Hey there! We’re the Gilchrist family — enthusiastic explorers, road trip warriors, and proud masters of overpacking.

Our mission? To explore the world one snack stop, bathroom break, and “Are we there yet?” at a time.

This blog is our travel diary, a collection of day-trip mishaps, scenic wins, and the occasional “we’re not lost, we’re adventuring” moment.

We believe the best memories come from the unexpected — whether we’re chasing the sunshine, ignoring GPS directions, or hunting down playgrounds with decent coffee nearby, we’re here to share it all. If you’ve ever packed 27 snacks for a 2-hour drive or turned a rainy day into an accidental adventure — welcome home.

So buckle up, bring snacks, and join us on our wonderfully wobbly journeys.

Meet the Family

Lyndsey – Chief Navigator & Snack Strategist: Master of travel plans and emergency granola bars. Runs on caffeine, podcasts, and the thrill of a well-packed suitcase.

David – Head of Detours & Playlist Curation: Finder of scenic routes that take twice as long, and proud owner of the world’s most chaotic road trip playlist.

Alexander – Reluctant Explorer: Professional headphone wearer. Often seen staring out the window dramatically. Brings the teen cool factor, occasional sarcasm, and a surprising love for random roadside diners.

Oliver – Co-Pilot in Training & Snack Negotiator: Thinks they should be in charge of the GPS (and maybe the whole trip). Keeper of random trivia, hilarious commentary, and a suitcase full of “just in case” items.

Lewis – Chief Fun Coordinator & Energy Ambassador: Leads all impromptu sing-alongs. Powered by pure excitement and sticky fingers.

Smokey – Has opinions on magpies and squirrels, and no sense of personal space.

“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” WALT DISNEY

“It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.” J.K. ROWLING

“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” DR SEUSS