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.
Tropic Hideaway RV Resort, Foley
March 21-24, 2024 – – Site #2271
A weekend trip to Biloxi and Foley included tribute band concerts, including Billy vs. Elton and Still Standing. We enjoyed the RV parks, easy access to entertainment, and the variety of concerts. We plan to return in May for the Balloon Festival.
Tropic Hideaway RV Resort, Foley
February 22-25, 2024 – Site 2239
Our trip to OWA and Tropic Hideaway RV Park included a visit to Foley RV for minor repairs and a concert by the White Tie Rock Ensemble. The trip was relaxing, with highlights including fried shrimp at Wolf Bay Restaurant and a farmers market visit.
Tropic Hideaway RV Resort, Foley
January 11-14, 2024 – Site 2271
Our January trip to OWA and Tropic Hideaway RV Resort included a Murder Mystery Dinner and a “Bee Gees Now” tribute band. The resort was praised for its amenities and location, despite the off-season weather and limited shopping and dining options. The trip was enjoyable, with plans to return in February.
Hoover Met RV Park – Birmingham
November 16-22, 2023 – Site #120
A trip to Hoover Met RV Park from November 16th to 22nd included concerts by Wynonna Judd and Peter Frampton. The stay at site 120 was pleasant, with a level grass spot and good lighting.
Sun Outdoors – Orange Beach, AL
October 25-29, 2023
A relaxing weekend was spent at Sun Outdoors Orange Beach RV Park. The park was praised for its size, amenities, and well-kept grounds. The trip included exploring Foley, dining at Big Mike’s and The Louisiana Lagniappe, and enjoying the park’s pool and walking trails.
KY Horse RV Park – Lexington KY
September 8-17, 2023
A trip to Kentucky included a Bruce Hornsby concert, sightseeing at Maker’s Mark Distillery and Churchill Downs, and stays at Harvest Host and KY Horse RV Park. The trip was enjoyable, with highlights including the Churchill Downs tour and the Colt Ford concert.
Gulf Beach RV Resort – Biloxi MS
August 10-13, 2023 – Site #4
A short trip to Gulf Beach RV Resort in Biloxi, MS, where we hung out by the pool and also went to a concert by The Commodores at the Hard Rock Casino.
Despite the extreme heat, the trip was relaxing, with enjoyable meals and a visit to Ground Zero.
Silver Slipper – Waveland MS
July 6-9, 2023 – Site #3
A trip to the Silver Slipper RV Park, included visiting friends, exploring Bay St. Louis, and attending a Little River Band concert. The park’s solitude and beachfront view were appreciated. The trip also included a visit to the Ground Zero Hurricane Katrina Museum and a stop at Foley RV.
Sun Outdoors – Panama City Beach
June 1-5, 2023 – Sun Outdoors – Site #72
A weekend trip to Panama City Beach, Florida, included scouting RV parks, babysitting, and enjoying the beach. Despite tight spaces at Sun Outdoors, the trip was successful, with a stop at Buc-ee’s and a scenic drive back home via Highway 98.