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The Hermitage – The Home of Andrew Jackson – May 2018

Posted on May 25, 2018 by Michigan Traveler

Many of us know of Andrew Jackson as a hero of the War of 1812 with his heroic defense of New Orleans. Some of us know him as the seventh President of the United States.  Fewer of us know of … Continue reading →

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Hiking and White Water Rafting in the Smokey Mountains – May 2018

Posted on May 18, 2018 by Michigan Traveler

As we planned our route for leaving North Carolina we decided that we would stop and see some sights in Nashville. However, it was too far to drive in one day so we opted to stop for a couple of … Continue reading →

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Where The Rubber Meets the Road, April 2018

Posted on April 17, 2018 by Michigan Traveler

When you are a full time RVer, tire problems can be more than an inconvenience, especially if it results in a blow out. In November of 2013 we left Fort Benning, GA enroute to Pensacola, FL. As we were traveling … Continue reading →

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Family Reunion in Florida, March 2018

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Michigan Traveler

We left Key West on February 28th to join much of Pat’s family in Oldsmar, FL. We have a niece, Robin, who lives in Oldsmar with her two children. This year Pat’s brother and sister, Geri and Mary Lee, and … Continue reading →

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Reflections on Key West – Jan/Feb 2018

Posted on March 13, 2018 by Michigan Traveler

Key West is our favorite place to spend the winter. Staying at the Sigsbee Island RV Park (part of Naval Air Station Key West) is a unique, fun-filled, and fulfilling experience. Every year we get to expand our circle of … Continue reading →

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Christmas Holidays in Florida, December 2017

Posted on January 10, 2018 by Michigan Traveler

Having grown up in Michigan, enjoying winter activities such as skiing, sledding, and snowball fights, it has been strange to have celebrated the Christmas holidays in warmer climates since we have been fulltime RVers. This year we stayed at Wickham … Continue reading →

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Relaxing and Exploring History in Jacksonville, FL – November 2017

Posted on December 11, 2017 by Michigan Traveler

Pelican’s Roost in one of the more popular military RV parks in Florida and it is not easy to get a reserved site. We thought we might have a chance this early in the “snowbird” season, and were pleasantly surprised … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving in Myrtle Beach, SC November 2017

Posted on December 6, 2017 by Michigan Traveler

Most impressions of Myrtle Beach are of large resort hotels and RV resorts. However, in the middle of this extremely commercial tourist area is a true gem known as Myrtle Beach State Park. The park has a beautiful beach, picnic … Continue reading →

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Camp Hosting in Raleigh, NC

Posted on November 17, 2017 by Michigan Traveler

We typically serve as Camp Hosts at the Holly Point Campground in the Falls Lake State Recreation Area near Raleigh, NC in April, or October, or both. We do this so we can spend more time with our daughter, Elisabeth. … Continue reading →

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Pigeon Forge, TN – Dollywood and the Great Smokey Mountains – September 2017

Posted on October 30, 2017 by Michigan Traveler

Many of our stops are not intentional, in that they are not a chosen destination. Pigeon Forge happened to be on one of the possible routes from Michigan to North Carolina and the right distance from our last stop. As … Continue reading →

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