After a scenic drive from Camp Verde, Arizona, we arrived in Kanab, Utah, and settled into the Grand Plateau RV Resort, which turned out to be a perfect base for our next adventure. Eager to enjoy a good meal, we headed into town for dinner at the Rocking V Café, a local gem that served…
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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
We were sad to leave Heber City and the spectacular Wasatch fall colors , but new adventures were calling, and this time, we were headed south to Albuquerque for the world-famous Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Saying goodbye to the colorful mountains wasn’t easy, but the excitement of seeing hundreds of colorful hot air balloons fill…
Fall Color in the Wasatch Range
After reluctantly leaving the beauty of Glacier National Park behind, we made our way south to Heber City, Utah. Our destination was Mountain View RV Resort, one of our favorite RV parks. As we arrived, the fall colors of the Wasatch Range greeted us, and they were at their absolute peak—brilliant reds, yellows, and oranges…
Glacier National Park
After a wonderful stay in and around Calgary, we headed south into Montana, ready for a week of adventure at the East Glacier KOA. It felt great to be back in Glacier National Park, especially since we hadn’t visited the east side of the park since COVID. There’s something magical about this part of the…
Southern Alberta
We arrived at the Bow Rivers Edge RV Resort in Cochrane, Alberta, during a blinding rainstorm. As the downpour lashed against the RV, we managed to settle in for the night. When we woke the next morning, it was as if the storm had never happened. The skies were a vibrant blue, and the crisp…
Sea to Sky Gondola and Granville Island
Our trip began in Fernadale, WA, with a car packed full of anticipation for the journey ahead. We crossed the border into Canada and navigated our way through Vancouver traffic, eager to hit one of the most iconic drives in the region—the Sea to Sky Highway. This stunning route, officially known as Highway 99, winds…
Salt Spring Island 2024
We started our trip bright and early in Fernadale, WA, excited for a week of adventure and relaxation. After loading up the car, we made our way to the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal, filled with the anticipation of our journey to Salt Spring Island. As we boarded the Salish Orca under clear blue skies. Our ferry…
Black Hills of South Dakota
Nestled in the western part of South Dakota, the Black Hills are a stunning range of low mountains rich in history and natural beauty. Named for their dark appearance from a distance, due to the dense pine and spruce forests, the Black Hills have been a sacred place for Native American tribes, particularly the Lakota…
Great Sand Dunes National Park
Our adventure to Great Sand Dunes National Park was a captivating journey through time and nature. Nestled in southern Colorado, the park boasts the tallest sand dunes in North America, set against the stunning backdrop of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The origins of these dunes trace back approximately 440,000 years, to a time when…
Cumbres and Toltec Scenic RR
Our day on the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad began with anticipation as we prepared to travel from Chama, New Mexico, to Antonito, Colorado. This historic railroad, dating back to the late 19th century, was originally part of the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad, constructed to connect the isolated mountain communities with the broader…