Off the beaten path but not lost | Family RV Life, Jeepin’, and Travel
Tony and Kristen Faiola
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A podcast about the RV family lifestyle. We share stories about the RV lifestyle, campgrounds, National Parks, Jeep trails, homeschool, off-the-beaten-path adventures, and so much more.
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79. Back on the Air - Family, Remodeling, and New Adventures
We extend a heartfelt apology as we begin this week's podcast. We know we've been off the grid these past few weeks. In our previous update, we shared our plans to spend a few nights at Thousand Trails Bear Cave before completing the final leg of our journey to our family's home for the summer.
Little did we know that our schedule would be taken over by an influx of family and friends eager to catch up, alongside a hefty dose of RV remodeling. As a result, we unintentionally took some time off from the website and podcast.
Our last few weeks have been a whirlwind of family visits, remodel efforts, medical appointments, creative endeavors, and off-road adventures. Through it all, we've come to appreciate the richness of our RV life even more.
From setting up our RV at my parents' house to navigating the challenges of mobile orthodontics, we've experienced many life events that continue to shape our journey. Our venture into travel-inspired clothing, ExploreMore Threads, reflects our passion for this lifestyle and our desire to share it with you.
Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/79
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May 11, 2023
78. Top 8 Dark Sky National Parks We Absolutely Love
As the sun sets and the world around us darkens, a whole new universe unveils itself, sparkling with the celestial beauty of countless stars. With the increasing rarity of truly dark skies due to artificial lights, dark sky national parks have emerged as exceptional destinations to appreciate the wonders of stargazing. We have gathered our top parks and tips for enjoying and photographing the stars.
Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/78
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May 4, 2023
77. From Texas’ Big Bend to Michigan’s Summer Haven
Come with us on a journey throughout the United States as we discover unique and offbeat destinations. In this episode, we'll share our road trip experience, driving from the vast landscapes of Texas' Big Bend National Park to Michigan. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/77
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Apr 27, 2023
76. Exploring Big Bend National Park in Texas: Must-see attractions, breathtaking beauty, and adventures
Welcome back to another episode of "Off the Beaten Path but Not Lost." We're going on an epic journey to the Lone Star State to explore Big Bend National Park in Texas. We'll uncover the hidden gems, from epic offroad trails to the pretty cacti blooms. We also explore Black Gap Road, a Jeep Badge of Honor Trail. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/76
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Apr 19, 2023
75. Caverns & Peaks: Unearthing Carlsbad Caverns National Park and Guadalupe National Park’s hidden wonders
We visited the Guadalupe Mountains and Carlsbad Caverns National Park, where we explored one of the largest underground caves in the world. In this episode, we talk about Carlsbad Caverns National Park, which has more than 119 known caves full of interesting formations. We'll also take you on a journey to the rugged Guadalupe Mountains National Park, where you can scale the highest summit in Texas – Guadalupe Peak. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/75
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Apr 13, 2023
74. The Ultimate Guide to RV Maintenance: Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Adventure
Embarking on an RV adventure is an exciting experience, but focusing on proper RV maintenance and safety is essential. This guide will cover everything you need to know about maintaining your RV. Along with an accompanying podcast, we’ll help ensure a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable trip for you and your passengers. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/74
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Apr 6, 2023
73. 5 Must-See Off the Beaten Path Destinations: Small towns and unique attractions
Are you tired of the same touristy travel destinations? Ready to shake things up and discover some lesser-known gems? In this week's podcast episode, we dive into 5 Must-See Off the Beaten Path Destinations. We will take you on a journey to explore hidden small towns across the United States.
Join us on a journey to explore some of America's most beautiful and charming small towns! We'll start by visiting Jerome, Arizona, a town with a lot of enchanting character. We'll experience the Bavarian charm of Leavenworth, Washington, where you'll feel like you're in Germany. Next, we'll embrace the natural beauty of McCall, Idaho, surrounded by stunning scenery. We'll then head to Cloudcroft, New Mexico, a mountain town that will leave you breathless. Finally, we'll bask in the coastal town of Frankfort, Michigan, where we'll soak up the sun and take in the ocean views. There's a world of adventure waiting beyond the usual tourist traps!
We'll dig into the fascinating history, uncover things to do, scope out the best accommodations, and share our insider tips to help you make the most of your visit. Whether you're looking for a laid-back beach escape, a snowy mountain, or a quirky small town experience, we've got you covered. So grab your travel wishlist, tune in, and let's explore off the beaten path destinations together!
Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/73
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Apr 1, 2023
72. ”Life-altering” Announcement
Today, we're taking a detour from our usual RV adventures to make a "life-altering" announcement: we've decided to hang up the keys, ditch the open road, and settle down in a brick-and-mortar home!
But fear not, dear listeners, for this sudden change of heart is merely a ruse to bring you a compilation of our favorite part, the bloopers and behind-the-scenes shenanigans. Happy April Fools' Day!
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Mar 30, 2023
71. The Class A RV Experience: Essential driving tips for RV beginners to ensure a delightful journey
Setting out on a journey with a Class A RV presents an unparalleled opportunity to discover new destinations and forge lasting memories with family and friends. However, maneuvering a sizable motorhome can be daunting for beginners. This episode will provide essential driving tips for RV beginners to help owners confidently navigate the road. From understanding the vehicle’s dimensions to mastering the art of parking, these practical insights will empower you to make the most of your motorhome experience, ensuring a safe and enjoyable voyage for you and your family. Show Notes: https://thefaiolas.com/71
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Mar 23, 2023
70. Discovering the beauty of White Sands National Park and the surrounding area
White Sands National Park is a unique and stunning destination that attracts visitors worldwide. From the nearby city of Alamogordo to the rugged beauty of the Sacramento Mountains, the surrounding area offers an abundance of experiences for visitors to enjoy. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/70
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Mar 16, 2023
69. A Wild West Adventure: Top Attractions to Visit in Tombstone, Arizona
Tombstone, Arizona, is a popular tourist destination offering a glimpse into the Old West. This podcast episode discusses things to do in Tombstone with kids. Show Notes: https://thefaiolas.com/69
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Mar 9, 2023
68. We’re calling in sick
A quick update on The Faiolas for the week and what's coming up next week.
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Mar 3, 2023
67. Visiting Saguaro National Park and Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
We have spent most of our winter in the Sonoran Desert. We spent the last few weeks in our 27th National Park, Saguaro National Park, and Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/67
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Feb 24, 2023
66. Exploring Yuma’s best off-road trails, rodeo fun, RV repairs, and we travel from Yuma to Joshua Tree National Park
Over the last few weeks, we’ve explored the beautiful Yuma off-road trails and traveled from Yuma to Joshua Tree National Park. One of our highlights from the last month in Yuma was attending the rodeo, where we cheered on cowboys and cowgirls as they showed off their skills. We had some lowlights as well with some RV repairs. We introduce our newest segment, sharing details about our favorite off-road trails. We took advantage of boondocking options when we weren’t at the parks included in our Thousand Trails and Encore membership. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/66
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Feb 16, 2023
65. Things to do in Joshua Tree National Park
We were staying so close (about 3 hours from Yuma, Arizona) to California and Joshua Tree National Park that we decided it would be great to visit. We stayed for about 10 days at a campground near the national park and visited the park several times. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/65
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Feb 9, 2023
64. Quartzite RV Show—”largest gathering of RVers in the world”
In the middle of the desert in Quartzite, Arizona, “The Largest Gathering of RVers in the World” comes together for an RV show. The Quartzite RV Show has between 750,000 to 1,000,000 attendees every year. This year it was from January 21st through the 29th. We talk about our favorite vendors and RVs from the show. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/64
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Feb 2, 2023
63. It’s not a vacation, it’s a lifestyle
Before we started RV living, we would watch videos and listen to podcasts about this life—it looked like a constant vacation. Now that we're living the life, we're here to tell you it's not a vacation, it's a lifestyle. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/63
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Jan 25, 2023
62. 42 Bucket List Things to Explore in the Rocky Mountain Region
We are excited to put together a series of guides of bucket list items to do in each region across the country. Our first in the series is the Rocky Mountain Region. We hope to fill your state wishlist book with tons of exploring for your next epic road trip. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/62
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Jan 19, 2023
61. Three fun Jeep trails in Yuma (and other updates)
Get the details on what we've been up to for the last month. Hear about some great Yuma Jeep trails, Christmas events, and our new school year. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/61
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Jan 11, 2023
60. 60 Epic locations to visit in an RV
For our 60th podcast, we’ll give you 60 RV destinations—in no particular order. We’re sharing epic locations (like Yellowstone) that we think are amazing places to visit, and staying in your own space as an RV makes them even better. BONUS: A lot of the locations we share are even free! Many of these places can be done in one longer trip, but we are not grouping them in this episode.
Show Notes: https://thefaiolas.com/60
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Jan 4, 2023
59. What’s our plan for 2023
2023 is here, and we're excited! We have some big goals this year. We are discussing our plans for 2023, our route, the states we're claiming, and National Parks we will visit. Of course, this is the plan, and it's subject to change. HAHA! Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/59
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Dec 28, 2022
58. The Faiolas: 2022 Recap
We are excited to share our 2nd annual yearly recap for 2022. We can't believe it's been a year already since our last overview in 2021. We go through the previous year's stats in the episode. Although we didn't hit our goals and completely changed our plans for 2022, we still made amazing memories. Washington and the Beat Harvest were not in our plans, but we're happy we did them and will be returning to both. Shownotes: thefaiolas.com/58
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Dec 21, 2022
57. Wintering in Arizona
We have been wintering in Arizona for over a month and have visited Cottonwood, Jerome, and Yuma. In this podcast episode, we discuss where we have stayed and give an update on what we have been doing over the last month. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/57
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Dec 14, 2022
56. Holidays in an RV
With Christmas coming next weekend, we wanted to share tips and ideas for celebrating all the holidays in an RV. We go over some of the best ways to decorate in a small place, fun ideas for birthday parties, and gifts to people living in a small home.
Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/56
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Dec 9, 2022
55. RV boondocking for beginners plus tips and great spots you should visit
We love boondocking and talking to beginners about how to boondock. This podcast episode discusses tips, amazing places we’ve stayed, and everything you need to know for RV boondocking. The podcast episode is the RV boondocking for beginners guide you need if you want to get into the wild and camp for free. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/55
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Dec 1, 2022
54. Jeepin’ in the United States
JEEP Trails! One of our favorite family adventures is going on a Jeep trail. We bought MT Rush (our Jeep) in South Dakota around the 4th of July in 2020—we talked about it in episode 11 of the podcast. It has been the single most fun purchase we have ever made. In this episode, we discuss a bunch of trails we have done over the last few years. Show notes: thefaiolas.com/54
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Nov 24, 2022
53. Visiting El Malpais National Monument and Petrified Forest National Park
If you are in northeastern Arizona, near the New Mexico border, you are near a unique national park—Petrified Forest National Park. This podcast episode discusses driving through New Mexico, El Malpais National Monument, and our visit to Petrified Forest National Park. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/53
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Nov 16, 2022
52. Visiting and things to do in Great Sand Dunes National Park
This episode discusses leaving North Dakota and traveling to Great Sand Dunes National Park. Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/52
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Nov 9, 2022
51. How was the Beet Harvest? Was it worth it?
How was the Beet Harvest? Was it worth it? In this episode, the harvest is over! In this episode, we tell you details and how much money we made working the beet harvest. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/51
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Nov 2, 2022
50. What you need to know about RVing with dogs
RVing with pets can be challenging, but if you love dogs as much as us, finding ways to make it work is necessary. In this podcast, we're going to give you tips for traveling with dogs. Your pet can struggle with adjusting to this lifestyle, so it's essential to ensure you have done everything possible to make it easier for your furry family member. https://thefaiolas.com/50
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Oct 26, 2022
49. Surviving without Dad while he’s working the Beet Harvest
Welcome to the episode where we tell you how much we miss Tony. HAHA! In this very quick update, the girls and I talk about surviving without dad while he's working the Beet Harvest. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/49
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Oct 19, 2022
48. Tips, places to stay, and things you can’t miss in National Parks west of the Mississippi
Last week we told you about the National Parks, National Lakeshores, and National Seashore we visited east of the Mississippi. In this episode, we discuss the 17 National Parks we visited west of the Mississippi. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/48
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Oct 12, 2022
47. Tips, Places to Stay, and things you can’t miss in the National Parks, Lakeshores, and seashores - Part 1
As of this podcast and blog post, we've been to 26 National Parks, lakeshores, and seashores. Today we will tell you about 6 National Parks, 2 National Lakeshores, and 1 National Seashore. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/47
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Oct 5, 2022
46. Things you need to know if you’re considering the Beet Harvest as a Full-time RVer
We discuss all the details you need to know if you consider doing the beet harvest as a fulltime RVer. Episode 46 is the pre-harvest episode, and we will do this again after the harvest to tell you if things happened as expected. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/46
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Sep 28, 2022
45. Quick visit to Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park is on our top 5 list of National Parks we've visited. We visited the park in July/August of 2021 for the first time and were completely shocked at how gorgeous this park was. This year we only had a short time to visit the park on our fast track to North Dakota. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/45
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Sep 21, 2022
44. Exploring the west side of Washington state
In this podcast episode, we're exploring the state's west side in Washington. We visited the coast and the Olympic Peninsula of Washington. You can find the first part of Washington adventure on episode 40 of the podcast. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/44
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Sep 14, 2022
43. Can you live in an RV full-time?
More people than ever have started RVing in the last three years. However, can you live in an RV? Is this the right decision for you? In this episode, we have listed a bunch of questions to ask yourself to see if you can live in an RV full-time. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/43
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Sep 7, 2022
42. Boondocking and RV Park Etiquette
We run into the nicest and most respectful people while on the road. However, some people (very few) need a reminder of how to act in public - HAHA! In this podcast, we'll chat about the written and unwritten rules of Boondocking and RV Park Etiquette. Shownotes: thefaiolas.com/42
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Aug 31, 2022
41. Finding fun and free things to do in an area
While RVing and traveling to fantastic locations, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking you are missing out. In this episode, we share tips to find things to do and remember the places you must see but can't make during that trip. We will also share how to have fun for free or get discounted tickets. Shownotes: thefaiolas.com/41
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Aug 24, 2022
40. Exploring The Evergreen State, Washington State
Now we know why people are obsessed with Washington. The state is gorgeous. Washington has diverse ecosystems, including prairies, deserts, wetlands, rainforests, marine waters, and grasslands.
On the podcast, we're discussing our first few weeks in Washington.
Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/40
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Aug 18, 2022
39. Staying connected on the road with family and work
Staying connected is essential for our family and probably the most challenging part of this lifestyle. In this podcast episode, we wanted to share all the ways we stay connected. What works best for us and tips we have found along the way. https://thefaiolas.com/39
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Jul 23, 2022
38. Another visit to Teton National Park and a new pup
Welcome back to the podcast! Today we're giving an update on our travels for the last few weeks. We visited Teton National Park in June, which was a lot different than the last time in September. Fewer animals but more green! Speaking of animals, we added a new furry member to our family - Freya Rose. She's a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and we're all obsessed with her. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/38
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Jul 8, 2022
37. Reasons why you shouldn’t Full-time RV
We're here today to tell you why you SHOULD NOT live in an RV and travel. If you can believe it, RV life is not all rainbows. On Youtube, you see many of this lifestyle's fantastic parts. We want to share the things that might make you want to stay rooted in one place. You can overcome these snags, especially if the open road is calling your name. https://thefaiolas.com/37
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Jun 29, 2022
36. Exploring the Northern Colorado Rocky Mountains and the National Park
Oh boy, do we have the Colorado bug. We only spent a few weeks in a tiny area, but we can't wait to return. For nine days, we stayed near Boulder and drove into the Rocky Mountains as much as we possibly could! Rocky Mountain National Park was absolutely breathtaking! https://thefaiolas.com/36
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Jun 11, 2022
35. Driving through the South, visiting a battleship, and we’re getting a puppy
We are excited to let you in on some family news - we're getting a puppy! You get to hear us tell the girls for the first time about the puppy. We drove through Alabama, Mississippi, and Arkansas to Colorado. We had to stay and go on an adventure to claim the states. https://thefaiolas.com/35
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May 28, 2022
34. Homeschooling on the Road
Homeschooling our children was always the plan, even before we decided to take them on this full-time RV journey. In this podcast episode, we go into how we homeschool on the road and our curriculum. https://thefaiolas.com/34
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May 15, 2022
33. That’s a Wrap Florida!
That's a wrap for Florida until next time. We had so much fun the last few weeks. In this episode of Off the Beaten path but not lost, we talk about the last few weeks in Florida. We discussed some of the fun adventures and great Bondockers Welcome Hosts that we enjoyed. https://thefaiolas.com/33
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May 6, 2022
32. All the questions people ask about Full-time RVing
The RV lifestyle is a hot topic when we meet new people, and they always have many questions. This episode of the podcasts is all the questions we get asked. https://thefaiolas.com/32
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Apr 27, 2022
31. What to look for when getting RV memberships, and are they worth it?
We use a few different memberships to save us money throughout the year. With so many types of memberships, it’s hard to find one that fits your needs. We have been burned before, and we wanted to share things to look out for so it doesn’t happen to you. https://thefaiolas.com/31
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Apr 15, 2022
30. Things to do while spending the winter in Florida
The last few months in Florida have kept us quite busy. We have visited 2 National Parks and visited with family in March. We had four birthdays, explored Weeki Wachi State Park, relaxed on a few beaches, and saw some rocket launches. https://thefaiolas.com/30
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Apr 7, 2022
29. Selling our home and establishing Texas as our domicile (& Chickens lay eggs)
We finish our story about selling our home and establishing Texas as our domicile. You can listen to why we decided to start this journey in episode 27 and how we sold all of our things and got ready to live in an RV in episode 28. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/29
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Jan 25, 2022
28. Selling everything we own to go full-time RV living
January is the month we started our full-time RV journey. Therefore, we are sharing our story over a few different podcasts episodes. Last week we discussed why we decided to start this adventure on the road and buying the RV. Shownotes: thefaiolas.com/28
2017 was our first full year with our new RV, and we decided to test it camping and "living" in it as much as we could. We moved some of our things from the house to the RV in late spring. RVing was entirely new for us. We never even drove one! That summer, we took some short trips and even a week-long vacation across Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
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Jan 17, 2022
27. What’s our plan in 2022 and why did we start full-time RVing
We are ready for 2022 and super excited to tell you all our plans for the new year. In this episode, we discuss the route we plan to take and the goals for the year. We will also start telling you why we decided to live in an RV and go full-time. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/27
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Jan 8, 2022
26. 2021 Recap
2021 was full of new adventures for our family. We logged over 26,000 miles while staying in 8 new states and visiting 11 new National Parks! Whew! We had a lot of "firsts" together as a family—Grizzly Bears, Black Bears, Moose, dolphins, manatees, wildfires, and more. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/26
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Dec 31, 2021
25. How do you get packages and mail while living full-time in an RV?
A big question that we get when we talk to people about the RV full-time living lifestyle is how we get packages and mail. In this podcast episode, we discuss options and tips on making sure you get your goodies while on the road. https://thefaiolas.com/25
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Dec 11, 2021
24. How do you live in an RV with your family?
The first question we get 80% of the time is how do you live in an RV with your family? It's funny how many people can't understand how we live in such a small space with our kids or each other. In this podcast episode, we go over tips that helped us in the last couple of years. https://thefaiolas.com/24
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Dec 2, 2021
23. Things to do in Bradenton Florida and why you need to lock up your things
After our stay near Daytona, we headed toward Bradenton, stopping at Orlando on the way. We will tell you some things to do in the city of Bradenton. We also talk about Tony's unlucky (and lucky) lesson he learned at the campground in this episode. https://thefaiolas.com/23
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Nov 24, 2021
22. Driving from smoky mountains to Daytona Beach
After leaving the Smokey Mountains, we had five days to drive nine hours to Daytona Beach. Therefore, we took the opportunity to visit a few Harvest Host locations. In this podcast episode, we talk about the Harvest Hosts we visited driving from the Smoky Mountains to Daytona Beach and our adventures in Daytona Beach! Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/22
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Oct 29, 2021
21. Fun things to do in Pigeon Forge with kids and Great Smoky Mountain National Park
Lexie picked the Great Smoky Mountains for her birthday, and I was super worried. I was thinking small mountain town – this was the exact opposite of what I was thinking. Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg were super fun towns with tons of fun things to do. SHOWNOTES: thefaiolas.com/21
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Oct 21, 2021
20. Places you should visit in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan
The Upper Peninsula of Michigan is Tony's favorite, and after this episode of the podcast, we hope it's at the top of your list to visit. If you are looking for an epic fall trip, this is the place! https://thefaiolas.com/20
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Oct 14, 2021
19. Moochdocking with family and cool places on the East side of Michigan
We stayed two weeks moochdocking with family in Michigan. It was wonderful to catch up and get caught up on some repairs. In this episode, we also talk about places to visit and do on the East side of Michigan. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/19
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Oct 1, 2021
18. Visiting the West side of Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park
We had lived in Michigan our entire lives through January 2019, when we went full-time and started the RV lifestyle. In this episode, we talk about everything you need to know about the West side of Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/18
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Sep 23, 2021
17. The RV Guide to South Dakota and Badlands National Park
You know you love a place when you find yourself coming back again and again. South Dakota is that place for us. The Black Hills are so gorgeous, and we love this state. In this episode, we tell you about our most recent stay in South Dakota. In our review segment, we talk to you about upgrading the coach to help it drive better. https://thefaiolas.com/17
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Sep 16, 2021
16. RV living is not always pretty -- things do break
It's not all rainbows, bears, and mountains when you live in an RV. Things do go wrong. In this episode, we talk about the last couple of days of the Teton National Park and our drive to South Dakota. Our stairs break - again - and it triggers us to tell you about all the things that have broken in our BRAND NEW RV. https://thefaiolas.com/16
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Sep 10, 2021
15. Staying and visiting Grand Teton National Park and Southern Yellowstone
In our final segment of the Yellowstone National Park area, we stayed in the Teton National Park. We spent a little over a week visiting Grand Teton National Park, and we got to see a TON of wildlife. We spent a day in Yellowstone finishing up a few things we wanted to see in the park's southern half.
Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/15
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Sep 1, 2021
14. Staying near the East, Northeast, and North entrance of Yellowstone
In this episode of the podcast, we will talk all about the East, Northeast, and North entrance of Yellowstone. You can hear about the drive from Glacier to West Yellowstone and all the things you can visit in West Yellowstone in our last episode. thefaiolas.com/14
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Aug 25, 2021
13. Visiting Yellowstone and West Yellowstone, Montana
We are officially obsessed with Yellowstone. As of the recording of this podcast, we have already spent about three weeks in the area. It's so extensive and impressive. We will have multiple episodes and posts about our Yellowstone adventures. This episode will focus on the drive from Glacier to Yellowstone and staying in West Yellowstone. https://thefaiolas.com/13
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Aug 18, 2021
12. All the things you need to know about visiting Glacier National Park
Visiting Glacier National Park has been on our dream list forever - even before we started the RV life. It did not disappoint. We give you all the details you need when you visit the park. https://thefaiolas.com/12
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Aug 11, 2021
11. Fun things to do in the Black Hills, South Dakota, with your family
In the 11th episode of Off The Beaten Path but Not Lost, we talk about things to do in the Black Hills, South Dakota with your family.
To claim a state, we have to stay in the state and actually do something. It also has to be a state we visited after we started our full-time Journey. Of the 17 states, we are claiming - South Dakota sits at the top. Shownotes: www.thefaiolas.com/11
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Aug 4, 2021
10. Adventuring with the Jeep Badge of Honor Program and their fun 60+ trails
We love going on trails and adventures in our Jeep. One way to get outdoors and visit some great trails across the U.S. is through the Jeep Badge of Honor program. Shownotes can be found at thefaiolas.com/10
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Jul 28, 2021
9. Things to do in Idaho with your family and where to camp
In this episode of Off the Beaten Path but Not Lost, we talk about things to do in Idaho with your family and where to camp. After spending months in the desert (Utah, Arizona, and Nevada), we were ready for some green trees and water. Idaho delivered. https://thefaiolas.com/9
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Jul 21, 2021
8. All the things you need to know about the Utah Mighty 5
In this episode, we talk about Utah's Mighty 5 and then dive into other thoughts about National Parks. Shownotes - https://thefaiolas.com/8
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Jul 14, 2021
7. Places to visit, Jeep, and stay in Arizona
Arizona is a popular winter destination for RVers. We spent the winter visiting and playing in Arizona. On this episode of Off the Beaten Path but Not Lost we share places to stay in Arizona and some fun Jeep trails. Shownotes: thefaiolas.com/7
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Jul 7, 2021
6 - Boondocking and free camping tips for getting the most of your free sites
In our latest episode, we discuss boondocking and free camping tips. Boondocking is camping that is self-contained and off-grid. You might also hear it called dispersed, primitive, wild, or dry camping. It all means the same thing - not connected to commercial power, water, or sewer.
https://thefaiolas.com/6
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Jun 30, 2021
5 - All about Animal Kingdom, Epcot, and Hollywood Studios
We had so much to talk about on the topic of Disney World that we had to break the podcast into two parts. Last week we spoke about annual passes, COVID, campgrounds, and Magic Kingdom. This week we're going to wrap up our Disney conversation talking about the other three parks - Animal Kingdom, Epcot, and Hollywood Studios. https://thefaiolas.com/5
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Jun 23, 2021
4 - A Dream Come True At Disney World And RV Full-time Tips
We spent two months in the Orlando, Florida area at Disney World. In this episode, we discuss annual passes, RV campgrounds within 25 minutes of the parks, COVID, and Magic Kingdom. This is part 1 and part 2 will be next week.
Show notes: https://thefaiolas.com/4
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Jun 16, 2021
3 - Family things to do in Las Vegas (and the surrounding area)
After spending a month in the area, we have compiled a list of free family things to do in Las Vegas and the surrounding area. We stayed in Las Vegas at the end of 2020 and into the new year. It was a lot of fun, and we explored some off-the-beaten-path adventures that didn't break the bank. You will find Jeep trails, road trips, attractions, and fun things to do on the strip.
Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/3
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Jun 9, 2021
2. Move Day and Road Trip Tips
In this episode, we give you our move day and road trip tips on keeping your kiddos (and yourself) happy. Our road trips in the Jeep can be a couple of hours to all day in the car. Many of our road trips are going to a Jeep trail, so that's even longer in the Jeep. Our move days can be from an hour to five hours. We have even had a couple of nine-hour days, and that's a long time driving in an RV.
Shownotes - https://thefaiolas.com/2
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Jun 2, 2021
1.Discovering Utah’s Hidden Gems: Exploring Flaming Gorge to Valley of the Gods
Show notes - https://thefaiolas.com/1/
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May 26, 2021
Trailer: Off the beaten path but not lost with the Faiolas
Join us on Off the beaten path but not lost as we tell stories about the RV lifestyle, campgrounds, National Parks, Jeep trails, homeschool, off-the-beaten-path adventures, and so much more.
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