Tag: lifestyle
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š 2025 Golden Gap Year RV Adventure | Stats, Highlights & Whatās Next for Garlands on the Go
2025 was our Golden Gap Yearāa year we hit pause on the usual routine, hit the road in our Grand Design 2600 RB Travel Trailer, and said yes to travel, national parks, small towns, and unforgettable moments. In this video, weāre looking back at our 2025 RV adventure, sharing the numbers behind the journey, what…
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RVing Through the Smokies: Celebrating 40 Years, High-Flying Adventures & Familiar Faces
Our latest RV adventure took us deep into the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, where we settled into the peaceful Smokemont Campgroundāa quiet, tucked-away spot inside the national park that felt like a true escape. Surrounded by mossy trees, rushing creeks, and the soft glow of campfires, it was the perfect place to slow…
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Exploring the Heartland: From the Texas Panhandle to Alabama
Our journey across the Texas Panhandle began with a visit to the quirky and colorful Cadillac Ranch, just outside of Amarillo. This roadside art installation is one of those classic Route 66 stops you just have to see in person. Ten Cadillacs, half-buried nose-first in a row, covered in layers of spray paint left by…
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Riding the Rails, Red Rocks, and Roadside Art: A Journey from Durango to Santa Fe
Thereās something timeless about traveling through the Four Corners region ā that sweep of red rock, pine forest, and high desert air that makes every mile feel like a discovery. On our latest adventure, we started in Durango, Colorado, hopped aboard a historic steam train to Silverton, explored the ancient cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde…
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Ā From Montrose to Durango ā Detouring Through Moabās Red Rock Wonders
Leaving Montrose, we decided to take the long way around to Durango, trading a direct route for one that promised red rock, desert drama, and a touch of adventure. Our detour through Moab, Utah turned out to be exactly what we needed ā and allowed us to explore what we missed when our May visit…
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Jasper National Park: Wild Beauty and Resilience in the Canadian Rockies
The drive from Banff to Jasper along the Icefields Parkway is one of those rare stretches of road where every turn makes you gasp. Glaciers spill down from rugged peaks, turquoise lakes shimmer beside the highway, and waterfalls tumble in the distance. Itās more than just a driveāitās an experience that feels like traveling through…
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Exploring Banff and Yoho National Parks in the Canadian Rockies
Our adventure through the Canadian Rockies brought us to one of the most beautiful corners of North America: Banff and Yoho National Parks. The combination of turquoise lakes, towering peaks, and endless trails made this trip unforgettableāand a little wild too. Camping at Lake Louise We set up camp at the Lake Louise Campground, a…
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Touring Our Grand Design 2600RB | Travel Trailer Walkthrough
Step inside our Grand Design Imagine 2600RB travel trailer for a full tour! šāØ Weāll walk you through the spacious floorplan, including the large rear bath, cozy living area with theater seating, and the fully equipped kitchen that makes camping feel like home. Youāll also see the bedroom setup, clever storage solutions, and the outdoor…
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From North Dakota to Canada: Wild Horses, Storms, and Riverfront Views
Leaving the Black Hills of South Dakota behind, we set our sights on North Dakota and Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The drive carried us into wide-open prairie landscapes, where the sky seemed to stretch forever. Our reward for the journey? A park alive with wildlife and rugged scenery that made us feel like weād stepped…
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Black Hills Adventures with Friends
Sometimes the best trips arenāt about packing in all the big attractionsātheyāre about slowing down, catching up with friends, and enjoying the moment. Our time in South Dakotaās Black Hills was exactly that: a mix of iconic sights, local experiences, and plenty of porch time with friends who call this stunning region home. A Stop…
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