Welcome To JacknDiane.net
Traveling Together. Making Memories. Living Riveted.
Hi! We’re Jack and Diane Noel, and this is where we share our travels, adventures, and life on the road with our Airstream, Frances.
Our Airstream journey began in 2022 with Maria, our 27’ Flying Cloud. We were brand-new Airstreamers with a lot to learn, but Maria took good care of us. Over the next three and a half years, she carried us to new places, introduced us to some wonderful people, and gave us memories we’ll always treasure.
In May 2025, we began a new chapter when we brought home Frances, our 2025 Airstream Classic 28RBT. And the adventure continues.
From Nervous Beginners to Happy Travelers
When we started, every trip seemed to come with a new question.
Did we pack everything?
Where are we going to stop for fuel?
Can we get this thing into that campsite?
And what exactly is making that noise?
With every mile, though, we learned a little more.
The unfamiliar became familiar. Challenges became stories. Campgrounds became favorite places. And people we met along the way became friends.
We discovered that RV travel isn’t just about where you’re going. It’s about everything that happens along the way.
Come Along for the Journey
JacknDiane.net is our travel journal and our place to share the destinations, campgrounds, experiences, photographs, and stories that make each trip memorable.
You’ll find our adventures organized by destination, along with the places we’ve stayed, things we’ve discovered, and some of the lessons we’ve learned along the way.
Some trips are big adventures. Others are quick getaways close to home.
We enjoy them all.
The Road Ahead
There are still plenty of places we haven’t seen, roads we haven’t traveled, and destinations waiting to be checked off our bucket list.
We’re looking forward to longer trips, new rallies, beautiful campgrounds, small towns, back roads, good food, unexpected discoveries, and more time spent with friends.
We don’t know exactly where all those roads will lead.
And that’s part of the fun.
Thanks for traveling along with us.
— Jack & Diane
LIVE RIVETED.
The journey is part of the destination.
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.
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.