β Hey, beach bums (??) and sun seekers! ππ Ready to dive into the ultimate coastal getaway? Pack your flip-flops and sunscreen 'cause Nags Head, NC, is calling your name! πποΈ (Remember your mom saying, βRemember your sunscreen!β) By the way, Iβm not a βbeach guy,β so bear with me if it doesnβt sound like me! I had to βpretendβ I am! Picture this: Miles of pristine sandy beaches ποΈ, the soothing sound of crashing waves π, and the warmth of the Carolina sun on your skin βοΈ. That's just a typical day in an OBX slice of paradise! What's hot in Nags Head this summer? π₯ π£ World-class fishing off Jennette's Pier πββοΈ Gnarly waves for surfers of all levels π¦ Wild horses roaming nearby beaches (OMG!) π° Insta-worthy sandcastle building πΉ Beachfront bars serving up cool, refreshing drinks Don't miss our iconic attractions: ποΈ Climb the East Coast's tallest sand dune at Jockey's Ridge π¦ Explore the historic Bodie Island Lighthouse ποΈ Shop 'til you drop at our quaint beach boutiques As the day winds down, catch one of our legendary OBX sunsets π . Trust us, it's better than any filter! So, whatcha waitinβ for? Grab your crew, load up the car, and head to Nags Head for a summer you'll never forget! ππ¨ β See ya soon, beach lovers! π€ β βOn the beach, you can live in bliss.β β Dennis Wilson β Classic Rock song: "Good Vibrationsβ by The Beach Boys β Please email me about your beach experiences in any part of the USA___! βHere is the Premium Subscription page: You will get early views of new blog posts, one extra weekly newsletter, and views of all past published newsletters. And occasionally, I'll ask for votes on content! Until next time..... Stan β Featured Post: Hereβs a post about places on the beach! Go south to Florida for this postβ¦ The OBX has great beaches also! I havenβt gone back into history for a post about my visit to the Outer Banks, but maybe someday! β |
"Rock Star" road tripper checking in! Self-proclaimed anyway! Road trips and visits to all 50 states are my game. Find your next road trip destinations here. Fill your bucket list with fantastic US journeys. I love road trips and spare no effort in making my travels and experiences inviting for members of the road-tripping family! Pick a trip you want to take, or get inspired to plan your own. - - The Driveby Tourist (or call me Stan!)
Okay. What does PP & PP stand for? How about Parks, Presidents, and Peculiar Places? Iβm planning the trip for the spring of 2025. Visiting Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Kansas. (Maybe Nebraska on the way home.) Iβm planning to visit seven presidential museums. (Hoover, Truman, Clinton, Bush I, Bush II, LBJ, and Eisenhower.) Also planning for five National Parks: Hot Springs, Big Bend, Guadalupe Mountains, White Sands, and Carlsbad Caverns. Since the National Park...
π¨ Twice the Fun: Art Meander on the Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway! ππ Hey, art lovers and road trip enthusiasts! π Mark your calendars for next October's can't-miss event: The Art Meander! π β¨ What's the buzz? π πΌοΈ 42 local artists showcasing their talents π 32 locations along the scenic byway π Diverse art forms: painting, photography, pottery, and more! The route? πΊοΈ π Follow the Minnesota River from Big Stone Lake to the Twin Cities (but donβt miss the art!) π£οΈ β¦ and drive the...
Attention thrill-seekers and ghost hunters! π΅οΈβοΈπ΅οΈβοΈ Buckle up for the ultimate paranormal adventure across the USA! Hereβs a link to the Roadtrippers article. Below includes a statement about several of the stops. Winchester Mystery House, California π 160 rooms of pure architectural madness! π¨ Heading east to: Ohio State Reformatory π Where mobsterβs ghosts might still lurk! π€ Don't miss: The Myrtles Plantation, Louisiana π³ 12 ghosts and counting! π»π»π» Pit stop at: Waverly Hills Sanatorium,...