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I'm going to take a diversion here and share some photos from one of our favorite stopping off places when we drive to/from Maine. We'll be skipping our regular stop in New Hampshire this year, since we now have the dog with us. It's not too long a drive to Camden from here, so this was our first stop last October as we headed to Florida. We really enjoy the drive through the White Mountains. And, surprise - we caught that early October snowstorm.
The dusting of snow was just a foreshadowing of the next few days, and I may come back to that later. Staying here is the only splurge we make on the trip - it makes us think of the days when families headed to mountain resorts where all kinds of activities and dining are included (hey, maybe that's why we like Disney?)
One of the reasons I am jumping around a bit is because I am trying to organize my photos. When I come across a set that covers one part of our journey, I'm posting it. Anyone else have an issue with unorganized travel photos?
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I love the White Mountains in the fall (and most places in new England). The colors can't be compared even this year where that snow storm did a number on the trees.
Okay - this is just too WEIRD..........................just got my mail and there was a postcard for the Mountainview Inn!!!!!! How bizarre is that??? Seems like a sign that I should plan a little getaway!!!
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I really want to go to Maine, so thanks for showing all your beautiful photos. You definitely aren't boring anyone with too many pictures. Have a great trip!
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Hubby and I want to do all the National Parks - so Acadia is on the must do list - and your TR is making me want to move it up the list!! Keep the updates coming.
Thanks, Cheryl. We just missed the full fall colors, but it was still beautiful.
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Great pics!
thanks for reading along.
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Very nice!! We used to visit the White Mountains during foliage all the time - haven't been in quite a few years - hmmm, might have to fix that
We enjoy driving through the White Mountains.
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I love the White Mountains in the fall (and most places in new England). The colors can't be compared even this year where that snow storm did a number on the trees.
You are right - and Irene really did a number on the coastal areas.
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Okay - this is just too WEIRD..........................just got my mail and there was a postcard for the Mountainview Inn!!!!!! How bizarre is that??? Seems like a sign that I should plan a little getaway!!!
Definitely a sign!
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Great pics! Love the banister shot. As for unorganized trip pics? Tons in this house digital and otherwise.
Glad I'm not the only one. It doesnt help that I switch computers often.
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I really want to go to Maine, so thanks for showing all your beautiful photos. You definitely aren't boring anyone with too many pictures. Have a great trip!
Thank you!
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Hubby and I want to do all the National Parks - so Acadia is on the must do list - and your TR is making me want to move it up the list!! Keep the updates coming.
Where do you live in FL?
Acadia is a winner. We are doing Grand Tetons and Yellowstone in September, and Alaska next May.
We live in Palm Beach Gardens.
We are packed and ready to go, so may not have an update today. Several last minute things need to be done. The dog is hyped up - following our every move as we packed the car yesterday. She jumped up in the seat and didn't want to get out.
We just did Alaska this past May - made it to three parks (officially) - hoping for Grand teton and Yellowstone next year.
I've been enjoying your Alaska TR, and hoping for some tips on the land portion.
We actually checked off another park today ... The Blue Ridge Parkway. We did the first half today, and will do the rest tomorrow, than have our second go at Skyline Drive.
I will get back to Maine, but first an update on our Road Trip from Florida to Maine. We have completed 3 days of driving. Everything is going well so far. Spent the first night in Neptune Beach near Jacksonville, FL. Then on to Hendersonville North Carolina. We were on the road by 7am this morning and did about 230 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway (45 mph). It is beautiful. No one thing stands out to me, but the whole experience is a bit other worldly. So much green space, so little commercial interruption. Just a few pics from today:
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