Journals

Fun in Henderson

Henderson, Kentucky Henderson grew up along the banks of the Ohio River and offers a charming blend of historic architecture, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions. The historic downtown features a...

Glasgow

We love the juxtaposition surrounding Glasgow; the grounded roots of rural life sprinkled with the shiny bits of new cultures. The Glasgow/Barren County vibe works to preserve the best of...

Cherokee

Cherokee is the southern gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  Our first trip ever there was full of the great outdoors, pancakes, and some very touristy experiences. All...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Through the years we have road-tripped several times to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.   On the North side of the Park, we camped in Townsend along the Little River...

Jackson County (Sylva and Whittier)

Sylva is one of the North Carolina Mountain Towns of Jackson County, in the far western part of the state. It has quite a pronounced elevation shift right in their...

Cedars of Lebanon State Park & the fun towns around it

Cedars of Lebanon State Park is a beautiful state park with ten miles of hiking trails, comfy cabins and gorgeous camping spots.  It is a haven for birders, disc golfers,...

Lake Oconee

If you are someone who loves life at the lake, Lake Oconee in Eatonton, GA needs to be your next vacation. It is a beautiful 19,000-acre lake open for boating,...

3 ways TyBEE Happy in Georgia

1. Stroll along the beach, swim in the sea Tybee Island has an easy way – a real island time feel that will have you content to lay on the...

Hart County: A Rural Oasis

Hart County is a unique rural oasis in south-central Kentucky – divided into quadrants by Interstate 65 which runs north to south – and the Green River which runs east...

Oregon State & National Parks

Oregon is a beautiful pacific northwestern state that boasts 361 state parks and 11 national forests, along with being home to Crater Lake National Park. Volcanoes, coastlines, forests, grasslands, caves,...

Kentucky State & National Parks

Kentucky’s State Parks and National Parks share and preserve the diverse landscape and history of the state. We have visited and made memories at each park in Kentucky. Each showcases...

Edmonson County: the Back Porch of Mammoth Cave National Park

Everybody loves a back porch. Edmonson County is Mammoth Cave National Park’s. The Nolin River spills into the Green River and is part of Kentucky’s national water trail. At Nolin...

The Big City of Louisville

Along the Ohio River in Kentucky, you will find the state’s largest city: Louisville. Louisville’s Churchill Downs is the host of the Kentucky Derby. Some of the state’s most iconic...

Vette City: Bowling Green, Kentucky

Bowling Green is home to the National Corvette Museum and Factory and the NCM Motorsport Park where you can get behind the wheel yourself! But fast cars aren’t the only...

Charleston, Historic & Charming

Charleston is a charming city, rich with history and beautiful architecture. Walk the Battery and Rainbow Row. Shop on King Street. Learn Civil War history at Fort Sumter. Bask in...