Winter weather is fast approaching, and few things can bring an exciting road trip to a screeching halt faster than car trouble. But many mechanical mishaps can be prevented by taking a…
For seven years of my life I needed a wheelchair and mobility scooter to get around. My health issues make traveling tricky at best and at its worst, downright harrowing. But my…
For many Maryland travelers, travel troubles conjure images of angst-riddled backups on the Bay Bridge, or unexpected downpours washing away all hopes of a solid beach day. Travel troubles, however, take on…
Did you know there are 53 state parks in Maryland? Set up camp in the mountains, along a river, or on the beach, and settle in for a trip filled with fresh…
If adventuring outdoors is part of your lifestyle, it’s a hard pill to swallow when chronic illness causes you to be unable to keep up with your former pace. A year ago,…
Road trips expose children to new experiences and build their connections to people and places. But let’s be honest, the idea of road tripping with a baby can be both intimidating and…
“Safe travels” is one of our go-to phrases when someone is about to embark on an adventure, but what does “safe travels” actually look like? I spend about half of the year…
Road trip memories last a lifetime, and one of mine taught me a lesson I’ll never forget. Years ago I drove to Long Island, dutifully following the GPS suggestion for the shortest…
Almost everything seems better when enjoyed outside, and family time is no exception. Going on a family hike is a great way to foster a connection with the outdoors while also drawing…
Do you know how everyone plays a role in their group of friends? My role is to book our vacations! I like to think I’m an Airbnb pro. I’ve spent much of…
Moving into my self-converted van in May of 2021 kicked off a cross-country roadtrip from mountain summits in Maryland to pebble beaches and big cities to barren deserts. Living in a van…
What’s better than reaching the summit of a trail? Taking in the view with a happy panting pup by your side! But before you pull on your boots and grab the leash,…
There is something innately spontaneous about a road trip. Being able to control your schedule, stop wherever looks interesting, and even go on a complete detour makes road travel much more about…
Winter weather is fast approaching and few things can bring an exciting road trip to a screeching halt faster than car trouble. But many mechanical mishaps can be prevented by taking a…
Whether you’re coming from out of state (welcome!) or planning your next in-state road trip, it never hurts to brush up on the rules of the road. Getting pulled over is a…
Raise your hand if the last several months of quarantine life have induced vivid daydreams of escaping to new and fascinating places that aren’t your living room. Now, raise your hand if…
