10/20/22 TYBEE ISLANDTybee Island was a small, but delightful island. We first stopped at the Visitor Center and an adjoining space featuring work of local artists. The “ant art” made be think of our friend Bob Robinson. We drove to the Tybee Lighthouse, and purchased tickets to climb the tower that stands 145 feet and… Continue reading Tybee Island & Lighthouse
Category: Travel
Let’s Explore Savannah, GA
October 19, 2022We took a Gray Line Kelly Tour of Savannah. It was a non-stop 90 minute tour. We chose this option over the Old Town Trolley (Hop On/Hop Off tour here in Savannah because we wanted to get a quicker overview of Savannah without the additional time all that stopping causes. After the 90-min… Continue reading Let’s Explore Savannah, GA
Boone Hall Plantation
What a beautiful entrance! These live oaks made me feel like we were entering a scene from Gone With the Wind! It is no wonder…It is rumored that this Avenue of Oaks inspired the oak-lined drive to Ashley Wilkes’ Twelve Oaks Plantation on the set that was created for Gone With the Wind. The sequel,… Continue reading Boone Hall Plantation
Welcome to Charleston, SC
We stayed for two nights at the KOA Holiday in Mt Pleasant. It was a beautiful RV park. Even has a red caboose available to rent for your stay. After arriving and getting set up, we went into Charleston to check out the French Quarter area. Pineapple Welcome Fountain at Charleston’s Waterfront Park welcomes everyone… Continue reading Welcome to Charleston, SC
Chill Time At Myrtle Beach SC
We arrived on October 13, and spent three nights here at Myrtle Beach Travel Park. This has been a TOTALLY relaxing three days. Much deserved, and yes, I was able to appreciate it! I got some keto muffins and keto mini cheesecake made. Below are views of our site, and views from Vinny. Because of damage… Continue reading Chill Time At Myrtle Beach SC
Fascinating Visit to Historic Jamestown
10/10/2022 There is a “Jamestowne Historic Area” AND a separate “Jamestown Settlement”. The Jamestown Settlement is a re-creation of the settlement on a different site away from the original historic site. Our plan for today: Visit the Jamestowne Historic Area, ($15 each with our National Park Pass), then go to the Yorktown Battlefield (FREE with Nat.… Continue reading Fascinating Visit to Historic Jamestown
Low Key at Williamsburg, VA
While in DC, we experienced a temperamental battery in the Jeep. One morning when we were about to leave Cherry Hill RV Park TJ (The Jeep) wouldn’t start! I walked up to the office and they sent someone right away to give us a jump. Knowing we didn’t want to be stuck in a parking… Continue reading Low Key at Williamsburg, VA
Ford’s Theatre
We had just enough time after visiting the zoo today to get over to Ford’s Theater. As we walked into the theatre you quickly see the booth where President Lincoln and his wife (Mary Todd Lincoln) were sitting. It is preserved as it was on April 14, 1865. Seeing it like that gave me the… Continue reading Ford’s Theatre
Pandas Make My Day!
Today I was filled with child-like joy! Going to the National Zoo while in DC to see pandas was on my MUST DO list. I was going to see pandas!!! Barry was a bit startled when I planned our itinerary for the week and included the zoo. When I told him that the National Zoo… Continue reading Pandas Make My Day!
Arlington National Cemetery – A Moving Visit
We walked to the Arlington National Cemetery from the Lincoln Memorial. As we walked across the Arlington Memorial Bridge my memory of the JFK funeral procession that was televised decades ago, immediately came to life as we walked the same route. There are two statues that flank the start of the bridge honoring deceased veterans.… Continue reading Arlington National Cemetery – A Moving Visit