From Florida to California and Back: 6,169 Miles of Adventure in Our Jeep Gladiator
Join us on a 15-day, 6,169-mile cross-country road trip from Florida to California and back in our Jeep Gladiator. From relaxing on Biloxi Beach and visiting the towering cross in Groom to exploring the Grand Canyon National Park, Hoover Dam, Las Vegas, California wine …
California Road Trip: Nevada City, CA
Follow a scenic drive across the snow-covered Sierra Nevada Mountains and Donner Pass before arriving in the charming Gold Rush town of Nevada City. Fans of Hallmark’s The Christmas Card will enjoy visiting filming locations including the historic National Exchange Hote…
California Road Trip: Leaving Las Vegas
Leaving Las Vegas for the Open Desert and Snow-Covered Mountains of Nevada Leaving Las Vegas and heading north on US-95 brought an entirely different side of Nevada into view compared to the bright lights and nonstop activity of the Las Vegas Strip. As the city slowly…
California Road Trip: Famous Fulton Places in Las Vegas
Enjoy casual dining and quick bites while exploring the Las Vegas Strip with stops at Fulton Fish Frye inside New York-New York Hotel & Casino and Fulton Street Food Hall inside Harrah’s. From seafood and comfort food favorites to grab-and-go snacks, desserts, pizza…
California Road Trip: Las Vegas Day Stroll
Spend a full day exploring the famous Las Vegas Strip while walking from New York-New York Hotel & Casino past iconic resorts and attractions including Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Bellagio, Caesars Palace, Paris Las Vegas, Luxor Hotel & Casino, and many more. From …
California Road Trip: Las Vegas First Night
Driving from Hoover Dam into the bright lights of Las Vegas made for an unforgettable stop on our cross-country road trip. Staying at New York-New York Hotel & Casino in the remodeled Soho King room offered modern comfort with a New York City feel, while exploring t…
California Road Trip: Hoover Dam
A visit to Hoover Dam offers an unforgettable look at one of America’s greatest engineering marvels, with sweeping views of Lake Mead and the dramatic canyon landscape below. Highlights include the visitor museum, the Two Wings of the Republic memorial, the worker scu…
California Road Trip: Kingman, AZ
Stopping in Kingman during a Florida-to-California road trip offered a relaxing overnight stay at the clean and comfortable Clarion Inn Kingman I-40 Route 66 along historic Route 66. The evening also included trying In-N-Out Burger for the first time before continuing t…
California Road Trip: Grand Canyon, Arizona
Drive from Gallup to Grand Canyon National Park through the scenic mountains of Flagstaff with views of the San Francisco Peaks and Humphreys Peak along Interstate 40. Entering through the East Entrance on Highway 64 offers breathtaking early views of the Grand Canyon, …
California Road Trip: Gallup, New Mexico
Experience a memorable stop on a Florida to California road trip at the historic Hotel El Rancho in Gallup, New Mexico. Famous for hosting Hollywood actors and actresses during the golden age of Western films, this iconic Route 66 hotel features vintage charm, a classic…
California Road Trip: Amarillo, Texas
Buc-ee’s in Amarillo, Texas, is more than just a gas station—it’s a must-stop road trip destination packed with fresh barbecue, famous Beaver Nuggets, Texas souvenirs, spotless restrooms, and some of the cheapest gas prices along Interstate 40. Whether you are fue…
California Road Trip: Groom, Texas
The Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ in Groom, Texas, is a powerful roadside landmark and spiritual destination along Interstate 40 that invites travelers to pause and reflect on faith. Standing 190 feet tall, the towering cross is surrounded by meaningful religious displ…
California Road Trip: Wichita Falls, Texas
Driving from Forney to Wichita Falls became one of the most memorable stretches of our Texas road trip. After leaving Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, we drove through Dallas–Fort Worth before encountering a severe thunderstorm and Tornado W…
California Road Trip: Forney, Texas
Driving from Biloxi Beach into Texas gave us a relaxing and meaningful day on the road. One of the highlights of the trip was stopping in Forney, Texas for Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church. After hours of driving across Louisiana and Texas in o…
California Road Trip: Biloxi Beach, Mississippi
Driving from Florida to San Jose, California, our first overnight stop was beautiful Biloxi. We stayed at Treasure Bay Casino and Hotel, enjoyed relaxing views along Biloxi Beach, and had a delicious seafood dinner at The Den featuring a Fried Oyster Salad and Fried Cat…
Merritt Island Airbnb Thanksgiving 2024
This is our second wonderful experience at this charming Airbnb, which we found to be the perfect retreat both before and after participating in the Space Coast Marathon during the Thanksgiving weekend, making our stay even more memorable and enjoyable. The space…