East Tennessee is hot, and when you’re looking for a way to cool down with your family and friends, floating down the river is where it’s at! For me, the River Rat Tubing season pass was a no brainer — because it’s the most convenient way to get on the water without the commitment, logistics, or work of a canoe or kayak. Our entire party of 10 people (including teens and toddlers) had a blast their first time there, and I’ve been tubing with River Rat several times now.
Packing Tips
Whether you're packing luggage for a motorcycle trip, a car trip, a plane trip, or a cruise... we're sharing the most clever packing tips that we've learned firsthand! Packing for a trip will no longer be a painful experience -- as long as you follow these tricks from frequent travelers who've mastered the art of packing.
Best Motorcycle Checklist – Must Haves For Long Distance Rides + How To Pack Motorcycle Luggage And Saddlebags
A list of all the must-have items that you absolutely MUST pack on long distance motorcycle rides. Plus, clever tips for packing things in the saddlebags on your motorcycle, and the best motorcycle luggage that is lightweight and fits on the back of your bike.
Our Experiences Riding With A Pull-Behind Motorcycle Trailer: Packing Tips, Ice Cooler Tips, And Enclosed Motorcycle Trailer Tips For A Cross-Country Trip
Our pull-behind motorcycle trailer is the American Legend trailer from Hannigan Motorsports. Our enclosed motorcycle trailer is the Homesteader Patriot, purchased used. Pics & tips from our experiences with these trailers on cross-country motorcycle trips.
Hiking With Baby: How To Find Hiking Trails That Are Baby-Friendly (And Dog-Friendly) + Tips For Exploring Nature With Your Toddler
I highly recommend starting the love of nature early with your baby! I usually hit the hiking trail with my son on my back and my 2 dogs by my side. Here’s a list of all the essentials you’ll need to hike with your baby without weighing yourself down. All of my best tips for hiking with baby…
Baby Beach Gear: The Ultimate Packing List For Baby’s First Time At The Beach
Taking baby to beach soon? See what I packed for my son’s first trip to the beach. My list of must-have baby beach gear… the absolute necessities to pack!
Taking A Car Seat On A Plane: See How I Made A Car Seat Dolly From A Luggage Cart… It’s A Stroller And Car Seat In One!
I recently flew solo with my 14-month-old son on his first airplane ride. Most airlines let you gate-check strollers & car seats for FREE. Since I knew that I would need a car seat once I arrived at my destination (and I wouldn’t be comfortable renting one), I made a portable car seat dolly using a cheap luggage cart! After attaching the car seat to the luggage cart, I could use it like a stroller to get him from the car to the plane AND keep him confined while exploring the airports during layovers.
Motorcycle Road Trip Packing: 20 Things You Might Not Think To Pack
Planning a long motorcycle road trip soon? We take at least 2 cross-country motorcycle trips each year. I try to pack light and still have all the items we could possibly need for motorcycle travel. Take it from me… here are 20 things that people typically wouldn’t think of packing for a motorcycle road trip — but you should!
Considering Volunteer Mission Trips? Want To Volunteer In Haiti? Here’s My Experience Traveling With Healing Haiti
I recently went on a Haiti mission trip. It was a life-changing experience to volunteer in Haiti. My best tips on how to prepare for volunteer mission trips.
Minimalist Motorcycle Packing Checklist – From A Couple That Does A Lot Of Motorcycle Touring Across The U.S.
We travel for months at a time on our Harley. See what we pack & how we pack it. Our best motorcycle packing tips for multi-day motorcycle touring vacations.
A First Timer’s Guide For The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally – What To Expect, Must See, Must Do, How To Pack & Where To Ride
The first time I went to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, I didn’t know what to expect. Here are the things you must see, must do & must put on the bucket list.
How To Prepare & Pack For Your First Long Distance Motorcycle Ride – Things We Learned Firsthand
We have been packing for a motorcycle trip every 2 months since we got our first Harley-Davidson motorcycle. We didn’t waste any time before we planned our first long-distance motorcycle trip on our new Harley. Our first 4-day motorcycle trip was from Middle Tennessee to East Tennessee and North Carolina. We rode a number of motorcycle loops near the Tail Of The Dragon. This is our best motorcycle checklist for long-distance trips over several days.
