How a final stop at Gettysburg National Military Park on my summer road trip became a journey through history, perspective, and understanding. The sound of cicadas filled the warm summer air as I stepped out of the truck. A gentle breeze stirred the grass, carrying the earthy scent of sun-warmed …
Explore the Northeast USA | Historic & Coastal Travel
History, coastline, and changing seasons come alive in the Northeast. Wander through mountain trails, seaside villages, and cities steeped in stories.
The Long Way Home from New England
By the time I left Bangor, I had abandoned my original plan of taking a couple of weeks to slowly make my way back to Richmond. Between working on the road, driving, planning, and living in the camper, I was tired. I was ready to go home. I stayed on Interstate 95 until Lewiston, Maine. Then I …
Visiting Bangor Maine at the End of Our New England Road Trip
The video we took while visiting Bangor Maine during our New England road trip. You can view the full route, maps, and all stops: New England Road Trip Itinerary Stephen King's House, Hollywood Casino, and Finding the Eye of the Storm When I travel, I tend to move like a tornado — bouncing …
Bar Harbor Lobster Boat Tour and the Charm of This Coastal Town
This video shows our Bar Harbor Lobster Boat Tour during our New England road trip series. You can view the full route, maps, and all stops: New England Road Trip Itinerary Normally when I travel, I’m pulled toward nature more than populated areas. Give me mountains, forests, waterfalls, or …
Road Trip to Acadia National Park in a Truck Camper: What Worked, What Didn’t, and What I Loved
Our alarm pulsed and we wiggled our way down to the bottom of the bed in the truck camper. We’d set it to wake before sunrise for a special photoshoot so it was still pitch black outside. I poured the mandatory caffeine into my to-go cup and we began our flashlight walk from the campsite toward …
Boston to Maine Road Trip: A Day of History, Nostalgia, and the Open Road
Boston to Maine Road Trip: Orchard House, Freeport, and the Drive to Bass Harbor We packed up our campsite at Wompatuck, returned the rental car, and pointed the truck north toward Maine. We had already dropped our son off at the Boston airport the day prior, so this was the beginning of our …
