Welcome To JacknDiane.net
Hey there! We’re Jack and Diane Noel. We began our journey in 2022 when we purchased our first Airstream, a 27’ FBQ Flying Cloud affectionately named Maria. She was a dependable companion for two rookies for 3.5 years, taking us on many adventures. In May 2025, we picked up our new 2025 Classic 28RBT, which we’ve named Frances. We’re filled with anticipation for the opportunities and adventures that await us in this new rig.
Our travels in 2025 took us to Jekyll Island, Georgia, the Top of Georgia Airstream Park in Helen, Georgia, and Lakewood Camping Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. These three destinations were part of our membership with the SC Coastal Airstream Club. We’ll also make several trips closer to home to our favorite places, including the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Natchez, Mississippi, Gulf Shores, Foley, and Birmingham, Alabama.
Starting as nervous beginners, with each trip we have become more confident and comfortable exploring some great new places. Each experience has helped shape us. Challenges become lessons and destinations become fond memories.
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 pre-planned trips for 2026 include ACI Trips with the Region 3 Rally at Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo Campground in Lakeland, Florida, a SC Coastal Club rally to Palmetto Cove RV Park in Cleveland, South Carolina, a Georgia on My Mind trip at Skidaway Island State Park in Savannah, Georgia, and Christmas on the Beach at Lakewood Camping Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Our website documents our travels and experiences by location. We often revisit these posts to recall our adventures, the good, the bad, and the ugly.
2025 Wrap-up
We think back to what we thought Airstreaming was about back in 2022. We did not know anything about the Airstream Club International, and surely did not know anything about regions and club memberships. We have been able to attend several places that we would not have seen without the SC Coastal Airstream Club. We have made so many new friends on our trips with them.
We took 14 trips this year and traveled somewhere every month except January. We have traveled to MS, LA, AL, MO, GA, and SC. We finish the year with 8887 miles traveled. We have been on the road for 61 days. We spent $2128 on fuel and got an average of 13.14 mpg. Overall, a great year.
Gulfport Luxury RV Resort
July 17-20, 2025
We are off on our second shakedown trip for Frances. A relaxing trip to Gulfport Luxury RV Resort included a visit to Aunt Jenny’s Catfish and Julep Room, a concert, One Vision of Queen and a day at the pool. We enjoyed the new rig and the park’s amenities, including the beach, pool, and lazy river. It’s was a hot, but great weekend.
Gulfport Luxury RV Resort
June 19-22, 2025
We embarked on our first shakedown trip in our new Airstream, Frances, to Gulfport, Mississippi. We enjoyed the pool, beach, and a Colt Ford concert. Despite the heat and noise from the Scrapping the Coast event. The trip was great, and we are happy with our new RV. We had to trouble shoot a few setup items, but nothing to serious.
Goodbye To My Maria
May 30, 2025
On December 29, 2021 we picked up our first Airstream. She was a 2022 Flying Cloud 27FB. We have been on so many great journeys over these past 3 1/2 years.
After several days of cleaning our stuff out of the 2022 Flying Cloud, today was the day. Maria was clean inside and out! Looking her best.
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.
Tropic Hideaway – Spring Break
March 19 – 23, 2025
A relaxing long weekend was spent at Tropical Hideaway in Foley, AL. Work was done from the RV, and the weather was pleasant, allowing for outdoor activities and a visit to the boat show.
The trip was enjoyable and stress-free. This is one of our favorite parks.
Gulfport Luxury RV Resort
February 21-23, 2025 – Site #125
My solo trip to Gulfport, MS, for Jack and the dogs included a Stayin’ Alive concert at The Hard Rock Casino, beachfront biking, and seafood meals and a stop at the Waffle House. The trip was relaxing, despite the rain on the return journey.
Oak Mountain State Park
December 28-30, 2024 – Site #2
A trip to Oak Mountain State Park near Birmingham, AL, to meet our friends from GA, Chris and Carey. It was enjoyable despite a stormy first night. We spent time exploring the park, playing cards, and visiting local attractions.