Category: Travel Stories

Travel stories & ideas for adventures near and far – road trips, weekend getaways, budget trips and epic vacations.

Embracing Slow Travel as Full-Time RVers

When we decided to become location independent full-time RVers, we had a lot of talks about where we would go once we hit the road. It is almost too easy to make a giant list of places to see and a plan to check them off as soon as possible. But then we realized that... Read more

How Two Weeks of Van Life in Iceland Led to Full-Time RV Life

Have you ever been infected by an idea? It enters your brain and won't die no matter how much you try to smother it with other thoughts. A lot of people say they get bit by the travel bug and can't stop thinking about their desire to see new places. Renting a... Read more

Our Hilarious Mishap at Jacob’s Well in Texas Hill Country

Buddy and I have a running joke – if he doesn't end up with wet shoes, a bruise or some scratches, it wasn't an adventure. We thought we had gotten our bad luck out of the way after he lost our car keys at Pedernales Falls State Park. But what should have... Read more

7 Fun & Exciting Things to Do at Natural Bridge Caverns in Texas

Sometimes we just don't want to adult anymore. Luckily, our trip to Natural Bridge Caverns in Texas was the perfect excuse to act like kids again and forget our grown-up stresses. We had an amazing day packed with Texas-sized fun! From exploring the magical world... Read more

Must-See Texas: Beautiful San Marcos Glass Bottom Boat Tour

The Texas Hill Country is filled with gorgeous, unexpected gems and interesting places – especially if you love being on the water! And the San Marcos glass bottom boat tour of Spring Lake is a unique combination of both natural beauty and educational... Read more

Exploring Gorgeous Pedernales Falls in the Texas Hill Country

Since our temporary move to San Antonio, we have been itching to get out and see what adventures are nearby. Unsure of where to start our Texas explorations, we set out toward the Texas Hill Country to see what we could find. Little did we know, our travels would... Read more

Our Top 20 Memories of Why We Love Colorado

Since deciding to become full-time RVers in early 2017, we have been filled with many conflicting emotions. Although we will always love Colorado and plan to be back to visit, we can't help but feel a little sad to leave this wonderful place behind. However, we are... Read more

4 Las Vegas Off-Strip Activities You Won’t Want to Miss!

If you aren't leaving the strip when you visit Vegas, you are missing out on some awesome experiences! To wrap up our Vegas coverage, I wanted to share our favorite Las Vegas off-strip activities to inspire you to venture out. You don't have to drive very far to... Read more

8 Unique & Fun Things to Do in Las Vegas for Non-Gamblers

Las Vegas is an interesting, strange, and fun city that you will likely either love or hate. Many people go there to go on an alcohol and energy drink-fuelled gambling bender that they will barely remember unless they wake up with a bunch of chips in their pocket or... Read more

Las Vegas Dune Buggy Chase: #1 Reason to Venture Off the Strip

Looking for a sure thing on your trip to Vegas? Don't just be another gambling zombie locked inside all day and night, venture outside and off the strip to experience an adrenaline rush, unlike anything you will get at the casino with a Las Vegas dune buggy chase! We... Read more