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The Best of St Augustine, Florida – Top 9

St. Augustine, Florida is the oldest continually occupied European city in the United States. Founded by the Spanish in September of 1565, the city actually predates the country by more than 200 years. Visiting St. Augustine is like peering into two worlds simultaneously. Traverse the modern city with cars bustling by with people on their…

Dry Tortugas Guide – Florida’s Remote National Park

There are many reasons to visit Florida’s most remote National Park—Dry Tortugas. They include a storied history that dates back to 1513, an abundance of birds and sea life, and really dark skies. You can read all about the Top 9 reasons to visit Dry Tortugas on our website. While there are many things to…

Visiting Dry Tortugas – Top 9 Reasons

For many the 106-mile journey down the world-renowned Overseas Highway on the southern tip of Florida is an adventure that ends in Key West. However, for those looking for more seclusion and adventure, we suggest continuing west for another 70 miles. You’ll find a small cluster of seven islands known as the Dry Tortugas. These…

Cumberland Island Guide – Georgia’s National Seashore

Have you read about the Top 10 reasons for visiting Cumberland Island? Now let’s look at the logistics! The process of visiting the island can be a bit difficult. Ferry tickets and camping permits need to be acquired separately months in advance. On the day of your journey, you must check in and collect your…

Visiting Cumberland Island – Top 10

There is no other place in the United States quite like Cumberland Island National Seashore. The island has been the home of the Timucuan Indians, Spanish Missionaries, the British Military, Revolutionary war heroes, and American industrialists. The National Parks Service is tasked with preserving human history while simultaneously letting the majority of the island revert…

A New Orleans Mardi Gras Experience

A New Orleans Mardi Gras is perhaps the weirdest experience of my life. For those new to the blog, we are outdoorsy people. So, prior to us seriously contemplating going to Carnival, I had no idea what the event was even about. If you are like me you probably think Mardi Gras is all about…