Campground Review: Pine Island KOA in Florida
We had no idea what to expect when planning our stay at the Pine Island KOA because we couldn’t find much about it online. We wondered – what is there to do on the island, is there water access, is the campground nice, and are we going to be happy driving to see all that […]
Recipe of the Week – Polenta Lasagna
When living a gluten-free lifestyle, whether by choice or necessity, there are many foods that you assume you may never be able to eat again. While restaurants have become more knowledgeable about gluten-free options over the last five years, it is still common to be offered a salad or a burger with no bun as […]
Our Unique Apex RV Tour – The Update!
The title of this blog has changed a few times, just like our adventures. We wrote this blog post originally after our big summer adventure and before we left for our Christmas trip. A lot has happened in that time. We came home ready to sell CC. That’s her name, Casa del Camino or CC […]
Our Camino Budget
This is a controversial topic – money! Before you read any further, we ask that you are kind to us. This is our budget for our Camino – you can spend a lot less and even spend a lot more than we did! We know there are a lot of ways to plan or not […]
Recipe of the Week – Cruiser’s Platter (Gluten-Free Fried Fish and Shrimp)
One of our goals in the coming year as we travel is to find local specialties and convert them into both gluten-free and when possible, healthier meals. While on the Gulf Coast over Christmas, we got to eat quite a bit of seafood and it was delicious. Almost every restaurant we went to offered a […]
Where We Have Traveled
It was 2008 when we took our first big vacation. The plan was to be gone for almost a month. It was an overwhelming thought because we had no clue what we were doing, we were traveling with one of our two kids, staying in hotels, and a month is a long time to be […]
Recipe of the Week – Grilled Sausages with Potatoes, Shallot, and Spinach
Sometimes after a big day out exploring we just don’t feel like spending a lot of time cooking. That was the case after our day exploring Cape Coral. After visiting the fantastic Cape Coral Farmer’s Market, we did an eight-mile walk around town and found a great little Italian place for lunch that served gluten-free […]
Wicked Dolphin | Best Cocktails in Florida
We have been so busy exploring Pine Island, Cape Coral, and Fort Meyers that there is no blog post for this week. but we have been working hard to find the best cocktail with a view! We've tried Rum Rummers, Goombay Smashes, Hurricanes, Mojitos, and more but don't worry, we're always safe and never drive if we've had too many.
Recipe of the Week – Hot Beef Dip Appetizer
When we're home for New Year's Eve, which isn't often, we love to serve a buffet of appetizers. Gluten-free crab rangoon, chicken wings, a good charcuterie board like this one from Self Proclaimed Foodie, and shrimp coctail will make any occasion a special event. One of our favorites is an old microwave classic, hot beef dip. The quantities below are a doubled version of the recipe so there is plenty for a crowd. The recipe at the bottom is the regular version.
Our Top 10 Pieces of Essential Camino Gear
We’re in Florida! It’s time for two weeks of fun in the sun and Camino training, so I am thinking about gear! Everyone loves to talk about gear and I get it. When you prepare for your 1st Camino you research like crazy because you desperately want to know what to bring, but more importantly, […]