Are Dude Ranches Still a Thing? Discovering the Modern Experience of Ranch Vacations
Understanding Dude Ranches: A Brief History Dude ranches, a distinctive aspect of American culture, originated in the late 19th century, primarily as an escape for city dwellers seeking respite from urban life. During this period, the expanding middle class yearned for a connection to the rugged outdoors, which led...
Exploring the Open Road: Motorcycle Travel for the Older Adventurer in the U.S.
The Joy of Motorcycle Travel at Any Age Ever seen a 65-year-old zoom past you on a Harley, grinning like they just escaped from somewhere? That’s the magic of motorcycle travel for seniors right there! Bob (who insists he’s “seasoned” not “old”) took up biking at 60, and now...
The Art of Boondocking: Your Guide to Off-Grid RV Camping
Understanding Boondocking Boondocking means camping in your RV without hookups to water, electricity, or bathrooms. It’s like telling modern conveniences, “Thanks, but no thanks, I’ve got this!” People also call it dry camping or off-grid camping. Unlike regular campgrounds where you’re practically neighbors with strangers who can hear your...