ALERT! These are the BEST things to do in Hot Springs, Arkansas

Hot Springs is a fantastic getaway, but like most destinations, you need to know how to make the most out of your limited time there…

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30 Must-Read Road Trip Quotes For Your Next Long Drive

These road trip quotes are the exact inspiration you need if you love to travel!!

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5 helpful things no one told you about Huntsville, Alabama

There’s more to Rocket City than you may think. We think these 5 things will …

weekend trips from nashSamantha NelsonJanuary 14, 2022the south, 1-3 hours, huntsville, AlabamaComment

No question, the BEST places to live in Nashville for families

Is moving to Nashville a good idea? And if so…WHERE should you settle? Here are the answers and tips you need!

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Everything you need to know about Nashville’s closest beach

There's no need to break out the Googler and search: closest beaches to Nashville, because we’ve got the perfect spot for you.

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17 SERIOUSLY good weekend trips from Nashville that will surprise you

Don’t have time to research what to do this weekend? Here are 17 ideas crammed into one article just for you.

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17 of the BEST small-town adventures in Southwest Virginia

Usually, when travelers think of visiting Virginia, they defer to popular Virginia landmarks and destinations like: Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, Shenandoah National Park, etc. But after touring Southwest Virginia…

Family Travel, weekend trips from nashSamantha NelsonMay 24, 2021the south, virginia, appalachian, zipline, 4+ hours Comments

Red pandas and jellyfish: You've never had a Knoxville trip like this

As we began talking about Knoxville, people started doing one of two things:

Family Travel, Three in 2018, weekend trips from nashSamantha NelsonMay 24, 2021Tennessee, Things to do, the south, knoxville, #knoxrocks, weekend trips from nash, 1-3 hours Comments

Going to Hawaii? Not without these suggestions.

So, you're headed to the islands and you want the scoop on what you should see. Not the tourist scoop, but the local places to check out, right?

Travelogues, Adventures, Travel TipsSamantha NelsonMay 19, 2021Hawaii, Oahu, Tips, Things to do, the west Comments

Mammoth Cave and other surprises in Bowling Green, KY

Located just an hour from downtown Nashville, I was hoping this city would help us get rid of the quarantine blues with a getaway full of family fun...

travel guide, weekend trips from nashSamantha NelsonMay 13, 2021family vacation, mammoth cave, Bowling Green, corvette, day trip, family fun, the south, 1-3 hoursComment

How to see Maine by train in 4 magnificent nights

Here's the scoop on what a Maine train vacation would entail. Your trip begins in Boston…

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Which Hot Springs bathhouse is PERFECT for you?

We’re giving you a RARE peek inside three notable bathhouses on Bathhouse Row…

weekend trips from nashSamantha NelsonMay 8, 20214+ hours, the south, hot springs, bathhouse rowComment

9-types of travelers will LOVE Selma: Are you one?

So, who should visit Selma? If you are one of the travelers on this list, Selma is an...

Travel Tips, travel guide, Family Travel, weekend trips from nashSamantha NelsonMay 5, 2021Travelers, visit Selma, Oprah, Selma, alabama black belt adventures, the south, 4+ hours Comments

These 4 castles near Nashville make the best romantic getaways

If you are looking for ideas on where to book a weekend getaways in Tennessee (or surrounding areas) for couples, check out these three CASTLES!!

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12 Insider Tips to Some of Gulf Shores' Best Restaurants

Everyone knows you go to Gulf Shores, AL, for the beautiful white, sandy beaches. But did you know that Gulf Shores has some notable foodie spots that you just cannot miss? Here are some tips to navigate these busy hot spots!

Travel Tips, Family TravelSamantha NelsonApril 19, 2021Gulf Shores, Restaurants, Beach vacay, the south Comments

The 20 best Dirty Santa gifts people are SURE to steal!

Dirty Santa does not refer to…(ahem) “adult gifts.” Dirty Santa is a family game where guests bring wrapped gifts, usually worth around…

Brands we loveSamantha NelsonNovember 29, 2020Christmas, Dirty Santa, Gifts, travel tipsComment

This is the list you NEED if you homeschool in Nashville

As a homeschooling family, we're always looking for good homeschool days and programs that help us supercharge our learning. So, we compiled this list...

HomeschoolSamantha NelsonAugust 8, 2020homeschool, homeschool days, homeschool programs, nashville Comments

The technique that will help you go travel more this year.

We're calling an all-out assault on living life by default. On letting our busy schedules run us into exhaustion. On missing the opportunity to make memories with our family.

Family Travel, Travel TipsSamantha NelsonDecember 16, 2019travel challenge, road trip, family travel, three in 2019, travel tips Comments

Why you need to disconnect at one of these 10 popular silent retreats

This journey to finding peace on our vacation days is known as spiritual tourism! More and more people are opting for these types of getaways over the traditional trips we’re used to booking. These 10 popular retreat centers will…

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Risky or brilliant: Is multigenerational travel for you?

On your next vacay, how crazy would it be to bring grandma and grandpa along? Would it make things harder or easier for you if they were your travel buddies? We found...

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