Lake House on Lake Hartwell, Quittin' Time

Amazing Family Lake House Escape Only an Hour from Greenville, SC

We found a fabulous Lake Hartwell Vacation Rental in Lavonia, Georgia. This family lake house has everything you need for a true getaway and sleeps up to 14 people, and is only an hour from Greenville, SC! We stayed here a couple of nights and have all you need to know to plan your family’s […]

Red, White, & BOOM in Spartanburg, South Carolina

Red, White & BOOM! A Spectacular Spartanburg 4th of July Celebration

Enjoy fireworks and great food at the Spartanburg 4th of July celebration like no other, the annual Red, White, and BOOM festival! This local favorite July 4th celebration combines fair foods, family-friendly live music, and an impressive fireworks show in a community setting. This is one of the area’s most epic Independence Day Celebrations, so you do not want to miss it.

Wilderness at the Smokies in Sevierville, Tennessee

Wilderness at the Smokies (2026): This Resort Has 3 Waterparks in Sevierville, TN

Did you know Wilderness at the smokies is under three hours’ drive and has three waterparks? Sign us up! Kristina took her family to Wilderness at the Smokies in Sevierville, TN to experience this family-friendly resort and tells us all about it and why it’s such a perfect place for a family trip. Thanks to the Wilderness at the Smokies for providing us with media tickets.

Donuts: Greenville, SC

Follow Our Upstate Donut Trail & Find Your Favorite Donuts

Are you craving donuts? Greenville, SC and the surrounding area are full of melt-in-your-mouth delicious donuts. We’ve researched the local donut shops, and of course, taste-tested. All that’s left is for you to hop on the donut trail. Choose one to try or visit them all. Let us know where you found your favorite Greenville donut.

Ocean Isle Beach

Ocean Isle Beach: A Family Gem on NC’s Brunswick Islands

Have you visited Ocean Isle Beach in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands? It’s a special spot full of classic family fun and lots of beautiful coastline. We got a chance to visit, and we’re sharing everything we loved because we think you’ll love it, too!

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