After being swarmed by gnats on our hike up Mt Pisgah, Shae and I were a little apprehensive about going on another hike through a forest in Vermont. We decided to brave it though and so headed to Silver Lake in Salisbury with our dog Truffles. Silver Lake is next to Lake … [Read more...] about Hiking The Silver Lake Trail In Salisbury, Vermont
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Going Cliff Jumping At Warren Falls In Vermont
While moving on from Waterbury VT to Brandon VT, we saw a sign for Warren Falls in the Green Mountain National Forest. We love waterfalls and finding random places while traveling around, so we decided to stop for a while to check it out. This was a great decision as Warren … [Read more...] about Going Cliff Jumping At Warren Falls In Vermont
Visiting The Dog Chapel & Stephen Huneck Art Gallery At Dog Mountain, VT
Imagine a huge dog park, a dog-friendly art gallery and a beautiful location to remember your beloved dog and memorialize them. That's what you find at the Dog Chapel at Dog Mountain in Vermont. We stopped by on our way to Mt Pisgah and Lake Willoughhby and spent a few minutes … [Read more...] about Visiting The Dog Chapel & Stephen Huneck Art Gallery At Dog Mountain, VT
Hiking The North Trail Up Mt Pisgah In Vermont Overlooking Lake Willoughby
Mt Pisgah in Vermont had some of the most stunning views we've experienced from any hikes so far on our 50 state road trip. It's a strenuous hike uphill with lots of gnats trying to bite you in the summer, but the effort is worth it once you reach the overlooks that look out … [Read more...] about Hiking The North Trail Up Mt Pisgah In Vermont Overlooking Lake Willoughby
Restaurant Review: The Skinny Pancake Burlington Waterfront, Vermont
During our stay in Burlington, Shae and I went for lunch with a friend we'd met at a conference about 8 years ago and hadn't seen since. We had Truffles with us as it was a beautiful day, so we needed to eat somewhere with outdoor seating. While walking around, Burlington … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: The Skinny Pancake Burlington Waterfront, Vermont
Hotel Review: Hampton Inn Colchester, Vermont
Shae and I spent a week in Montpelier, Vermont last year on our 50 state road trip, so we wanted to come back to Vermont to see even more of the state. We're spending three weeks here this year, with the first of those weeks being in the Burlington area. Pet-friendly hotel and … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Hampton Inn Colchester, Vermont
Here’s Our Best & Worst Things From Kentucky
Shae and I recently left Kentucky after spending 6 weeks there as the 12th state on our 5 year, 50 state road trip. I didn't have high hopes for Kentucky when we arrived. I was looking forward to all the bourbon, but my impression of the state before visiting wasn't … [Read more...] about Here’s Our Best & Worst Things From Kentucky
Attending A Bone Soiree: Dog Brunch At Hotel Covington In Covington, KY
You mean you don't drive 1.5 hours to take your dog to brunch? Do you even love your dog? Truffles is lovingly nicknamed "Princess Paw" in our house, for good reason. She's been taken to North America's Largest Dog Festival, enjoys specialty dog events, dines in the finest … [Read more...] about Attending A Bone Soiree: Dog Brunch At Hotel Covington In Covington, KY
Hiking The Low Gap Trail At Natural Bridge State Resort Park In Kentucky
After spending 6 weeks in Kentucky during our 5 year, 50 state road trip, Shae and I wanted to make the most of our final few days in the state. With just a few days until we were due to head to our next state, we took a trip from Lexington down to Natural Bridge State Resort … [Read more...] about Hiking The Low Gap Trail At Natural Bridge State Resort Park In Kentucky
Hotel Review: Hyatt Place Lexington, Kentucky
The final stop on our 6 week visit to Kentucky during our 50 state road trip was Lexington. We'd originally planned to stay 5-10 nights, then those 5-10 nights became 13. Shae subsequently booked an activity near Lexington for my birthday, so we ended up staying there for 16 … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Hyatt Place Lexington, Kentucky