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
December 8-10, 2024 – Site #124
A weekend trip to Gulfport Luxury RV Resort was spent relaxing, watching football, and visiting the mall. Despite heavy rain causing a water leak, the trip was enjoyable and a welcome break from not traveling in November.
River View RV Resort – Vidalia LA
October 18-20, 2024 Primitive Site
Attended the Natchez Balloon Festival after a three-year wait. We enjoyed the festival, explored Natchez, and relaxed at River View RV Resort.
We have signed up for the 2025 festival before we left. Looking forward to it.
Airstream Club International Rally
October 2-13, 2024 – 1414 miles
We traveled to Sedalia, Missouri for an Airstream Club International Rally. Where we met up with the SC Coastal Club, at Arrow Rock State Historic Site and traveled together to the rally. The trip included various activities, such as bike rides, seminars, and more.
Gulfport Luxury RV Resort
August 8-11, 2024
– Site #124
A weekend trip to Gulfport Luxury RV Resort was enjoyed, with a great view of the Gulf of America and shade from oak trees. Activities included a concert, beach walks, pool time, and exploring the area. Fuel mileage improved after a diesel treatment, reaching 14.0 mpg for the trip.
Tropic Hideaway RV Resort, Foley
July 3-6, 2024 – Site #1156
A relaxing trip to Tropic Hideaway RV Resort in Foley, AL, was enjoyed from July 3rd to 6th. Despite heavy traffic and heat, the trip was pleasant, with highlights including a beach ride, a concert, and good company. The return trip on Sunday was uneventful, with good travel conditions.
Gulfport Luxury RV Resort
June 21-23, 2024 – Site #142
A weekend trip to Gulfport Luxury RV Resort was enjoyable, with a beach walk, pool time, and lunch at Little Ray’s.
The RV park was nice, with a band and food, though it was a bit pricey.
We will return again in August for a concert.
Poplar Bluff MO – Jaclyn’s Graduation
May 16-18, 2024 – Site #15
A trip to Missouri for Jaclyn’s nursing school graduation celebration. The trip included a visit to Camelot RV Resort, a pinning ceremony, and a relaxing drive home. It’s always good to see family, and I’m looking forward to next year, when Billy graduates from nursing school.
Tropic Hideaway RV Resort, Foley AL
May 2-5, 2024 – Site #2247
We attended the Hot Air Balloon Festival at OWA Resort in Foley, AL. We enjoyed the balloon glow, dog frisbee show, and balloon takeoff. Unfortunately, heavy fog canceled the balloon flights on Saturday. Overall a great weekend.
River View RV Resort – Vidalia LA
April 5-8, 2024 – Site #41
A relaxing weekend at Riverview RV Resort in Vidalia, LA included an Elton John tribute concert, junkin’ on the river, and meeting Airstreamer’s on a caravan from Natchez to Nashville. The Airstreamer’s invited us to a potluck dinner, and after, we prepared to leave on Monday due to rain.