Stair climbing is a great exercise. Did you know that stair climbing burns more calories per minute than jogging? Or that plenty of athletes, including professional skiers, regard stair climbing as a great way to stay fit? Remember Rocky Balboa and those daunting steps in the early days of his training? Didn’t we all cheer … [Read more…]
When isn’t it a good time to visit California? The sunshine and that certain California lifestyle is always a good idea. Make 2020 the year of good ideas and take a quick trip to these CA cities. Lake Tahoe in winter is full of skiing, ice skating, and snowboarding fun. There’s also hiking and snowmobiling … [Read more…]
Celebrate our Golden Anniversary by spending a few days with us in the Golden State. California is full of little gems (see what we did there?) when it comes to great getaways and those gems include our fabulous RV Campgrounds. Speaking of gold, why not visit the spot where the goldrush began. Ponderosa RV Campground … [Read more…]
What is fall without a visit to a pumpkin patch and trek through a winding maze of corn? Check out some of these fall traditions and see if you can find the Great Pumpkin and your way out of the maze, as well! Touted as one of the best corn mazes in America and most … [Read more…]
Celebrate fall with harvest celebrations, unique musical events, and a traditional Oktoberfest. Set among the beautiful fall foliage, these events are sure to please. Sonoma County Harvest Fair (CA): Set for October 4-5, the event features over 100 Sonoma County wineries bringing more than 300 wines for tasting along with local chefs bringing their fares … [Read more…]
Take part in this wonderful fall tradition – and whether you drop in or host your own tailgate, we have tips and teams to consider. Whether it’s college football or the National Football League, tailgating sure is fun and a great way to get hyped for the game. Here’s are some tailgating tips as well … [Read more…]
America’s first lighthouse dates to the early 1700s in Boston, but lighthouses have been guiding ships since approximately 300 B.C. when Ptolemy built the first one in ancient Egypt. The purpose of these towering structures is to provide navigational aid to ships at sea, acting as a traffic light of sorts. The lights flash in … [Read more…]
A walking food tour sounds almost counterintuitive – exercise and food together? But maybe these unique tours are the best of both worlds as they combine both delicious nibbles and a little fresh air. Here are just a few to whet your appetite! Austin Eats (Austin, TX) Austin Eats is a variety of different foodie … [Read more…]
Water, water everywhere and so much fun to be had. Stay at the lake with us this summer! If you’re a family who is divided when it comes to vacation choices – such as a lake vacation or a camping vacation, you’re in luck when it comes to choosing a location for a Thousand Trails … [Read more…]
Did you know waterfalls are classified into 10 different types based on the way the water descends? Those classifications include plunge, punchbowl, cascade, and tiered. And while Angel Falls in Venezuela may be the highest, uninterrupted waterfall in the world at 3,212 feet, our own Niagara Falls is the world’s most visited, drawing more than … [Read more…]