In 2024, my husband took-off on his dream adventure—traveling around the US for six months in his Class B sprinter-type vehicle. This self-contained camper van allowed him to experience America up close and personal. The trip had been a dream for years, and during the planning process the list of places to visit grew longer and longer. When all was said and done, one thing was clear to him, the U.S. is filled with many unique, amazing, & beautiful places to explore. You will miss out on the “hidden” public lands if you restrict yourself to the big-name national parks. These 7 state parks are perfect examples, with activities that span from mountain biking and hiking, to seeing massive trees and searching for banana-slugs. Keep reading to learn what each state park offers and why you should add them to your travel list.
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 When was the last time you visited the Gulf Coast of Florida? It had been a while since we walked on the soft sand of Siesta Key, so I was excited for a 3-night van adventure exploring between Fort Myers and Tampa. We found gorgeous white sand beaches, artsy communities, a nature preserve, tons of bird-watching, and several picturesque state parks. Keep reading for more details and ideas for things to do on the west coast of Florida.
 Traveling by RV or van provides a kind of freedom that you won't get when driving by car. It offers the flexibility to stop and relax, with room to spread out, prepare a meal, or nap. But one question always lingers - where should I sleep at night? Campgrounds and RV parks are great options, with electric, water & sewage hookups, bathhouses, amenities, and opportunities to socialize with like-minded travelers. With more folks hitting the road with campers or RVs, it is often harder to find an overnight spot if you don't reserve in advance. Enter Harvest Hosts, an RV Camping Membership organization boasting locations at over 5,200 U.S. places, including wineries, breweries, farms, and more. With the addition of a fully outfitted and well-traveled Ford Transit van to our family, joining Harvest Hosts for the year seemed like a good idea. It opens up access to a host of unique, private places to spend the night from coast to coast. With 8 stays over the course of the first year, here are a few things to know based on our experiences traveling with a Class B sprinter-type vehicle.
Have you been to Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley? It’s a beautiful part of Virginia for outdoor activities, roughly 150 miles long with mountains, national forests, quaint small towns, the Shenandoah River, state parks, and Shenandoah National Park. The national park has miles of hiking trails and dozens of scenic overlooks with far-reaching mountain views. During the warmer months, the Shenandoah River is a place for water adventures. Spend a lazy afternoon floating in a tube, or even explore the river by canoe or kayak. Fall brings colorful foliage for miles along Skyline Drive. Less than 2 hours from Northern Virginia, Shenandoah Valley is a great day or overnight destination. It was also the perfect place for my first overnight adventure in the latest addition to our family, a self-contained camper van.
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