We've said it once and we'll say it again: even if you don't love your duty station, do yourself a favor and get out and explore the region around you. As military spouses, it can be next to impossible to plan trips or family vacations without knowing our spouse's sea schedule. So perhaps easy day [...]
It’s easy to feel cabin fever while the COVID pandemic has stolen much of your travel bug this past year. Many of us are itching to get in the car and just go. Whether a day trip or a long weekend, Virginia and the surrounding areas offer a little bit of something for everyone. There [...]
Story submitted by Amanda G. If you’re stationed in the King’s Bay area and someone mentions “the island” there’s a solid chance they’re talking about Amelia Island. Located about 45 minutes from Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Amelia Island is a top vacation destination in your own backyard. We’ve previously covered all the fun things [...]
Story submitted by Kirsten Olympic National Park (ONP) is located on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington state and covers 922,700 acres. Often overshadowed by Mount Rainier National Park, ONP is home to four distinct ecosystems: Pacific coastline, alpine areas, the west side temperate rainforest and the forests of the drier east side. The park is [...]
