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Isn’t it great when you can look back and laugh at an epic camping fail? We have all had those trips that did not go exactly as planned, and ours was four years ago on a chilly weekend at Camp Taylor in the Skylands Region of New Jersey. Our family was still new to...
This article originally appeared in the Jayco Journal. When you own an RV, planning your next family adventure is always part of the fun. But should you go somewhere new or return to a place that you love? Our family has camped in eight different states, and we hope...
Here is what I am going to tell you about my town: no one who lives here goes to the town beach on the weekend. Ever. You see, our waterfront has boardwalk attractions, so the locals go a little bit north or a little bit south and find a nice quiet bit of sand for a...
It is probably no surprise to our readers that people tell us their camping stories. What might surprise you is how many people have that one epic RV trip stored away in their childhood memories. I'm not talking about people who grew up traveling from campground to...
We definitely do our fair share of research and planning before we take a trip. Over the years, however, we have learned the value of being flexible. All the scheduling in the world cannot compete with a campground owner's recommendation for BBQ or a spontaneous visit...
It is in no way hyperbolic to call Winterthur a magical place. The 1,000 acre preserve, founded by Henry Francis du Pont, is filled with rolling meadows, sparkling green woodlands, and secret gardens that will surprise and delight your entire family. The Lively...
1. Touristy boardwalk fun, like the Myrtle Beach SkyWheel, that will make you smile from ear to ear. 2. Soulful boardwalk fun, at places like Myrtle Beach State Park, that will fill your lungs with fresh ocean air. 3. Room to splash and play and greet the waves at...
When I was a little kid growing up at the Jersey Shore, I loved rainy days at the beach. I still do. The crowds magically disappear, and the ocean and sky look moody, mellow, and dramatic. So when Myrtle Beach presented us with a rainy day on our RV trip last week...
One of our greatest goals as a traveling family is to find activities that everyone can enjoy. It is so easy for parents to get sucked into the world of the child, where every vacation is filled with arcades and amusement parks and large, furry characters. Then there...
When we pulled into Myrtle Beach State Park, Wesley was fast asleep. His twin brothers, however, were not. So we found a parking spot between the playground and the beach so Wes could rest and the boys could play. Max informed me that I was going to be “the bad...
