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For a great BC getaway, visit Vancouver Island

From Victoria to Nanaimo to Tofino, with a stop at Butchart Gardens, Canada's Vancouver Island makes for the perfect British Columbia holiday.

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For a great BC getaway, visit Vancouver Island

Mon., Aug. 26, 2024

From Victoria to Nanaimo to Tofino, with a stop at Butchart Gardens, Canada's Vancouver Island makes for the perfect British Columbia holiday.

Camping

We found a dreamy RV park near Mount Rainier

Fri., Aug. 23, 2024

Welcome to Elkamp, a different kind of RV park not far from the Nisqually entrance to Mount Rainier National Park.

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Manzanita: Still a pearl on the Oregon Coast

Mon., Aug. 19, 2024

In an era when tourism seems to be spoiling so many overdeveloped places, the Oregon Coast still boasts a few spots worth visiting.

Travel

Best states for national parks? Washington is a contender

Fri., Aug. 16, 2024

We were camping with family on the shoulder of Mount Rainier National Park recently when the meandering conversation turned to national parks.

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Old-school methods can still serve travelers well

Mon., Aug. 12, 2024

Yeah, GPS can be helpful, even in international settings. But maybe it's a good idea to have a Plan B in mind ... maybe a paper map?

Travel

Our past selves learned these important lessons the hard way

Fri., Aug. 9, 2024

Here’s a question from our present-day RVing selves to our past RVing selves:

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Scenic beaches aren’t just Greek to travelers

Mon., Aug. 5, 2024

The Greek island of Corfu offers visitors both a millennia-long history to study, ancient sites to explore and beautiful beaches to enjoy swimming, sunbathing or simply relaxing.

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Picking up a few tips from our RVing friends

Fri., Aug. 2, 2024

We’ve learned so much while traveling in our 23-foot Thor Gemini, but there’s always going to another lesson or three down the road.

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The paradox of travel: joy versus anxiety

Mon., July 29, 2024

For some of us, travel problems can often mean that the more fulfilling aspects of tourism won't be felt until later ... if at all.

Travel

After a quick family visit, the RV lifestyle is calling

Fri., July 26, 2024

Nostalgia can be a powerful force and these days we’ve been fondly recalling our time on the road living the RV lifestyle.

Camping

Alive and still kicking on a PCT backpacking adventure

Fri., July 19, 2024

Summer is backpacking time for one member of the Going Mobile team.

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Albania’s Blue Eye: seeing nature at work

Mon., July 15, 2024

Outside of the Albanian beach town of Sarandē, an underground spring attracts visitors from around the world -- even those who don't follow the rules.

Camping

Throwing a graduation party in beautiful Bellingham

Fri., July 12, 2024

Our plans to camp at Larrabee State Park took a strange turn, yet we still managed to have a blast throwing a celebration picnic for our friend Zola on Bellingham Bay.

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Albania: From scenic lake to scenic sea

Mon., July 8, 2024

From the lake-side city of Shkodēr to the beach town of Vlorē, Albania's surprisingly good roads offer spectacular views -- especially along the country's coastline.

Camping

Let’s celebrate these primo camping spots in Washington

Fri., July 5, 2024

A new list of outstanding outdoor recreation spots just hit the internet courtesy of The Dyrt, a campground listing service, and Washington is well represented.

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Shkodēr: Two nights in Albania’s scenic north

Mon., July 1, 2024

From Rozafa Castle to the shores of Lake Scutari, Shkodēr offers impressive things to see, not to mention a feel for Albanian history -- and hospitality.

Travel

Celebrating summer solstice on Mount Rainier

Fri., June 28, 2024

The magnificent mountain best known as Rainier was the destination for our first trip from the new home base on Seattle’s Queen Anne Hill.

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Life is good when enjoyed in an Albanian arbor

Mon., June 24, 2024

On our recent trek through Albania, eating lunch at a combination cheese factory, winery and outdoor restaurant gave us a chance to experience yet another side of this surprisingly enjoyable country.

Bicycling

Here’s why Seattle is best explored by bike

Fri., June 21, 2024

Is Seattle the best bike city in America? “Yes!” says John enthusiastically.

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Albania isn’t afraid to face its troubled past

Mon., June 17, 2024

All over Albania, bunkers built for decades by its former communist government, remind everyone of the country's repressive past.

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