My favorite island in Hawai'i that we visited was Kaua'i. One of the primary reasons was my experiences with the green sea turtles (honu) on Poipu Beach. We were given a tip to go to the beach by a family at the Grand Hyatt (see our review here) we were staying at and it was even … [Read more...] about Spotting Sea Turtles At Poipu Beach In Kaua’i, HI
The Ultimate Road Trip: Marriage Edition – One Week From The End Of The Road Trip
We interrupt this regularly scheduled blog post - starting to tell you about state #49, Nevada - to say hello from state #50 - HAWAI'I!! If you follow us on social media then you know that we've been in Hawai'i for almost three weeks. Today (Wednesday, December 25, 2024) is … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Road Trip: Marriage Edition – One Week From The End Of The Road Trip
80’s Kids Delight: Fort Laramie, WY & Real Oregon Trail Wagon Ruts
Many days on the road trip are living the dream...but living the childhood dream!? That was my day going to Fort Laramie National Historic Site in Wyoming and seeing real wagon ruts remaining from the Oregon Trail. I loved the Oregon Trail computer game growing up (I still do … [Read more...] about 80’s Kids Delight: Fort Laramie, WY & Real Oregon Trail Wagon Ruts
Visiting Salmon Glacier Near Stewart, BC – One Of Our Favorite Road Trip Stops To/From Alaska
Visiting Salmon Glacier was one of the highlights of our journey to Alaska and back. It's fairly near the small town of Stewart in British Columbia, Canada (see this post for more about our time there). Someone had recommended to Stephen that we visit Stewart as there was a … [Read more...] about Visiting Salmon Glacier Near Stewart, BC – One Of Our Favorite Road Trip Stops To/From Alaska
Under The Sea In Alaska: Visiting the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward
One of the top things I was looking forward to doing in Seward, AK was visiting the Alaska SeaLife Center. I hadn't realized that it was solely focused on marine life in and around Alaska, so I got a real treat seeing marine animals that I'd never seen before, not having been to … [Read more...] about Under The Sea In Alaska: Visiting the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward
24 Hours In Utqiagvik (Formerly Barrow), AK: Polar Plunge, Eating Whale, Neverending Sun & More
Utqiagvik (formerly Barrow, AK) is the 9th most northern city in the world and the most northern city in the US. We spent a whirlwind 24 hours there and I'd gladly do it again, and recommend it to others. That being said, part of what MADE our trip was that it coincided with … [Read more...] about 24 Hours In Utqiagvik (Formerly Barrow), AK: Polar Plunge, Eating Whale, Neverending Sun & More
Walk On The Wild Side Tour At Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center In Girdwood, AK
I follow the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center on social media, so I knew it was a location I wanted to visit while we were in Alaska. We were closest to the center when we were in Anchorage, so we booked tickets and went on a beautiful Saturday. Knowing that summer … [Read more...] about Walk On The Wild Side Tour At Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center In Girdwood, AK
A Night Out At Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall In Dawson City, Canada
We'd planned to stop into Dawson City for the Sourtoe Cocktail without realizing just how much more there was to see and do there. One thing that we found out about along the way was Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall. It's a fantastic little spot with slot machines, a few … [Read more...] about A Night Out At Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall In Dawson City, Canada
Pet A Porcupine (& Other Animals) At Kangaroo Creek Farm In Kelowna, BC, Canada
It's well-established No Home Just Roam lore that I love to pet all the things. I'm in a FB group called "I Just Know I'll Die Trying To Pet Something I Shouldn't'; it was there that I learned about Priscilla the porcupine (from a fellow brave animal-loving soul) and knew that … [Read more...] about Pet A Porcupine (& Other Animals) At Kangaroo Creek Farm In Kelowna, BC, Canada
Slimed, Kissed, Slobbered (& Boogered!) At Olympic Game Farm In Sequim, WA
To say I have a certain reputation amongst our friends (and probably you, dear readers) would be an understatement. It's well known that I love the animals. It's also been established that if there's a chance to touch an animal, I'll be at the front of the line. I particularly … [Read more...] about Slimed, Kissed, Slobbered (& Boogered!) At Olympic Game Farm In Sequim, WA