Weekend Roadtrips from Lancaster, PA (Part 1)

I love a weekend road trip. It’s a great way to get away and explore a new area without having … More

What To Do Near Moab, Utah

Moab, Utah is a great basecamp for many adventures. I’ve stayed here twice in the last few years and it’s … More

What To Do Near Staunton, Virginia (+ Sample Weekend Itinerary)

Staunton, Virginia is located in the central part of the state on the western side. It is a great basecamp … More

1 Day at Watkins Glen State Park in the Finger Lakes of NY

Watkins Glen State Park is nestled among the Finger Lakes in New York state. It’s right on the south side … More

Visiting Mammoth Cave National Park

My first visit to Mammoth Cave National Park was in 2021 on a road trip with Teddy from Pennsylvania to … More

7 Day Trips from Asheville, NC

Asheville, North Carolina is a great home base for not only exploring Asheville, but also for various day or weekend trips.

Budgeting Tips & Tricks for a Road Trip

Traveling can get to be quite expensive if you don’t plan out what you are going to spend ahead of time. Something I have done prior to booking anything for a trip is to write out my budget in various categories ahead of time.

Our Southwest Road Trip Itinerary (12 Days)

We spent time in 5 states including Nevada, California, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. We visited 9 National Parks, 3 State Parks, as well as National Forests, Monuments, Preserves and Tribal Parks.

Visiting Hoover Dam

It’s hard to imagine just how big this dam is until you visit.

Visiting Valley of Fire State Park in Nevada (Beehives, Petroglyphs & Big Horn Sheep)

Valley of Fire State Park has been on my list of places to visit for about the last few years. I saw a picture of it online while researching a trip and knew I wanted to go when I would be in the area in a future. Fast forward a few years and on our Southwest Road Trip, I was able to finally visit!