Tag: Travel
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A Tar Heel Journey: Day 2
In July 2015, Samie and family traveled from Wisconsin to Kentucky, crossing five states. They visited Hammond, Indiana, home of “A Christmas Story,” before hiking at Indiana Dunes National Park despite rainy weather. Enjoying various roadside stops, including Indianapolis and crossing into Kentucky, they ended the day at a hotel, excited for their next destination.
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A Road Trip to Glacier and Banff (Part 4)
The family explores Lake Louise, enjoying stunning views, dining, and a ski resort before resting for their next adventure in Banff.
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A Tar Heel Journey: Day 1
In July 2015, Samie recounts a family road trip from Watertown, South Dakota, to Charlotte, North Carolina. The journey began with a manageable 7.5-hour drive to Madison, Wisconsin. Samie reflects on her newfound love for travel, sharing experiences of enjoying the scenery, taking photos, and the jovial antics of her family.
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A Road Trip to Glacier and Banff (part 3)
August 2018 By: Luke Mom, Dad, Annie and I started heading West away from our charming little A-frame cabin. The drive into Glacier National Park form the East is totally different from the West. We are taking the day to drive to our AirBnb in British Columbia. As we exit the park we see all…
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A South East Road Trip: The Peach State
In July 2018, a road trip through Georgia led to Atlanta, where the group visited Oakland Cemetery and Centennial Olympic Park. Highlights included notable figures’ graves, Olympic landmarks, a fun fountain show, and a memorable ride on the Skyline View Ferris Wheel. They also photographed the Jackson Street Bridge, famous from The Walking Dead.
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A Road Trip to Glacier and Banff (part 2)
In August 2018, we enjoyed breakfast celebrating my mom’s birthday, explored Glacier Park, hiked to Hidden Lake, visited Two Medicine, and relaxed at our cabin.
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A South East Road Trip: The Bluegrass State
In July 2018, Samie and her family embarked on a road trip from South Dakota to Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky. They explored the extensive cave system, participated in various tours, encountered wildlife, and enjoyed local cuisine. Their adventure concluded with a hike before heading to Nashville for more travels.
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A Road Trip to Glacier and Banff (part 1)
August 2018 By: Luke Back in 2018 I took a road trip with my family to Glacier National Park and Banff National Park. Mom, Dad, Annie (my big sister) and I set out in Mom’s Honda Odyssey to tackle my very first border crossing. We first had to get ourselves to North Dakota. Mom, Dad,…
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The Best Non-Planned Moments
By: Luke This one comes from our trip to Winnipeg. We got so incredibly lucky with our AirBnB location. This insane display was less than a block away from where we stayed. We stocked up every morning and had goodies for when we started looking for late night snacks. This a view from the highest…
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Would You Travel To These Fictional Places?
The post explores imaginative and whimsical vacations in famous fictional worlds, highlighting their unique traits, dangers, and charming quirks.
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The Mistake by the Lake
In June 2017, Luke recounts an unexpected 17-mile hike in Glacier National Park with Sam. Initially planning a 5-mile trek to Lake Macdonald Lodge, they mistakenly walked much further without encountering their destination. After navigating challenging terrain, they eventually hit the highway and received a ride from an Australian couple back to their campground.
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Fantastic Views and Where to Find Them
Luke shares his experiences exploring stunning natural landscapes, often surprisingly close to roads. He highlights Crater Lake in Oregon, the Grand Canyon’s overwhelming beauty, Glacier National Park’s scenic drives, California’s desert charm, Iceland’s Seljalandsfoss waterfall, and stunning views from Norway. He appreciates sunrises and the fresh perspective they bring.
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