Fun Travel Stuff

Whether you enjoy traveling by plane, train, car, boat, or motorcycle... we've got some really fun travel ideas for you! Here's a sampler: everything you could possibly want to know about amusement parks & roller coasters, getting your baby a passport, first-time camping tips, how to motorcycle with dogs, useful travel accessories, clever tips & unique ideas for traveling alone -- even how to learn a new language!

What It’s Like Motorcycling With Dogs: See How We Ride Motorcycles With 2 Large Dogs In 1 Custom Motorcycle Dog Trailer

See the 2 motorcycle trailers that we’ve used for our dogs. Both are pull-behind trailers. One is a basic luggage trailer for motorcycling that we used when we only had 1 large dog. The other is a motorcycle luggage trailer with air ride suspension that we used for 2 large dogs after we adopted the second one. See how we how we created our own custom dog motorcycle trailer so we could take our dogs on the road with us!

Before You Apply For Your Baby’s Canadian Passport, Here’s How To Submit The Application For Canadian Citizenship Certificate

Our baby was born in the U.S. – which makes him an American Citizen automatically and Canadian Citizen by descent. We’ve already applied for and received his U.S. infant passport. The next step is to apply for our baby’s Canadian Citizenship Certificate to prove his citizenship — which is a document required to acquire his Canadian Passport. Here’s how to complete the Application For Canadian Citizenship Certificate.

What Are The Scariest Rides At Disney World? 3 White Knuckle Thrills At Magic Kingdom

Looking for the scariest rides at Disney? I am a lifelong Floridian and Disney ride enthusiast. If you want some thrills, check out these 3 scary Disney rides!

Jennifer Lawrence Breaks The Taboo Of ‘Women Peeing Standing Up’… Because When You Gotta Go, You Gotta Go!

Say what? A female urination device? You’ve got to be kidding! Nope, I’m not. A pee funnel is popular with actresses, brides, and female outdoor enthusiasts. I bet you’ve said, ‘If only I could pee standing up!’ at least once. Try a pee funnel like Jennifer Lawrence did. It’s quicker, easier, and cleaner.

How Many G’s Are You Pulling And How Much Can Your Body Take?

Are you a sucker for fast rides and the G-force that you experience on them? Not me… but my friend is a professional race car driver. Here’s what I’ve learned about gravitational force and its effects on your body. See how many G’s astronauts, roller coaster riders, airplane passengers, race car drivers, fighter pilots, and professional stunt pilots typically sustain. Plus, how to experience weightlessness (or zero gravity) yourself!

Can’t Get To New England To See The Fall Foliage? Here Are 8 Other Places With Brilliant Fall Leaf Colors And Spectacular Fall Scenery!

Asheville, NC & New England states have the most colorful fall scenery. If you can’t make it there, I’ve got some other GREAT places to visit – at least one is likely to be near you! Here are the next best places to see fall foliage in Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Wyoming.

7 Interesting Facts About Utility Poles That Dot The American Landscape And Line U.S. Highways & Byways

You see utility poles along the road everywhere you go. How much do you know about the everyday utility pole? Is there any difference between an electric pole vs. a telephone pole? What are the wires on a telephone pole for? Impress your friends with these 7 fun utility pole facts!

Travelling Alone? Best Tips, Websites, And Apps To Experience Rewarding Solo Vacations

Solo travel is on the rise — most of us have started a bucket list and we’ve got places to go and people to see! Traveling alone can be super rewarding. Plus it’s easy and safe these days — when you follow a few simple tips. If you’re planning some solo vacations, here are some great websites, apps, and tips to help you get ready.

7 Popular Epcot Attractions That Many Fans Wish Were Still Open

There are many popular Epcot attractions that no longer exist. Here are 7 that Epcot fans still miss – see what they were like.

The Best Small Camera For Travel (Including Motorcycling!) + 6 Picture Taking Tips For Motorcyclists

I’ve had 3 motorcycles & 3 cameras in the last 4 years. Put 30,000 miles on the bike & 7,500 pictures on the camera a yr. Here’s the best motorcycle camera!

Roller Coaster Phobia: How I Got Over My Fear Of Riding Roller Coasters & You Can Too

Do you have roller coaster phobia? So did I. Now I’m a roller coaster junkie! Here’s how I got over my fear of roller coasters. Some helpful tips to try.

5 Myths About Florida… Busted! Things About The Sunshine State They Don’t Tell You In The Tourist Brochures

Think it can’t snow in Florida? Think there’s nothing but gators & mosquitoes in Florida? These are just 2 of the myths about Florida that I’m debunking.

10 Cool Towns With Weird Names

There are some really unique towns with weird names throughout the United States, including one with “no name” at all. Wait until you check these names out!

How To Learn A New Language: 6 Clever (And Fun) Ways To Learn A Language Fast!

Need to learn a new language fast? Foreign language books are helpful, but boring. Here are 6 unique ways to learn a language AND have fun at the same time!

Using Metal Detectors To Screen Riders On Roller Coasters: Why It’s Good & How It Will Keep You Safer At Theme Parks

Have you heard they’re using metal detectors at theme parks to screen riders boarding roller coasters now? Here’s why I think metal detectors are necessary.

How Cold Weather, Wind, Rain & Lightning Affect Roller Coasters

Ever wonder why roller coasters close during cold weather, heavy rains, lightning, and high winds? Here are the scientific answers you’re looking for. I’ve also thrown in some other cool info about the tallest coasters and more facts you probably don’t know about roller coasters!

Awesome Roller Coaster Facts: The Tallest One, Fastest One, Most Loops & More!

What’s the tallest roller coaster in the world? The record number of loops on a ride? The faster coaster? These fun roller coaster facts are pretty amazing!

4 Theme Park Trip Planning Tips From A Pro

I’ve planned a LOT of trips to theme parks! Visiting an amusement park soon? You’ll appreciate these expert trip planning tips filled with insider info.

20 Facts About Disney’s It’s A Small World Ride, Which Turns 50 This Year

I bet you’ll love these 20 little-known facts about the Disney ride “It’s A Small World”. Did you know It’s A Small World didn’t start off at Disneyland? Do you know what the original name of the ride was? I do! Enjoy these great facts and impress all of your friends.

How To Win At The Claw Machine: Proven Tips For Winning At Amusement Park Crane Games

Wondering if claw machine games are rigged or not? (Actually, they are in some places!) Here’s how claw machines work and some some proven tips on how to win at an arcade claw machine. We won a desired plush toy from a claw machine and here’s how we did it.