Tony and Peggy take a road trip through Michigan with Bill and his pup Zappo.
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We’re Tony & Peggy Barthel and we’re working to help you be a StressLess Camper.
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Tony and Peggy take a road trip through Michigan with Bill and his pup Zappo.
TinkerTown Museum - an incredible collection of Americana in miniature
What's there to do and where can I camp in my RV in Santa Fe, New Mexico
What’s there to do in southeastern New Mexico? What kinds of day trips can you enjoy if staying at Bottomless Lakes State Park? We have a few ideas and suggestions for great affordable day trips along with a great place to stay.
What is there to do in New Orleans, Louisiana? Is the hype real and is this a place to visit? Where should you go and what should you see - and what should you avoid? Is the city safe? We answer these questions in this in-depth article.
The Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo, Texas is Roadside Americana at its finest. With a long history and a great gimmick, this famous roadside restaurant has been featured in movies and cartoons. But how are the steaks - and did we try to conquer the 72-ounce steak challenge? We have the story here.
Roswell, New Mexico is a town associated with alien and UFO culture. We pay a visit to this desert outpost to see what else there is - or is it just worth it to visit the town and absorb the kitsch and culture. Join us in our adventure - we promise not to alien-ate you.
We visit an Amish dairy farm by hitching a ride on a horse-drawn buggy and learn about Amish farming practices.
Here are nine things RVers can love about Williams, Arizona. Not just the Grand Canyon, there are plenty of reasons to stay and enjoy this quaint and historic town along Arizona’s Route 66.
We continue through the final state on our Route 66 adventure: northern Illinois
As we continue our Route 66 adventure we spend some time in St Louis Missouri.
As we continue our Route 66 adventure we spend some time in Missouri. During the trip we visit Meramec Caverns.
As we continue our Route 66 adventure we spend some time in Missouri. During the trip we got to visit a number of stops that will definitely bring us back.
As we continue our Route 66 adventure we spend a bit more time in Oklahoma. During the trip we got to visit a number of stops that will definitely bring us back.
We stopped in Kansas City, MO for a few days with family and also to get some work done on the trailer and found some great barbecue, a train-themed restaurant and more.
As we cross over from Texas to Oklahoma we visit some of Route 66’s most famous landmarks including the Big Tex steak house and the Cadillac Ranch.
On this National RV day we find ourselves in Tucumcari, New Mexico after traversing Route 66 through the state. While a lot of the original items on the Mother Road are history there are still some spots well worth visiting.
On our Route 66 road trip we stop in Kingman, Arizona at the Power House Museum and then spend the night with lions and tigers and bears, oh my, at Keepers of the Wild.
