennessee, North Carolina, and Virginia.
-
A Weekend in Tupelo: History, Elvis, & Neon Pig {Mississippi}
Looking for a unique Southern getaway? Spend a weekend in Tupelo, Mississippi exploring the Natchez Trace Parkway, Civil War battlefields, local restaurants, and the birthplace of Elvis Presley. This underrated destination is packed with history, music, and small-town charm.
-
A Weekend in Phoenix: Desert Views, Ghost Towns & Cacti {Arizona}
A weekend in Phoenix turned into a surprising mix of desert beauty, outdoor adventure, and unexpected discoveries—from paddleboarding at Canyon Lake and exploring Goldfield Ghost Town to the Desert Botanical Garden and a sunset hike at Hole-in-the-Rock.
-
Great River Road Weekend: River Views & Historic Towns {Missouri, Illinois, & Tennessee}
My favorite way to spend a weekend is on a road trip with no strict plan—just a route, a few destinations, and the freedom to take the long way home. This particular weekend took us into southeast Missouri, but instead of heading straight back, we decided to turn the drive into part of the adventure.…
-
Things to Do in Grand Turk : A Cruise Port Guide {Turks & Caicos}
Discover the best things to do in Grand Turk during a cruise stop, from relaxing on beautiful Caribbean beaches to exploring historic landmarks, local markets, and the island’s fascinating connection to NASA.
-
A Historic Road Trip: Three Historic Sites That Changed the Nation {Missouri & Arkansas}
Travel through three remarkable chapters of American history on this Missouri and Arkansas road trip. Visit George Washington Carver National Monument, Pea Ridge National Military Park, and Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site while exploring the people and events that helped shape the nation.
-
New England Road Trip: Historic Sites & Fall Colors {Massachusetts, New Hampshire, & Vermont}
Celebrate turning forty with a scenic New England road trip through brilliant fall foliage, hidden National Park Service sites, charming covered bridges, and small towns full of history. Discover why these lesser-known stops were some of the most memorable of the entire weekend.
-
One Day Exploring the Black Hills: Beyond Mount Rushmore{South Dakota}
Think the Black Hills are only about Mount Rushmore? We did too—until one unforgettable day took us from presidential monuments and Native American history to Badlands National Park, Wall Drug, and the motorcycle culture of Sturgis.