Inspiring travel stories, tips, and guides from a couple exploring the world one destination at a time.
Last Updated: July 4, 2026
St. Augustine was the start of our Florida winter snowbird destination. It had been a few years since we last visited Florida, and after the previous winter’s cold, wet weather in California, we were looking forward to beaches, sunshine, and warmth. We were not disappointed — St. Augustine delivered on every front, from its gorgeous beaches and ancient masonry fort to its charming pedestrian streets and lively martini bars.
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
South Carolina is a scenic state, especially along the coast. Even though we are on our way to Florida, we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to explore the area. We loved the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and seeing peak fall foliage for the last month, but were ready to see a beach again and eat fresh seafood.
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited National Park in the United States — and during fall foliage season, it feels like all those visitors show up at once. Despite the crowds, the scenery, wildlife, and mountain roads make it completely worth it.
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
The Blue Ridge Parkway is part of the National Park Service and links Shenandoah National Park to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Blue Ridge Parkway is 469 miles long and continues through Shenandoah as Skyline Drive for another 105 miles. This leg of our 2019 fall road trip took us through some of the most spectacular autumn scenery in the eastern United States.
Last Updated: July 2, 2026
New York was our first stop after leaving Vermont. We loved seeing all the fall colors, but further south, the beautiful fall foliage had not yet reached its peak. We were looking forward to witnessing the colors all over again!
Last Updated: July 2, 2026
Vermont is where we have family and friends who we love to visit, especially during the fall. The area has mountains, rivers, wildlife, and pristine forests without the crowds.
