RTW TP Run in Jan 2026

I’ve wanted to do a Round the World (RTW) trip for as long as I can remember. It was always one of those “one day” ideas — something the Vickster and I might build into a future Australia trip, or perhaps save for a milestone year.

A mighty view in Yellowstone National Park

Blog - Month Archive for February 2024

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The Rainbow Falls in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Holiday to Tennessee in Mar 2024: Day 9 – Photos

Photos from Day 9.

The two of us at Laurel Falls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Holiday to Tennessee in Mar 2024: Day 9 – Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The alarm went off at 6:30am, whilst Vick was in a deep sleep. But she fought through her desire to remain in bed. We were aiming to be on the road by 7am heading to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to do some hiking!

Holiday to Tennessee in Mar 2024: Day 8 – Photos

Photos from Day 8.

Holiday to Tennessee in Mar 2024: Day 8 – Driving in the Great Smoky Mountains

We slept OK for the best part, and we slept in beyond 7am - a little later than we would normally be up. Breakfast comprised fruit, cereal, and bread/jam, which was nice enough.

The day bed at Sanctuary Treehouse Resort in Sevierville

Holiday to Tennessee in Mar 2024: Day 7 – Photos

Photos from Day 7.

Holiday to Tennessee in Mar 2024: Day 7 – Nashville to Sevierville

Another half decent sleep was enjoyed by the both of us. It was another comfy bed although again, it's difficult not to draw comparisons with your own bed at home. So it was a tad soft for my liking.

Holiday to Tennessee in Mar 2024: Day 6 – Photos

Photos from Day 6.

Holiday to Tennessee in Mar 2024: Day 6 – Memphis to Nashville

A good night sleep was enjoyed by all. The bed was comfy, although a tad on the soft side. We also had a challenge in turning off the lights. The only way to turn the lights off was to turn the master light switch off at the door. Bizarre hotel...