Yes, there are ghost towns in the United States. Are you brave enough to take a tour of one or all of them this summer? There are some seriously spooky haunted hotels out there too (I stayed in the haunted Crescent Hotel!), but some of these ghost towns are almost more frightening. The abandoned towns stretch all …
Road trips are becoming all the rage this year; everyone craves wide, open spaces and plenty of nature. Social distancing will be much more important this year when it comes to travel. What better way to social distance than in an RV, whether you own one or rent one. No hotels to worry about, no restaurants or …
Covid Safe Vacation Spring Break is a highly anticipated time by children and adults alike each year, but after 2020, Spring Break is more necessary than ever. Now vaccines are being more widely distributed and restrictions are lifting, it seems family travel is finally a safe option once again. Between virtual education, event cancellations and …
It’s summertime, and we understand how much everyone needs a vacation after all the commotion 2020 has caused thus far. But, unfortunately, COVID-19 cases are still rising in many areas, which means you need to be prepared to take extra precautions before venturing out to another area. Before planning your trip, do plenty of research …
Hiking with Kids Hiking is great exercise and great fun for babies, kids, and parents too! Here’s how to be prepared for a hike with the tykes that’s enjoyable for all ages. Anyone who enjoyed hiking and/or camping before having kids will find that the rules change once a little one appears on the scene. …
It is said that the secret to a happy and fulfilling career is to “do what you love” – find something you love, that you feel passionate about, and turn that into your career. While it sounds like a simplified statement, it really does ring true more often than not. If you can translate that …
Although tent camping is considered “roughing it,” there are still a few “must haves” to enhance the experience. Packing the correct accessories can make a camping experience much more enjoyable, so it is important to plan ahead. Camping Essentials: Bring Along an Outdoor Grill/Stove Top Although part of the charm of camping is cooking over …
Travel this year is very different. Road trips are becoming more popular as people try to avoid the large crowds in airports and cramped quarters of planes. Many families are taking road trips, both short and long, to have family vacations. Why not plan a covered bridge road trip? Covered Bridges As many as 14,000 …
For many, camping is enjoyable and relaxing. No matter if you are just going overnight or staying for a week or even two, there are some foods that have quickly been labeled as the best foods to take camping. Finding the right location and getting all of your gear together can take some time. While …
We were all novice campers at one stage, and it’s highly possible that we all have a funny tale or two to tell of our campground mishaps. Sometimes the only way to learn something new is by trial and error, and even experienced campers forget things at times. Common Camping Mistakes The old adage “live …
