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We love to travel and enjoy the outdoor lifestyle; hiking, sailing or just enjoying a campfire with friends. We started Travel Trail Sail so we could share what we learned with you.
Check out our guide to the Top 7 Must Do Williamsburg VA Area Attractions including Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Jamestown Settlement and other great destination reviews in Travel
Baileyton KOA Review
The Baileyton KOA is a good camping option for a one-night stop or a weekend. Baileyton KOA is easy to access from I81 in Eastern Tennessee. Baileyton KOA Overview While we used this as an overnight stop, there is so much to do at Baileyton KOA that you might find yourself wanting to stay. We…
Crabtree Falls
Crabtree Falls, located in Nelson County, Virginia, is a beautiful but somewhat challenging hike. You’ll get to see several amazing waterfall views. We recently hiked Crabtree Falls. It was a gorgeous fall day, and we really enjoyed this hike. While the walk to the first falls view was paved and easy, it got a bit…
Huntington Beach State Park Review
Huntington Beach State Park, in Murrells Inlet, SC just South of Myrtle Beach, has a fantastic beach and a nice campground. Huntington Beach State Park Overview Huntington Beach State Park was founded in 1960. Before that, it was the winter home of Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington. They purchased a former plantation and built Atalaya….
Trail & Sail Life
Food, fitness, friendship and thoughts about the travel lifestyle can be found in Trail & Sail Life.
Roast Your Own Coffee
Looking for a fun adventure in flavor, roast your own coffee for a delicious cup. We are learning about the world while enjoying a new hobby; roasting coffee. Judy and I have been trying new things over the last year. We have visited wineries and explored the taste of different wines. One day, I had…
Cut Cable TV For Camping and Home
Cut cable TV for camping & home. We recently cut the cord and dropped cable TV. How to use an antenna and streaming device to watch the same TV shows at home and on the road. Last year we dropped our home phone line. Thanks to Our Old Number, we still have the phone number,…
RV Gifts 2021 Holiday Wish List
Our RV Gifts 2021 Holiday Wish List has inspiration and ideas to help you shop for your favorite RVer. Gifts for campers that are sure to please. It’s become an annual tradition for us to share some RV gift ideas. Sometimes we’ll share something we have tested and love. Other items are things we wish…
RV Camping Gear Reviews
We enjoy camping in our Grand Design Transcend 28MKS. If you are new to camping and wondering what you really need for your camper, check out RV Essentials for Outfitting a Camper. Find reviews for the gear we use in Gear Reviews.
Pelican Kayaks
We bought a pair of Pelican kayaks. We’ve been looking for a way to get on the water and these seem like a great option. We tried them one morning and they worked great. The Pelican Mission 100 kayaks seem like a great introductory model. At 10 feet long and 40 pounds, they are relatively…
ADARAC Truck Rack
We added an ADARAC Truck Rack to bring Kayaks when we camp. It pairs nicely with our Access tonneau cover. Kayaks and Camping We love to get on the water. It’s especially fun to be able to get some time on the water when camping. Imagine camping alongside a beautiful lake. Now, wouldn’t you want…
How to Stabilize Your Travel Trailer
When you move in your camper, it moves, too. How to stabilize your travel trailer to make it feel more comfortable when parked. A travel trailer sits on wheels and a suspension system. The suspension has an important purpose in absorbing bumps and smoothing out the ride. But when you are parked, you might prefer…