Travel

Family Traditions and Lakeside Adventures: Our Annual Trip to Ballston Lake

Kathryn Simpson

Nov 2311 min read

Family Traditions and Lakeside Adventures: Our Annual Trip to Ballston Lake

Every summer, our family looks forward to the trip to Ballston Lake, NY, where we reconnect with Erik’s grandparents and soak in the...

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Making Memories: Our First Camping Trip as a Family of Four (Five with Maple)

Kathryn Simpson

Sep 143 min read

Making Memories: Our First Camping Trip as a Family of Four (Five with Maple)

Our family recently went camping at Strawberry Reservoir with some friends who had a reserved campsite. We were excited but also a little...

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Lake Days and Lasting Friendships: Our Family Adventure in Kentucky

Kathryn Simpson

Sep 1414 min read

Lake Days and Lasting Friendships: Our Family Adventure in Kentucky

This was a long overdue trip to visit one of my good friends. The last time we were in Kentucky was three summers ago, and back then,...

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Outer Banks Adventure: A Family Trip to Reconnect and Explore

Kathryn Simpson

Aug 2814 min read

Outer Banks Adventure: A Family Trip to Reconnect and Explore

Our family's journey to the Outer Banks began with an early morning hustle to the airport, waking the girls at the crack of dawn to...

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Family Fun and Friendship: Our Tampa Getaway

Kathryn Simpson

May 512 min read

Family Fun and Friendship: Our Tampa Getaway

Our first family trip of 2024 took us to Tampa, Florida, to visit one of Erik’s longtime friends who had recently moved there for work....

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A Weekend in Long Beach: Celebrating Old Friendships

Kathryn Simpson

Feb 183 min read

A Weekend in Long Beach: Celebrating Old Friendships

Erik and I recently had the pleasure of attending an old friend's wedding in Long Beach. This friend holds a special place in my heart as...

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A Work Trip Filled with Culinary Surprises

Kathryn Simpson

Feb 182 min read

A Work Trip Filled with Culinary Surprises

Traveling for work often presents unique opportunities to explore new places, and my recent trip to Butte, Montana, was no exception....

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A Whirlwind Standby Adventure to Dallas with Delta

Kathryn Simpson

Feb 102 min read

A Whirlwind Standby Adventure to Dallas with Delta

As 2023 was winding down, I found myself on the cusp of achieving Platinum Medallion status with Delta, a goal that seemed both...

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A Whirlwind Adventure: My Brief Yet Unforgettable Trip to Santiago, Chile

Kathryn Simpson

Nov 15, 20238 min read

A Whirlwind Adventure: My Brief Yet Unforgettable Trip to Santiago, Chile

In a bid to retain my Delta Airlines status for 2024, given the upcoming changes to their loyalty program, I embarked on an impromptu...

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Greek Islands and Gourmet Delights: Our Virgin Voyages Experience

Kathryn Simpson

Oct 16, 20239 min read

Greek Islands and Gourmet Delights: Our Virgin Voyages Experience

Embarking on our Greek adventure, we were teeming with excitement and anticipation. This voyage was not only a celebration of a dear...

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Greek Dreams Ahoy: Celebrating Love and Exploring Greece

Kathryn Simpson

Oct 15, 202317 min read

Greek Dreams Ahoy: Celebrating Love and Exploring Greece

Setting off on our Greek escapade, we were on the brink of an extraordinary adventure. For me, Kathryn, it was a thrilling milestone as I...

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A Memorable Weekend in Pinedale, Wyoming: Celebrating Love and Friendship

Kathryn Simpson

Sep 19, 20232 min read

A Memorable Weekend in Pinedale, Wyoming: Celebrating Love and Friendship

Erik and Kathryn embarked on an unexpected adventure to the charming town of Pinedale, Wyoming, for a dear friend's intimate wedding....

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A Heartwarming Tradition: Family Visits to Ballston Lake

Kathryn Simpson

Sep 19, 20233 min read

A Heartwarming Tradition: Family Visits to Ballston Lake

In the heart of Ballston Lake, nestled among the serene landscapes of upstate New York, lies a place where time seems to stand still, and...

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Adventures in the Air: Our Family's First Flight as Four

Kathryn Simpson

Sep 19, 20232 min read

Adventures in the Air: Our Family's First Flight as Four

Traveling with a family of four, especially when the little ones are still very young, can feel like preparing for a major expedition....

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Urban Arch Adventures