Our May 2023 desert adventure began amidst the vibrant lights and electrifying energy of Las Vegas, the Entertainment Capital of the World. It might not be the first destination that comes to mind when planning a family vacation but flights are pretty affordable for an extended weekend when school is cancelled for a day orContinue reading “From the Glitz of Las Vegas to the Serenity of CA and UT National Parks”
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Yellowstone, MT; Grand Teton, WY; Jackson Hole, WY; Western Idaho, and Bozeman, MT
Yellowstone National Park is a bucket list destination. There is no place else to experience the raw nature of earth while combining it with wildlife in stunningly beautiful landscapes. But sometimes Mother Nature has other plans. We planned our trip to America’s first National Park and the 150th anniversary of Yellowstone with our home baseContinue reading “Yellowstone, MT; Grand Teton, WY; Jackson Hole, WY; Western Idaho, and Bozeman, MT”
It’s Always Rainier in Seattle, WA
My family booked an Alaskan cruise leaving from Seattle and decided to spend two days in the Emerald City before departing. Rain, Starbucks, Amazon, and 90s grunge music are what come to my mind when thinking about Seattle. But there was much more to it than cliches, though our new raincoats proved to be veryContinue reading “It’s Always Rainier in Seattle, WA”
From Colorado to Wyoming and Two Feet in Nebraska
This trip marked the first time went intentionally went on vacation someplace colder than home. The beautiful town of Estes Park, CO at the entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park is a dream come true. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. Stephen King, The Shining Our flight arrived early in theContinue reading “From Colorado to Wyoming and Two Feet in Nebraska”
Deep Creek Lake, MD
We started going to Deep Creek Lake, Maryland in 2019. It’s a two-hour drive from Frederick County, Maryland but feels like a world away from the rest of the state. It quickly became an annual family tradition where all six of us spend some great quality time together, and it is one that we lookContinue reading “Deep Creek Lake, MD”
Vegas, Grand Canyon, Sedona
It never occurred to me that people visit Las Vegas multiple times without visiting the Grand Canyon. My husband has been to Vegas at least 8 times but never the Grand Canyon, not to mention the Hoover Dam or Sedona, Arizona. Would it be possible to do it all in a short time and stillContinue reading “Vegas, Grand Canyon, Sedona”
A Christmas Story and A Thanksgiving Story in Traverse City, MI
I’ve heard that a trip to Traverse City is lovely every season but winter. If you do find yourself Up North during the colder months, you should expect snow as well as beaches, forests, dunes, and plenty of local breweries and wineries. A road trip from Maryland also affords the opportunity to make a fewContinue reading “A Christmas Story and A Thanksgiving Story in Traverse City, MI”
The Mountains of Asheville, Black Mountain, and Cherokee, NC
Mountain towns will always be my ideal vacation. There’s something about the fresh air, serene views, and escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life that keeps me wanting more. Oh, Carolina, keep calling me home. Eric Church When I was a kid, my family took a vacation to Cherokee, NC and Maggie Valley,Continue reading “The Mountains of Asheville, Black Mountain, and Cherokee, NC”
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