Category: Travels

Join bestselling author Emmaline Hoffmeister as she shares family travel adventures and explores real locations that inspire settings in her novels!

A beautiful image of the Old Sheldon Church columns.
18
Mar
2016
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Old Sheldon Church Ruins, Yemassee, Beaufort County, South Carolina

The Old Sheldon Church Ruins is a historic site in Beaufort County, SC, approximately 17 miles north of Beaufort in the Sheldon area.

Riverboat on the river in Savannah, Georgia.
16
Mar
2016
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Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia

After spending just one day in Savannah, Georgia, I can honestly say this city spoke to my soul and begged me to come back and live here. Honestly, I think I could easily live here the rest of my life and be entirely happy, which says a lot because there are few places I admit I would like to stay forever.

20
Jun
2014
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Gorgeous Sunsets and Chasing Fireflies at Hidden Cove

Our stay at Thousand Trails Hidden Cove RV Resort in Arley, Alabama felt like stepping right into one of those moments you wish you could bottle up forever.

31
Dec
2012
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Dry Camping in the Cabela’s Parking Lot

Dry camping in the Cabela’s parking lot somewhere between Ohio and Georgia.

06
Nov
2012
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Fall is Proof That Change is Beautiful at Callaway Gardens

Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachians, Callaway Resort & Gardens in Pine Mountain, Georgia offers a beautiful blend of nature, recreation, and relaxation. Explore flower-filled gardens, tropical butterflies, scenic bike trails, and the famous white-sand Robin Lake Beach — all in one unforgettable destination.

20
Oct
2012
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From Boot Camp to Battlefield: What You’ll See at the National Infantry Museum

The National Infantry Museum emphasizes the values that define the Infantryman, as well as the nation he protects: Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage.

Rhett and two readers signing books with author Douglas Brown at the 2012 Columbus, Ohio Comic Con
30
Sep
2012
Posted in Book News and Events Travels

Explore the Imagination of Author Douglas Brown at Wizard World Comic-Con

Author Douglas Brown was the reason we first ventured to Columbus, Ohio to attend the Wizard World Comic-Con. Doug had a booth where he sold and signed books.

50,000 Silver Dollar Bar, Haugan Montana
06
Sep
2012
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$50,000 Silver Dollar Bar, Haugan, Montana

The $50,000 Silver Dollar Bar is nestled along I-90. This unique gift shop has become a must-see for travelers with its quirky charm and fascinating history.

06
Sep
2012
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Day-1 Misadventures with our RV 7-Way Plug

We expect our family’s RVing adventures to be full of surprises, even some misadventures, but our second trip using the RV and only day-1 of our planned 4-year trip will forever be remembered as the time we learned a crucial lesson about trailer hookup.

04
Aug
2012
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Richey Family Reunion, Lava Hot Springs, Bannock County, Idaho

Family reunions are always a lot of fun with family and adventure. This year, the Richey Family Reunion was held at the KOA in Lava Hot Springs, Bannock County, Idaho.

21
Jul
2012
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A Sky-High Adventure: Exploring the Iconic Seattle Space Needle

One of the most photographed and recognized structures in the world, the Seattle Space Needle was built as a cultural centerpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair, whose theme was “The Age of Space.”

The Hoffmeister Family at the Hogle Zoo in Salt Lake City, Utah 2012.
18
Jun
2012
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Taking the Family to Hogle Zoo, Salt Lake City, Utah

Rhett, Emmaline, and the boys waiting for The World of Flight Bird Show to start at the Hogle Zoo.

16
Jun
2012
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Our Epic RV Adventure Begins to Purchase Big Bad Wolf!

From Moses Lake to Walcott: Our Epic RV Adventure Begins to Purchase Big Bad Wolf!

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum in Ashland, Nebraska.
12
Jun
2012
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Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum in Ashlane Nebraska

You know those road trip moments where the GPS says “just keep driving,” but the kids in the back are not on board with that plan? That was us somewhere on I-80, chugging along toward Iowa to pick up our brand-new travel trailer, when we spotted a sign: Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum.

Rhett with ARH and DEH in front of the sign at Wall Drug in South Dakota.
10
Jun
2012
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Ice Cream and Fun at Wall Drug, South Dakota

At last we are set to be in Iowa tomorrow to pick up our new RV. On the way we stopped in Wall Drug, South Dakota for ice cream and fun.

Gorgeous Snow Covered Tree in Moses Lake Washington March 2012 - Let the Adventures Begin
22
Mar
2012
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Let The Adventure Begin

It’s day one of our family adventure and we couldn’t be more excited. Here it is, late March, and when we woke up today, our world was covered in a glorious white blanket of snow.

ARH and DEH riding the Wenatchee Riverfront Railway
24
Dec
2011
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All Aboard the Wenatchee Riverfront Railway: A Delightful Family Adventure

Nestled along the river in Wenatchee, Washington, lies a hidden gem that is fun for the entire family: the Wenatchee Riverfront Railway.

Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California
09
Apr
2011
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Crossing the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California

From the vantage point of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island emerges as a striking silhouette amidst the shimmering waters of the San Francisco Bay.

Lagoon 450
08
Apr
2011
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Touring the Lagoon 450 in Oakland, California

We are considering either traveling the United States in a RV, or travelling the world in a sailboat for a few years. An RV would be more economical financially, but we adore sailing and exploring the world n a Lagoon 450 would be a dream come true.

Rhett Hoffmeister at the 111th Commencement at Central Washington University in Ellensburg, WA in 2002.
08
Jun
2002
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Front of the Line: A Graduation Story Worth Remembering

On a bright June morning in 2002, under a clear blue sky brimming with hope, my husband of four years, Rhett Hoffmeister, stood at the very front of the Bachelor’s degree line at Central Washington University’s 111th Commencement.

Emmaline Billman with her mother Dena in Jackson Hole Wyoming in 1997.
11
May
1997
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A Nostalgic Look Back at Mother’s Week at Rick’s College

Mother’s Week at Rick’s College: A Memory Etched in Gas Fumes, Old-Time Photos, and Glass