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The LONG Journey Home

2020-11-23
On: November 23, 2020

In May 2020 we left Florida for home. Because of covid-19, we just didn’t know how or when we’d get there! Along the way we saw a goat tower, enjoyed a beautiful sunset at an unexpected location, bought a new-for-us AC, and discovered a new favorite campground, Come along on our Trip of Uncertainty! Read More →

Exploring Punta Gorda, Fl

2020-09-02
On: September 2, 2020

In this video we share tips on free camping, enjoy the free Deep Creek Preserve campground, take the Babcock Ranch Eco Tour (lots of Alligators) and explore the Punta Gorda Military Heritage Museum. Read More →

Fun Times on the Forgotten Coast of Florida

2020-07-28
On: July 28, 2020

Some of the best, quirkiest, most interesting, and most beautiful things to see and do in Florida are miles and miles away from Orlando, Miami, and the Atlantic coast. This winter we decided to head west to “The Forgotten Coast,” otherwise known as the Florida Panhandle. While staying in Carrabelle, we discovered a house built of empty bottles, saw the world’s smallest police station, and visited the Crooked River Lighthouse. Then on to Apalachicola, Florida’s self-described “Oyster Capital of the World,” to enjoy the fruit of the sea at “Up the Creek Raw Bar.” Did we eat raw oysters? You’ll have to watch to findRead More →

Free Camping and fun on the Florida Panhandle

2020-07-12
On: July 12, 2020

As RVing becomes more and more popular, it’s getting harder and harder to find a nice campsite – or any campsite – during the high season in popular areas. And RV destinations don’t get much more popular than Florida in the winter. More and more RVers are making reservations at their favorite Florida campgrounds a full year in advance. Others find themselves constantly on the phone, spending three nights here, and two nights there, wherever they can find a vacancy. And did I mention that most Florida campgrounds are expensive? This year we made it our goal to spend as little as possible on campsites,Read More →

Bicycling the Virginia Creeper Trail

2020-06-27
On: June 27, 2020

The Virginia Creeper Trail is a beautiful and easy bicycle ride, sixteen miles downhill along an old railroad bed in the Virginia mountains. We stop at the Green Cove Station museum and the Creeper Trail Cafe for their “World Famous Chocolate Cake.” Is it as good as they say?  Read More →

Camping in Smoky Mountains National Park – Elk, waterfalls, scenic hikes, and the Cherokee Museum

2020-06-27
On: June 27, 2020

In this video we explore Smoky Mountains National Park during Elk mating season, get lost hiking Deep Creek Trail, take a short “hike” on the Appalachian Trail, visit the Museum of the Cherokee Nation, and discover the reason they call them the Smokey Mountains at Clingmans Dome! We’re eager to hear from you. Please leave comments, questions, and suggestions below!Read More →

Arches National Park PLUS Dead Horse Point State Park, & Canyonlands by Night

2020-06-27
On: June 27, 2020

Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, and Canyonlands by Day and Night. We explore them all while camping in Moab, Utah. There is so much to do and see that we feel like we only scratched the surface! Highlights include a great hike for children at Arches, a river tour that’s both hilarious and inspiring, scenic vistas that take your breath away, and tips for getting the most out of your visit to Moab. IN THIS VIDEO Moab KOA – https://koa.com/campgrounds/moab/ Dead Horse Point State Park – https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/dead-horse/ Arches National Park – https://www.nps.gov/arch/index.htm Canyonlands by Night and Day – https://canyonlandsbynight.comRead More →

On the Road to Jekyll Island, Georgia

2020-06-01
On: June 1, 2020

In this video we invite you to travel with us from New Jersey to Jekyll Island, Georgia to attend an Xscapers Convergence, enjoy a sunset dolphin tour, and have some good eats (BBQ, Sweet Georgia Shrimp, and a Low Country Boil). Along the way stayed at Castle Glen Winery in Doswell, VA through Harvest Hosts. And, there are some AMAZING sunsets! IN THIS VIDEO: Xscapers RV Club: http://www.xscapers.comCastle Glen Winery: https://www.castleglenwine.com/ D&H BBQ in Manning, SC: https://www.facebook.com/dandhbarbquemanning/ Jekyll Island Campground: https://www.jekyllisland.com/lodging/jekyll-island-campground/ Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours: https://www.captainphillip.com/City Market Seafood, Brunswick GA: http://www.citymarketseafood.com/ We’re eager to hear from you. Please leave comments, questions, and suggestions below!Read More →

A Baby Alpaca is Born and Free Camping with Harvest Hosts

2020-05-10
On: May 10, 2020

We watched a baby Alpaca being born while camping for FREE as part of Harvest Hosts at Sopris Alpaca Farm in Silt, Colorado! Plus we and the dogs enjoyed some amazing scenery you’ve got to see to believe!Read More →

Magnificent Moab

2020-04-26
On: April 26, 2020

In Moab, Utah we explored Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, and Canyonlands by Day and Night. Highlights in this video include a great hike for children at Arches, a river tour that’s both hilarious and inspiring, scenic vistas that take your breath away, and tips for getting the most out of your visit to Moab. There is so much to do and see in the Moab area that we feel like we only scratched the surface! Next time we’ll try to schedule at least a full week to enjoy all of the fun and beauty that it has to offer. IN THIS VIDEORead More →

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