Rob Taylor's Blog, page 17

Visiting the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay on the Midcoast

We love visiting Botanical Gardens, from the Florida Keys to here in Maine. The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens are a beautiful blend of horticulture, nature and art. Located in Boothbay, they’re an easy day trip from Portland or Bangor, and are easy to incorporate into your Maine summer road trip.

As you read on, be sure to plan your visit to the Coastal Maine Botanical Garden with enough time to truly enjoy them. And if you have any thoughts or questions, please leave a comment or send us a...

10 Best Things to Do in Key West

Key West is such a cool city. Yes, it’s a city, it’s a small town, it’s its own republic. When you complete the Miami to Key West drive you are rewarded with one of the most beautiful communities in Florida. Yes, we love our hometown of Saint Augustine, but Key West is equally beautiful in a different way. These are our picks for the best things to do in Key West on a short trip.

While Key West was used by shippers and smugglers for a long time and shifted control over the years, the city was...

Rafting the Flathead River on Glacier National Park’s Border, Montana

One of the best parts about summer is the warm weather and somewhat carefree attitude everyone seems to carry. The first couple of weeks, the heat isn’t so bad. If you’re in western Montana, you likely endured a long, cold winter, followed by a long, wet, spring. Finally July comes around and you’re itching for some vitamin D! And that’s when Glacier Country rafting comes into play!

But by the end of the month, the heat is at an all time high and you’re ready to do whatever it takes to beat i...

Visiting the Lightner Museum: Fine Art, History and St Augustine’s Gilded Age

The Lightner Museum is such a gem for being in our small, beautiful city of St Augustine, Florida. Visiting St Augustine means that everywhere you go, you’ll be surrounded by history, color and interesting sights. There are so many things to do downtown and one of the top picks, either on a hot and sunny day or when the rain starts, is to visit the Lightner Museum.

The Lightner Museum is a famous structure at the center of St. Augustine’s past which offers a remarkable collection of art and c...

The Local, St. Augustine, FL: You’ll LOVE this Pink Vintage Roadside Motel

I love vintage motels, especially when they’ve gotten a makeover and become something kitschy and awesome, just like The Local St Augustine. It’s pink, it’s fresh, and it’s fun. When staying at The Local St Augustine, guests can tour some of the world’s oldest structures, go surfing for a while, play some of the state’s greatest golf, and end the day with fresh seafood. The Local St. Augustine is a destination for people who loves to explore, offering special outings for everyone.

Another rea...

Best Places for Kayaking on the Georgia Coast

There are so many places for kayaking on the Georgia Coast, especially near Savannah. It’s not the whitewater you get when you’re kayaking in Idaho or the serene mountain lakes of kayaking in the Grand Tetons, but it’s beautiful just the same. Being a state full of tidelands and barrier islands, kayaking on the Georgia Coast is a beautiful experience full of shorebirds, meandering tidal rivers and dolphins to guide you.

With about 100 miles of Georgian coastline stretching from the St Mary’s ...

Wildlife in Maine: Spotting Exciting Moose to Beautiful Puffins and Everything in Between

Wildlife in Maine is such an adventure to look for. We love seeing our neighborhood manatees where we’re home in Florida, but what we do not have are puffins, moose and all sorts of other northern creatures. We’ve got lots of tips on where to see wildlife in Maine as well as tours into moose country and picks for getting out onto the north Atlantic. A Maine summer road trip is perfect for seeing wildlife!

Maine is a wildlife lover’s paradise, with a diverse range of habitats and a wealth of a...

The Harraseeket Inn in Freeport, Maine: New England Style and Cozy Comfort

The Harraseeket Inn in Freeport is such a delightful place to stay. Located not too far north of Portland, Maine it’s a great home base for either a few days of a summer road trip or if you’re doing Maine in winter. Whether you’re staying in the primary part of the inn or you get to enjoy the LL Bean Guesthouse, you’ll love it here.

Freeport’s only luxury full-service inn, the Harraseeket Inn is centrally located in the charming coastal town and close to all the shopping and outdoor adventure...

Whoopie Pies in Maine: What are They, Where to Get Them & a Great Recipe!

Whoopie pies are a beloved dessert in Maine that has become an iconic symbol of the state. I absolutely love them because they’re great on the go and they don’t have to be eaten right away. If you’re doing a Maine road trip, you’ll no doubt come across lots of places that either bake their own or sell local whoopie pies. You’ll fall in love with them

So what IS a whoopie pie? Are they only in Maine? Can you make them at home? We have all the answers for your whoopie pie questions, and even a ...

Best Hiking in Palm Springs: Canyon Hikes and Wildlife to Watch For

We love to find places that everybody talks about but nobody knows the cool stuff you can do there.  One such place is Palm Springs, California.  I mean, everybody goes there for a nice weekend or a relaxing vacation, but besides golf, gay bars and swimming pools, what is there?  The ACTUAL Palm Springs!! Agua Caliente Indian Canyons is the reason for the name, and hiking in Palm Springs is awesome!

Have you been to Palm Springs and done the oasis hikes at Indian Canyons or out at the Coachel...