We are empty nesters fondly referred to as the Free Range Freys. We embarked on a worldwide travel journey after selling our Pennsylvania home in 2023. Accompanied by our Yorkie-Bichon, Sunflower “Sunnie”, we are Airbnb/VRBO hopping with plans of exploring for 12 months. We have two amazing daughters, a teacher in Maui and a graduate student in Maryland who share our passion for travel.

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  • Marsh Life

    The marshes of North and South Carolina provide us with beautiful scenic trails. They have a diverse range of plants and animals, including herons, egrets, crabs, oysters, and turtles. The trails are well-made and blend with the landscape, including wooden boardwalks and dirt/sand paths. The marshes change with the tides, so you can witness an Read more

  • Old Baldy

    A fantastic option for a close day trip from Oak Island is charming Bald Head Island. Renowned for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere, Bald Head Island is a picturesque collection of pristine sandy beaches, lush forests, and peaceful marshlands. One of the unique features of Bald Head Island is the absence of cars. Instead, Read more

  • Signs of the times

    We have been fascinated by the unique and imaginative names that adorn the houses during our beach trips. Each name carries a distinct personality, capturing the true essence of beach life and offering glimpses into the lives of the owners. Whether it’s the “Seashell Cottage” tucked within the dunes, the “Sandy Toes Retreat” where the Read more

  • Separate Ways…

    Every year Jim and his friends go on a week-long golf trip to North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. This year it was scheduled for October 19-26. Usually he flies, but this time we live only 1.5 hours away! Once the trip was scheduled my wheels started turning…how would I spend this week? We would be Read more

  • Merry Christmas!

    When you and your kids live in three different states, you need to make every second count when you are all in the same place at the same time! Emma and her boyfriend Ed will be traveling to Japan over her holiday break from school, so there is no better time than the present to Read more

  • Reconnaissance Missions

    Before we decided to list the house, we talked about where we wanted to move if and when we sold it. We knew that we wanted to move to a warmer climate and be closer to the ocean. But where? So many options! We wanted to be fairly close to an airport for ease of Read more

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“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.”

– St. Augustine