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We’re the Taylors! We love to spend as much time as possible outdoors, exploring new or favorite places. We love camping, staying in unique places, and visiting as many National Parks as we can! We hope to inspire other young families to get outdoors and explore more. Our motto is “Stories to tell, not stuff to show.”
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My Travel Essentials
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Non-Toy Gifts for Kids 2026: Gifts That Won’t Add Clutter
If the last thing your kid needs is another squishy, stuffed animal, or random toy that will end up at the bottom of the toy box, you’re in the right place! I hear you! 😂 I’m a…
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40+ Best National Park Gifts for Outdoor Enthusiasts This Year
If you know someone who is always planning their next National Park trip, checking parks off their bucket list, or just really loves the outdoors, I’ve got you covered. I put together some of my favorite National…
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Visiting Silver Dollar City in Fall: Harvest Festival Guide 2026
We visited Silver Dollar City in fall last October during the Harvest Festival, and I think it might be one of the best times of year to go. The park goes all-in on fall with thousands of…
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Best Places to Stay in the US Virgin Islands 2026: Which Island + Where to Stay
One of the hardest parts of planning a US Virgin Islands vacation is figuring out where the heck to stay. Before you start looking at the best places to stay in the US Virgin Islands, you have…
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12 Fun Things to Do at Rock City Near Chattanooga, Tennessee
We’ve visited Rock City twice with our kids, and it’s such a fun thing to do near Chattanooga, Tennessee. Kids love it, but really, it’s just as cool for grownups. Rock City is located on Lookout Mountain,…
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I'm Krista! On this blog, you can expect family-friendly U.S. travel destination guides, road trip tips, and inspiration to get your family outdoors more often!
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“The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” -Eleanor Roosevelt
