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Formerly airplanes and hotels, now a travel trailer and boondocking.

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Want to Be a Great Camp Neighbor? Don’t Do These 17 Things

April 1, 2025 by solestraveling

RV camping etiquette isn’t just about following posted rules—it’s about being a good neighbor in close quarters. Morning coffee under the awning. The crackle of a campfire at dusk. That moment when the stars finally pop through the trees and it feels like you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. But nothing ruins the magic … [Read more…]

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What to Ask (and Look for) When Buying a Used RV

March 28, 2025 by solestraveling
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RV prices have shot up since COVID, and buying used is one of the best ways to get into a better rig without wrecking your budget. And honestly? A lot of used RVs are barely used. Some sat in storage most of their life and still have that “new rig smell.” But here’s the thing: … [Read more…]

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The Best RV Parks in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula

March 1, 2025 by solestraveling
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The Keweenaw is my happy place. Seriously. It’s an untouched, natural playground, a peninsula surrounded by the powerful waters of Lake Superior (Gitchigami) and packed with history, adventure, and some of the most down-to-earth people you’ll ever meet. It’s got Finnish roots, deep mining history, and more snow than you can imagine in the winter—like, … [Read more…]

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6 Big Mistakes Even Experienced RVers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

February 15, 2025 by solestraveling
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RV life has a way of keeping you humble. No matter how many times you’ve done this, mistakes still happen. There’s a lot to remember every time you set up, break down, and hit the road, and sometimes? You get a little too comfortable. You assume you won’t forget anything… and that’s when it happens. … [Read more…]

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How to Handle Freezing Temperatures While RVing

January 29, 2025 by solestraveling

Let’s get one thing straight: we are not cold-weather campers. Sure, I’m from Michigan, I love the Upper Peninsula, and my Finnish roots mean I probably should thrive in freezing weather. But, I don’t. If it’s below 50 degrees, you’ll probably hear me complaining. That said, weather can surprise you. You could head out expecting … [Read more…]

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11 RV Upgrades We Made Immediately (and Why They’re Worth It)

January 26, 2025 by solestraveling
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When we picked up our R-Pod 192, we thought it was road-ready—and technically, it was. But after our shake down trip, we realized a few things needed to change. Whether it was about comfort, safety, or making day-to-day life easier, these upgrades made a huge difference in how we travel. If you’re new to RVing … [Read more…]

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Ultimate List of RV Shows in 2025

January 14, 2025 by solestraveling
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Your 2025 RV Show Calendar Updated MonthlyLast Update: 2/10/2025 Why Attend an RV Show? RV shows are where you go to see what’s next. Whether you’re buying your first travel trailer, upgrading your motorhome, or just looking for smarter ways to make life on the road easier, these events deliver. You can walk through dozens … [Read more…]

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How to Stock Your RV Kitchen

January 5, 2025 by solestraveling

RV Kitchen Essentials for Cooking on the Road My husband and I love to cook. He is an awesome home chef and he’s always coming up with really inventive meals (with tons of flavor). I love cooking, too, and my specialty is tasty soups/chowders and creative salads. When we set off for our year on … [Read more…]

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9 RV Travel Clubs That Will Save You Big on Campgrounds and More

August 24, 2024 by solestraveling
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When did RV parks and campgrounds get so expensive?? Fortunately, there are tons of RV travel clubs and memberships out there, many of which cost less than $100 a year. These memberships can more than pay for themselves with the perks they offer—think discounts on campgrounds, fuel, and even free nights at some of the … [Read more…]

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Discover America’s Best 35 RV Parks and Campgrounds with Indoor Pools: Perfect for Every Season

January 21, 2024 by solestraveling
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Picture this: you’ve packed your swimsuit, sunscreen, and a hefty dose of anticipation for a day of aquatic fun. But as luck would have it, you draw back the curtains to stormy skies and gusty winds. Or maybe the thermometer has dipped lower than what you’re comfortable with for a pool day. But who says … [Read more…]

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About Me

I travel, write, photo, experience, learn. I’m a wanderlust addict and prefer the window seat — be it on a plane or in the R-Pod. Relocated to Raleigh in 2016 after nine years in Seattle, but still a Detroiter at heart. Next destination: wherever.

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Opened the door and this was our view of Lake Supe Opened the door and this was our view of Lake Superior.

Munising Tourist Park ended up being one of those stays that stick with you.

I put together a full campground tour (what the sites are actually like, what to expect, and the views).

Full video on YouTube, link in profile
 
#rvlife #rvparks #upperpeninsulamichigan #sayyahtodaupeh #homeiswhereyouparkit
The U.P. is so magical, and always full of wonder The U.P. is so magical, and always full of wonder and surprise.

#upperpeninsulamichigan #uplife #lakesuperior #sayyahtodaupeh
Something about abandoned machinery underwater alw Something about abandoned machinery underwater always gets to me, and makes my stomach feel queasy.

Apparently, it's called submechanophobia. 

This is a Quincy Dredge No. 2 in Hancock, MI. And it sank in 1967, and is hanging out in the shallow waters there. 

#upperpeninsulamichigan #quincydredge #abandoned #abandonedplaces #michigan
I LOVE regional dishes. One of the best things ab I LOVE regional dishes.

One of the best things about traveling is trying the local food—the flavors, the lore behind it, the way people talk about it like it’s part of their family.

So I made a list. These are some of the iconic regional foods we tried along the way. Each one told us something about where we were—and usually tasted pretty great too.

Got a favorite local dish? I'd love to add it to my "must-try" list. 

https://solesofmytravelingshoes.com/discovering-americas-iconic-regional-foods/
But shit, it was 99 cents! (Plus $20.) No, for re But shit, it was 99 cents! (Plus $20.)

No, for real, the U.P. is always giving me these little gems. And yes, we bought the liter of Kirkland Vodka for $20.99. 

#uplife #sayyahtodaupeh #kirklandvodka
Just a quick fridge fix... With a view. The front Just a quick fridge fix... With a view.

The front panel of our fridge popped out on the drive from Dollar Bay to Munising. And we actually had to take the handle off in order to pop it back in. 

#puremichigan #rpodnation #rpod #rpod192 #RVlife
Curious what you're paying for Propane, and what l Curious what you're paying for Propane, and what location did you buy it in? 

This is the lowest we've paid for Propane in a bit. This is at the @tractorsupply in Houghton, MI today (Aug 17). 

#rvlife #propane #rvtips
Sauna mornings and sauna nights is the routine her Sauna mornings and sauna nights is the routine here in the Upper Peninsula.  Even my toddler settles right in (on the bottom level, of course) like she’s known this her whole life. She may be only 1/8th Finn, but she def got the sauna gene. 

The sauna has become this warm, steady addition to our days, a pause we all look forward to. 

And...If a sauna company wants to sponsor our little ritual, the door’s open… just not the sauna door, we don’t want the heat escaping.

Also, it's hard to throw water on the rocks while holding a phone. 

#sauna #saunatime #keweenaw #uplife #sayyahtodaupeh
When in the Keweenaw, we sauna everyday. Sometimes When in the Keweenaw, we sauna everyday. Sometimes twice per day. Even when we're short on time and the sauna is not hot enough yet. 

#rvlife #moochdocking #homeiswhereyouparkit #keweenaw #puremichigan #sauna
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