Philadelphia Trips

August 15-17, 2008 This was my first trip to a new state in 9 years that ended up being 2 new states by the end. Holly and I decided to make this year's summer trip our farthest yet. We again had our 3 kids and Leslie. We drove Holly's wonderful …

So, my Michigan friend is out, but I think myself and the ash are forging on to see her hometown. Oh, and I found out that my boy is going to be back home, as well, celebrating his 21rst birthday. I'm so there. Ash and I just bought our tickets …

So late last night, I arrived in Chicago after riding the Megabus for four hours. Least to say it was quite uncomfortable. My intolerance of swaying double decker buses (I was on the upper level) produced a grueling headache and an upset stomach …

After being woken by Renske even before the alarm had rung we got up and started the pc for the last time in a little more than a week. The breakfast consisted of some croissants and juice. Did a final check of the suitcases and around 7:45 we w …

Ready to go. All accessories bought and organized. Weather for the week looks fantastic. Uncharacteristic of London it's going to be high 70's and sunny Monday-Wednesday. In fact, possibly no rain anywhere in the trip. Getting really excited …

Wow! Niagara Falls , a spectacular natural wonder, lived up to our lofty expectations. Niagara Falls has served as power for electrical experiments, a sacred place to the Iroquois, the nemesis of daredevils, inspiration for artists, and of …

About 5 hours drive brought us to Hershey. It was around 4-5pm but Hershey's chocolate world was still open because it was a busy Saturday, so we decided to pay a visit first before our actual Hershey's Park visit tomorrow. http://www.hersheys …

Leave NYC at 7:15am. Park car by Edgar Allan Poe House at 8:55. Watch a short film, tour the house, walk out the back, go to the basement, relax in the sitting room and listen to Basil Rathbone and Vincent Price read excerpts of Poe's works …

Well on day 1 I got off work and picked up the Family at my mom's. We drove to the rental yard in Hayward and picked up the 32' Nap Wagon (more on this later). We got on the road at 12:45pm and were Eastbound and down. We headed south to Bakersfield …

We are piling stuff on the bed in the guest room for the last couple of days, and of course we are excited about finally gtting close to leaving. Ethel, (our GPS) is programmed, as well as the route all planned in streets and trips, and of …