Creating Family Connections One RV Adventure at a Time
Several years ago Jarrett and I read an article about a place nicknamed the “Cape Cod of the Midwest.” To locals it’s just called Door County, Wis., a 70-mile long peninsula along Lake Michigan that is dotted with resort communities and pastoral farm land. But every year, more than 2 million visitors flock to the region, which boasts five state parks, 11 historic lighthouses, and more
Every year throngs of tourists travel to Nashville, Tenn., to soak up the beats and eats of America’s famed Music City. From the storied Grand Ole Opry to the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Johnny Cash Museum, opportunities to experience the city’s deep musical roots abound. But if music isn’t your muse, don’t skip a visit to this culturally-rich city. Instead, add these four off-the-beaten path stops
This is a big week here at The Touring Camper: We are headed to the Nashville, Tenn., area to join thousands of others in viewing the historic 2017 solar eclipse! Nashville is one of the big cities that lies near the path of totality, so we are booked at a campground north of the city. Jarrett has been planning for this trip for about 10
When one reflects on National Park Service sites in Pennsylvania, among those that come to mind might be Gettysburg, Valley Forge, Flight 93, and Independence Hall. But Pennsylvania is home to approximately 15 National Park Service sites, in addition to many NPS historic trails and heritage/recreation areas. Although some of these Pennsylvania NPS sites are often overlooked by the tourist crowds, this article will help
This year’s summer adventure was the third three-week road trip we have embarked on with our family in the last three years. Although a lot of things went exactly as expected, a few things surprised us this go around. We kind of went into the trip feeling like we were old pros who had mastered the art of longer road trips. That was probably our
Nearly 17 years ago Jarrett and I transplanted to western Pennsylvania when we started our college careers at a small school in Grove City. At the time we both thought we would only live in the state temporarily until we exited with degree in hand. But one job offer and a wedding later we found ourselves official PA residents. And it was only the beginning of a
Our March spring break trip could probably be summed up in three words: family, fun, and food. We relished our time with family, found lots of ways to have a ton of fun, and ate way too much good food. Jarrett and I even had time to slip away sans kiddos to explore the old city of St. Augustine–and we had so much fun that we
The further south we journeyed in Texas, the warmer I expected it to get on our winter camping adventure. But instead we discovered that even southern Texas can experience freezing temperatures from time to time. Thus our plans for “fun in the sun” on Texas beaches were muffled by winter coats, hoods, and mittens, and instead we found ourselves looking for inside entertainment–and heaters. But whether
Families across the country are gearing up for their summer travels with plans to explore the more than 400 National Park Service sites scattered across the country. Whether walking in the footsteps of history or hiking through the majestic wilderness, our nation’s park system offers experiences of all kinds, perfect for every explorer. So far our family has had the chance to discover more than 30 NPS sites–and this
For many families making their rounds of the Utah 5 National Parks, a visit to Bryce Canyon is a highly anticipated stop. With its sweeping vistas and spectacular hikes, Bryce offers something for everyone. But with most of the camping options concentrated immediately around Bryce, families that want to escape the crowds and explore Bryce…
For many families planning a trip to the Utah region, their itineraries often center on hitting the high points of iconic stops like Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, and Arches. Several lesser-known parks are also worth the stop, though, and for families looking for ways to escape the crowds, Cedar Breaks National Monument should be on…
