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18 States, One Minivan, and Weeks of American Adventuring

After spending time in Korea and eventually catching a Space-A flight to Seattle, I was back in America. What followed was several weeks of travel that took me across 18 states, reunited me with family and old friends, gave me…

May 31, 2026

Southeast, USA - AL, USA - AR, USA - LA, USA - MS, USA - TN

Food and Music Adventures: From Memphis to New Orleans.

States #32, 33, 34, and 35: Arkansas, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana Memphis: BBQ, Blues and Beale Street From St. Louis, it was time to buckle up and get ready for some unforgettable flavors and melodious rhythms as we headed to…

September 2, 2022

Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, UNESCO Sites, USA - KY, USA - NC, USA - OH, USA - PA, USA - SC, USA - TN, USA - WV

From Pittsburgh to the Great Smoky Mountains

States #17, 18, 19, and 20: Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee Pittsburgh and the Road South Our road trip continued with a stop in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a city known for its numerous bridges and vibrant arts scene. We explored…

July 30, 2022