We’re Jack and Diane Noel. We picked up our first Airstream, a 27’FBQ Flying Cloud, in December of 2021. We then started traveling, building confidence, and learning the basics. Also, the NRVTA training was invaluable, providing additional knowledge. Each trip was a lesson, paving the way for future adventures.
For starters, neither of us grew up camping or had ever camped prior to owning our first RV, an Airstream. An adult dream of Jack’s and finally Diane got on board after booking an Airstream Air BNB. We watched countless hours of YouTube videos to learn about RVing and seeing the travel sights of others. We are excited to see what adventure our future travels bring.
Each year, we explore further destinations, gaining new experiences and skills. Every mile added fresh scenery, stories, and a deeper love for traveling.
From nervous beginners to seasoned travelers, we’ve grown confident and comfortable going wherever our hearts take us. Every experience has shaped us into confident adventurers. Every challenge has turned into a lesson, and every destination has become a cherished memory.
In May of 2025, we made a change and upgraded to our second Airstream, a 2025 28’ Classic RBT. Now, we’re excited to plan longer trips, checking off our bucket list destinations and turning our dreams into reality. The road ahead is full of possibilities, and we can’t wait to embrace them.
Our website documents our adventures, showcasing the cool stuff we’ve seen and done. Many times, we revisit a post of these amazing places we’ve visited over the past few years, reliving the joy of our travels.
The Early Years
Our first year, we stayed pretty close to home with our travels. Making trips to Natchez, Laurel, and the Mississippi Gulf Coast. All of these are within three hours of home. Each of these trips expanded our knowledge and lit our fire for traveling.
Not all trips were a complete success, but we did learn every time we went out.
Things We Like To Do
Many of our trips are to a location for a concert. By the end of 2025, we will have gone to at least 25 concerts in four years.
Some Of Our Favorite Locations.
We probably need to break this down into a couple of categories. First, the places that we like to go on short notice in a quick turnaround include Riverview RV Resort in Vidalia, Louisiana, and Gulfport Luxury RV Resort. All of these are within three hours of home and have great facilities and great places to eat close by.
Other locations that are not so close but include Kentucky Horse RV Park in Lexington, Tropic Hideaway RV Resort, and Hoover Met Rv Park.
Bucket List Locations
In 2023, Church Hill Downs and ACI International in Sedalia Missouri.
Future trips to Key West and other islands on the Florida coast. The Blue Ridge Parkway during the fall of the year.
You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know
Some of the most basic tasks are not until you get an opportunity to do them.
Winterizing, opening an awning, disconnecting and connecting a trailer from a truck. It’s not always pretty, but you learn and hopefully get better each time.
Best Experience
Trips to ACI International and Lexington and Louisville KY and trip to Church Hill Downs.
Concerts to see Peter Frampton and Wyonna on the same weekend.
Things We Did Not Know
As beginners, we had no clue of the airstream club international, and the people that we would meet by joining the club. We have found that we have friends all over the southeast at this time that we did not have before.
Learning New Things
Taking the NRVTA training course.
Following YouTubers that seem to continue to teach us something new every week.
Poplar Bluff MO – Billy’s Graduation
May 8-11, 2025
Our trip to Poplar Bluff, Missouri, for Billy’s nursing graduation was celebrated with family and friends.
The trip included a visit with Jaclyn, a graduation ceremony, and a dinner celebration at Tio’s Mexican Restaurant.
Jekyll Island, Georgia
April 30 – May 5 – Site F7
We head put to Jekyll Island, GA, with the SC Coastal Airstream Club. We visited Fort Frederica, Christ Church, and the Historic Horton House, learning about the island’s rich history. The trip included a bike ride, and time to connect with fellow Airstreamers.
River View RV Resort – Vidalia LA
March 28 – 30, 2025 – Site 34
A weekend trip to Natchez, Louisiana, included a visit to the River View RV Resort, where we met up with a caravan of Airstreams traveling the Natchez Trace. We explored Natchez, enjoyed local cuisine, and experienced windy weather throughout the trip.