Tag: travel


  • Our Mighty Five Utah Road Trip in 11 Days: How We Did It in a Camper Van

    Planning a multi-park road trip across the country from Georgia to Utah with just 11 days off work might sound impossible—but we pulled it off, and it was one of the most unforgettable adventures we’ve ever had. We made the decision to visit Utah’s Mighty Five somewhat last minute and knew we’d need to be…

  • Camping and Hiking at Fort Mountain State Park

    We recently spent what might be our last trip in the truck camper before moving on to another rig. The weather was perfect, the trails were tough and our campsite was private, despite backing up to a trail (and a bear!). Fort Mountain State Park in northwest Georgia boasts epic views, waterfalls, and more than…

  • Camping at Big Meadows in Shenandoah National Park

    During the last week of September, we camped at Big Meadows Campground, centrally located within Shenandoah National Park. We hoped we would get lucky and see beautiful fall color, but we were a little bit too early for that. One thing I do before booking campsites is to thoroughly and excessively research campsites them. We chose…

  • A night at the apple orchards

    We recently camped in Great Smoky Mountain National Park at Cataloochee Campground. On our last day there, it rained, so we took our truck camper to explore other areas of the park because we usually don’t drop the camper when we camp. After a white-knuckle drive on the way out of the Cataloochee Valley, we…

  • Our stay at Cataloochee Campground

    We have been trying to take a trip to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and it just hasn’t lined up with our schedules. We booked October reservations two years ago and were excited to visit there in the fall. However, we had to cancel due to a family obligation. We booked another one–this time for…

  • 6 national parks to visit in Georgia

    As weekend warriors who sadly don’t get as much time to camp on weekends as we’d like, we usually stay pretty close to home. Luckily, Georgia is home to some of the most beautiful and historic national parks in the country, each offering something unique. Here are six national parks to visit in Georgia: Chattahoochee…

  • Capture your memories with a camping journal and RV log book

    Are you planning a camping trip and looking for a way to document your adventures? A camping journal and RV logbook is the perfect solution. Not only will it allow you to record your memories, but it can also serve as a guide for future trips. Choosing a journal When buying a camping journal, there…

  • 5 benefits to using a camping journal

    You may have never thought about using a camping journal before. It’s the type of thing you’d find only in an outdoor store. But what are the benefits of using a camping journal? Here are five different perks. Helps you remember important details: A camping journal can serve as a reference for future trips, helping…

  • Decorating your RV on a budget

     Decorating an RV with printable wall art is a great way to personalize and add character to your home on wheels. Whether you’re a full-time RVer or just enjoy taking weekend trips, you can use printable wall art to make your RV feel like a true home away from home. One of the biggest advantages…

  • Camping at Fort McAllister State Park

    Since the time we bought our truck camper in July 2020 and finally started camping by September, we have camped around our state five times. Plus, we had a sixth trip scheduled a month ago but canceled it due to storms (and it didn’t even rain after all). It has rained the majority of the…