So Many Stories to Tell, So Little Time!

Published over 1 year ago • 1 min read

Hey there Reader,

When we first started road tripping, we never expected it to turn into a travel blog. But after so many conversations with family and friends about what to pack, where to go, and the unforgettable moments along the way, we thought—why not put it all into a blog?

And here we are, sharing all our crazy adventures with you!

Of course, behind the blog, we’re just two people balancing day jobs and a passion for travel (learn more about us here). I work as a research biologist developing small-molecule compounds for rare diseases, and Minerva’s a registered dental hygienist (RDH).

Life keeps us busy, but we make sure to set aside at least two weeks each year for a cross-country road trip.

Since we began road tripping in 2021, we've made some incredible memories: driving from Alabama to Glacier National Park during the height of the pandemic (Our First Steps), honeymooning our way to Yosemite in 2022, exploring the awe-inspiring Mount Rainier in 2023, and just this past July, soaking up the beauty of Olympic National Park.

Highlights From Our Adventures:

Yosemite National Park Trip:
- Left Our Mark at Cadillac Ranch on Route 66
Mount Rainier National Park Trip:
- We Climbed the 2,744 Steps of the Manitou Incline in Colorado
- Explored Gateway Arch - The Smallest National Park in the US
Olympic National Park Trip:
- Spent an Afternoon at Ruby Beach Along the Washington Coast

Through it all, we’ve found a love for sharing our experiences, and we hope to inspire you to explore more on your time off. We’re always working on new articles and stories to share, so stay tuned for more adventures! Here’s to many more miles!

Happy travels,

Minerva & Samuel

600 1st Ave, Ste 330 PMB 92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2246

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