Lessons Learned at Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard
Our first trip to an apple orchard was full of surprises! Here’s what we learned about apple pickin’ at Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard.… Read More Lessons Learned at Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard
Category: Travel
Because of the Army, we have been able to travel quite a bit in the past 10 years.
The travel bug bit us in 2011 when we left our home in rural Northwest Florida on a massive road trip to Fort Lewis in the state of Washington. While we traversed nearly the entire continental United States, we fell in love with traveling.
Since then, we have visited more than 25 states and 2 countries and all with our kids in tow! All of the destinations featured here are frugal, fun, and family-friendly.
You can also follow my travels on Instagram @findingmandee.
Most Popular Travel Posts
Sand Sledding at Jockey’s Ridge State Park
Sand sledding down the dunes at Jockey’s Ridge State Park was the highlight of our trip to North Carolina’s famed Outer Banks! … Read More Sand Sledding at Jockey’s Ridge State Park
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival: Everything You Need to Know
The North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival in Cary is a mesmerizing family experience! A must-see for families stationed at Fort Bragg during the holidays.… Read More North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival: Everything You Need to Know
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The Big List of Things To Do at Stone Mountain, Georgia
This summer, we took a family camping trip to Stone Mountain, Georgia. It was our first time camping with kids and I was worried about them getting bored. However, that didn’t happen. There were so many things to do at Stone Mountain that we didn’t get to do everything that we wanted to! I bought… Read More The Big List of Things To Do at Stone Mountain, Georgia
Seeing the Mermaids at Fort Fisher
We were able to make our little girls’ dreams come true when we took them to see ‘real life’ mermaids at Fort Fisher! I completely understood their excitement, because I too saw the mermaids when I was a child! Growing up in Florida, my parents took us to Weeki Wachee Springs to see the mermaids… Read More Seeing the Mermaids at Fort Fisher
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13 Fayetteville Festivals You Do Not Want to Miss
If you want to really experience a city, rather than merely visiting it, then you should go to their festivals. Going to a festival is the best way to truly engross yourself in a city. You will see the residents in masse, taste their signature dishes, take part in their traditions, and immerse yourself in… Read More 13 Fayetteville Festivals You Do Not Want to Miss
Gumbalimba Park: The Most Instagrammable Spot in Roatan
Our time spent in Roatan was magical! I know I’ve used that word to describe this trip before, but it truly is the only accurate description. One of our (and our social media followers’) favorite parts of the whole vacation was our trip to Gumbalimba Park. Our first day on the island ended with a… Read More Gumbalimba Park: The Most Instagrammable Spot in Roatan
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Reasons Recycled Books in Denton is a Book Lover’s Paradise
I recently had an overnight business trip in Denton, Texas. But I couldn’t just sit in my hotel room that night. Travel for work is still travel…right? That means I had to get out and explore! Google turned up the perfect thing for me to do in this little-known Texas town – a visit to… Read More Reasons Recycled Books in Denton is a Book Lover’s Paradise
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2018 Christmas at Fort Bragg
Being stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina has many benefits and always having something to do is one of them. There is so much to do in this area throughout the year and Christmas is no exception. Christmas at Fort Bragg is BUSY! There are so many things to do that it’s hard to keep… Read More 2018 Christmas at Fort Bragg
What I Wish I Had Known Before Visiting Monticello
While we were glamping at Shenandoah Crossing in Virginia, we took a little trip to Charlottesville to visit Thomas Jefferson’s historical home – Monticello. Our original plans were cancelled due to weather, so our excursion to Monticello was on a whim. I didn’t have time to do my usual (albeit anal-retentive) research, so I didn’t know… Read More What I Wish I Had Known Before Visiting Monticello