Travel FOMO

S12:E8 – In this final episode of the “Middle of Nowhere” season, Jamin and Hilarie getaway to Sedona, Arizona, which is known for its gorgeous red rock landscape and relaxing vibes. They also make time to travel to a nearby mountain town called Jerome, one of the most haunted towns in America. Hear about the big history behind this creepy little place in this podcast episode. For more context, ch...

S12:E7 – Whether you’re making it a short pit stop on a road trip or planning an overnight hiking extravaganza, the Grand Canyon always packs a punch. It’s a land of extreme depths, extreme heat and extreme cold. In this episode of Travel FOMO, Jamin and Hilarie bring their dog, Maggie, along for the ride. For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E7 Grand Canyon’s S...

S12:E6 – In this episode of the Middle of Nowhere season, Jamin and Hilarie revisit an old favorite, Las Vegas. They will tell you what keeps them coming back and what it’s like to visit Vegas by RV. Filmed in November 2022, this adventure includes ice skating on the strip and a Thanksgiving feast at the best buffet in Vegas served up by the world famous Wynn Casino. They’ll give you your Vegas pl...

S12:E5 – If you’ll be hitting up the Hoover Dam any time soon, you’re probably wondering, “But what else is there to do there?” Fortunately, this modern marvel is just minutes away from a hidden gem – Boulder City, Nevada. Residents call it “the best city in Nevada” – and for good reason. Tune in to find out more about Boulder City and Hoover Dam (like how many bodies are buried within the concret...

S12:E4 – Jamin and Hilarie are back in the middle of nowhere as they discuss their time in Joshua Tree National Park. You’ll hear all about the park, their favorite hiking trails and why this park is so popular. They will also discuss the challenges of “dry camping” in the desert, how they handled the cold winter nights and what surprised them the most about this epic park. For more context, check...

S12:E3 – This episode of Travel FOMO focuses on Jamin and Hilarie’s Phoenix finds – including some opportunities for some excellent views – from hiking to touring homes. Their dog-friendly hike along the Pima Wash Trail gave them a glimpse of the classic Saguaro cacti. Photo opp! They topped it off with a tour of Taliesin West, the unique winter home of architect Frank Lloyd Wright. For more conte...

S12:E2 – The bigger the cave, the less claustrophobia…in theory. In this episode of the Travel FOMO podcast, Jamin and Hilarie discuss their time in Carlsbad, New Mexico. This gap year adventure makes them a bit claustrophobic — in the massive cave at the center of Carlsbad Caverns National Park. They also retell a creepy story of a mercy killing that took place within the park. For more context,...

S12:E1 – COVID caught us. And right in the middle of Gap Year! This episode takes you through our journey of testing, hibernating and recovering from COVID in October 2022. Fortunately, there were no complications, and we made it back on the road – arriving to Marfa, one of Texas’ most unique ghost towns with a supernatural twist to it. Tune in to hear about experiences, including our own footage...

BONUS EPISODE – Jamin and Hilarie visited Siloam Springs, Arkansas for a recent weekend getaway, where they stayed in a 120-year-old cottage owned by Hilarie’s aunt, Gwen. Tune in to hear about the thoughtful renovations that turned this private cabin into a modern home-share rental, which is now available on AirBnB and Vrbo. Just 5.5 miles outside of Siloam Spring’s historic downtown, it’s locate...

S11:E10 - Where’s the best sand in the U.S.? Maggie Moodle the Golden Doodle believes she found it in Panama City Beach, Florida. Jamin and Hilarie arranged a dog-friendly day with their golden doodle – with everything from dog-friendly beaches to lunch at The Porch in Pier Park to St. Andrews State Park. In this episode of the Travel FOMO podcast, you’ll also learn how the orange streets lights i...

S11:E6 – Charleston has all the characteristics that Jamin and Hilarie are looking for in a city – a deep respect for history, great shopping options, creative cocktails and incredible food. The city’s restaurants have perfected the fusion of deep southern cooking with, well, pretty much anything. Come along as they discover this city for the first time—from Church & Union to Charleston Market to...

S11:E7 - In this episode, Hilarie and Jamin soak in the southern charm of Savannah from their home base of Skidaway Island State Park – a fast fave for these RVers. They learn some history about the city, wander through its spooky streets on a pub crawl and eat some great food. They also uncover some unfamiliar history when they get lost in this historic city. For more context, check out the video...

S11:E9 - This week on Travel FOMO, Jamin and Hilarie explore the Florida Keys in their Airstream, where Hilarie discovers that she’s literally lost her keys to the RV. They also share the scoop on their favorite RV park of their gap year: Jolly Roger RV Park. While in Key West, they discover the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum, which is full of incredible jewels and other sunken treasure that were retr...

S11:E8 - What’s it like to see Miami by Airstream? In this episode, Jamin and Hilarie stay on the west edge of the metroplex and make their way into Miami Beach to sample Cuban food and some top notch mojitos. They take a self-guided art deco walking tour along Ocean Drive and do a little shopping. RV-ing to Miami wouldn’t be completed without a trip to the largest tropical wilderness in the U.S.,...

S11:E5 – “Fall lovers” everywhere are head-over-heels for Vermont. So Jamin and Hilarie wanted to see what all the fuss was about. In this episode, they haul their Airstream up to Manchester and Stowe, where they catch up with long-time friends, hike the Lye Brook Falls Trail and summit Stowe Pinnacle. Hilarie also get REALLY choked up when she meets a descendent of Maria Von Trapp at the Von Trap...

S11:E4 – On a map, Shenandoah looks like a small, basic national park. It’s basically one road along the ridge of mountains. That’s why Jamin and Hilarie were delighted by its breathtaking views – both from hilltops to inside the mountains themselves. From Old Rag Mountain to Camp Rapidan, this is the same wilderness where U.S. President Herbert Hoover and his wife came to rest and reset during hi...

S11:E3 – Being blown off course by a hurricane lead to some exciting adventures for Jamin and Hilarie and their dog, Maggie, as they experienced fall in New England. They eat “a medium amount of good pizza” in Scranton, PA before exploring all that Northampton, MA has to offer. Once the storm subsides, they are able to make their way to Maine and discover what all the fuss around Acadia National P...

S11:E2 – Are bears even real? Jamin was on the verge of losing all belief and was beginning to think that bears were simply a threatening thought that ensured campgrounds stayed tidy. His faith was restored we saw a breathtaking black bear run across our path on the Little River Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains. Come with us as we go “East in the Airstream” to The Great Smoky Mountains, Imaginat...

Have you ever been some place that felt like home…And then you found out that it kind of WAS? That’s what happened to Hilarie when they went to Tennessee. Without realizing it, she was sleeping a few miles away from a family cemetery where her ancestors were buried. It’s a new season (“East in the Airstream”) of the Travel FOMO podcast, and Jamin and Hilarie are hitting up new sights across the Ea...

S10:E7 – That John Denver knew what he was talking about… After enjoying the Rocky Mountains for years, we finally made our way into the official Rocky Mountain National Park, where we were immediately blown away by the wildlife sightings. In addition to a morning hike in the Bear Lake area, we also made our way up Trail Ridge Road, the highest road in America, and enjoyed the glamour of The Stanl...

S10:E6 – Each Native American tribe lived differently, and the ancestorial pueblo people of Mesa Verde were especially unique. With their cliffside homes carved out of mountains, the communities were safely tucked away from weather elements, dangerous wildlife and attacks of the enemy. Check out this podcast to hear the myths and the facts behind Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado, as well as ou...

S10:E5 – With more than 2,000 natural rock arches, Arches National Park is a geological wonder. Join us as we haul our Airstream through the Utah desert, into this great unknown territory near Moab. It’s part of our gap year travel adventures, as we crisscross the United States and Canada to iconic places for the first time ever. For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast...

S10:E4 – Arizona is beautiful, but it might not be the best place to bring your Airstream during the summer, as we found out the minute we arrived to Lake Powell. Airstreams are basically a tin can, soaking up heat in the sun, and this part of the world doesn’t offer much in the way of tree coverage. But the views of Horseshoe Bend were spectacular, and even easier to access than we expected. For...

S10:E3 – Everything about Zion National Park is extreme, which is right up Hilarie’s alley. But the Angel’s Landing hike was on another level. Every step was heart-stopping. Worth repeating? Not sure. Then there’s a canyon valley trail called The Narrows, where hundreds of people hike with their feet submerged in the cold water of a river. And it becomes even more thrilling when you consider that...

S10:E2 – Monsoon season? Not ideal for hiking. But Bryce Canyon National Park has a lot to offer year-round, and Jamin and Hilarie didn’t miss a beat. From Sunrise Point to Queen’s Trail, Tower Bridge and Inspiration Point, they saw the beauty of the Utah canyon’s orange hoodoos from top to bottom. They also finally figured out who Ruby is; If you’ve been to Bryce, you know who we’re talking about...