Who Are We?

One Family, Two Coasts

Mother-Daughter Travel Bloggers Exploring the U.S. Together.

Who Are We?

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#Seconds2go

Kathleen Hesketh and Ali Patton, mother daughter travel bloggers
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Separate Coasts but Traveling Together

We're mother-daughter travel bloggers - Kathleen Hesketh and Ali Patton. Welcome to our coast-to-coast blog covering the U.S.

We've always loved to travel and explore new places. We're especially excited to find new and unique adventures close to home.

The problem is, Kathleen lives in Connecticut and Ali resides in Oregon. We're on opposite coasts with an entire country between us!

Travel brings us together and let's us explore new destinations and experiences.

When planning our excursions, we like to know what to expect, but it's hard to find that level of detail when researching new places to go and things to do. Travel guides and tourism sites are no substitute for personal experience.

That's why we started Seconds to Go. We thought if we could chronicle all of our adventures in an easy to search format, we could save others time.

To make it easy and quick to find things to do, we've broken each outing into a "trip". On each trip page we'll provide you with a detailed write up on where to go and what to expect when you get there.

In the sidebar, we'll tell you how long each outing will take. Trips can be tackled singly or put together to create a longer excursion. We'll even tell you what's nearby.

We've been playing a lot with the structure of the site and the information we provide, so if there is something you'd like to see, let us know.

We're currently cover a lot of New England and Oregon, but our plans are expanding so watch for new additions in our coast-to-coast blog. We also provide a travel tips section to help you prepare for any outing.

So, now that you know who we are, why not use the site and follow our motto: Get Out. Explore.

Mother-Daughter Travel Bloggers
Covering the U.S. Coast to Coast
Even Disney World!

Meet our Mascots

Occasionally, you might see a special tip from Nemo. He's a wily, athletic and active Golden Retriever. He's also our New England mascot at Seconds to Go. He and his BFF Kimber, a Mini Aussie and our Oregon mascot, are frequent sidekicks on our adventures. They'll bring a unique perspective to a trip or offer special tips as they each play a part in our coast-to-coast blogging adventures.

We hope you enjoy Seconds to Go. Get out and explore somewhere new today.

Mini Aussie, Kimber, the Oregon canine representatives for Seconds to Go, poses in front of the Painted Hills.
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Golen Retriever, Nemo, poses for the camera as the mascot for Seconds to Go
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Welcome Finley!

Finley the Connecticut Corgi joined our family in December of 2019. He'll be doing his part in our coast-to-coast blogging adventures as we start heading out across New England and the East Coast!

 

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Some Trips You Might Enjoy

Lighthouse on rocky New England coast
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Visiting New England: Travel Doesn’t Get Much Better

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 23, 2024

New England travel bloggers are a rare breed. We don’t jet of to exotic locations and rhapsodize about far-off places. Instead, we write about a little-known piece of the U.S. that most people don’t really understand. New England States List What state is New England in? It’s one of the most popular Google searches about … Read more

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9 Rides Where You Might Not Think to Use Walt Disney World Lightning Lane (Formerly FastPass+)

By Ali Patton | March 22, 2024

When it comes to the complicated world of booking Walt Disney World Lightning Lane rides, it’s easy to miss your intended targets with everyone vying for that coveted spot on Space Mountain or Mickey’s Runaway Railway to name a few. While Lightning Lane reservations for popular attractions such as Slinky Dog or those in Pandora … Read more

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A Map of the Disney World Utilidors
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Exploring the Secret Underground City of the Disney World Utilidors

By Ali Patton | March 21, 2024

No Disney World Secret comes with as much mystery and allure as the Disney World utilidors located in—or rather under—the entire Magic Kingdom park. Besides being a great source of mystery and rumors, the utilidors serve many functional purposes that help the park run smoothly while maintaining the magic. Is There a Secret Disney World … Read more

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Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve in Connecticut Is a Small Hike with Big Surprises

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 21, 2024

It was a balmy 4o degrees when we set out for a hike in the Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve in North Granby, Connecticut. Not a beach day by any means, but the sun was flirting with some billowing clouds, and the weather forecast promised more frigid temperatures for the weekend, so it seemed the perfect … Read more

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Surviving Food Allergies at Disney World with These First-Hand Tips

By Ali Patton | March 21, 2024

Welcome to the Disney World food allergy guide with Seconds to Go. We have all the details and experience you need to know, when dealing with food allergies at Disney. You may think that dealing with food allergies at Disney World will be a hassle or take away from your precious time. Fortunately, that couldn’t … Read more

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21 Things to Do in the Oregon Outdoors This Year

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 20, 2024

Whether you’re visiting Oregon for the first time or are a long time resident, exploring the Oregon outdoors should be on your bucket list. Oregon offers over 98,000 square miles of varied geography and terrain, opening an endless array of possibilities for taking on a new adventure. Here’s a look at 20 of the top … Read more

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View from road to Bohemia Mine
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Oregon Travel Guide: Must-See Vacation Places and Things to Do in the Beaver State

By Ali Patton | March 20, 2024

With 98,000 square miles to explore, and a diverse set of geographical areas, you’ll need an Oregon travel guide to help you find the best Oregon vacation places. So, if you’re an adventurer at heart, love to enjoy museums and history, or just want to explore, come take a journey with us on all of … Read more

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10 Mind-Blowing Oregon Photography Locations All Photographers Need to Visit

By Ali Patton | March 20, 2024

Oregon is known for its diverse landscapes and beautiful views, making it a great destination for travel photographers. Whether you are looking for a place to take frame worthy landscape shots or gorgeous portraits, these are the Oregon photography locations and the best Oregon scenic locations to visit. Silver Falls State Park- This Travel Photographer’s … Read more

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When to Go to Disney World? Helping You Decide

By Ali Patton | March 19, 2024

When to go to Disney World? It’s a question that comes up time and again. Is it in the fall when temperatures are perfect and villains come to life? Or should you wait until Christmas when holiday decorations bring that extra touch of magic? Maybe the winter months would offer a better experience, with lower … Read more

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Visiting Oregon: Tips for Planning the Perfect Trip

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 18, 2024

When planning a trip to Oregon, what you see online may not be what you get. Endless natural beauty, hikes through many unique geological areas, great food, and much more make Oregon an ideal place to visit. But like most things, most Oregon trip planners may not be depicting the full reality. Learn the must-know … Read more

A small boat rests quietly on the surface of Crater Lake, a top Oregon vacation spot
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Oregon Visitors Guide: The 9 Things You Must Know Before Heading to the State

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 18, 2024

Before you embark on an Oregon vacation, it’s important to know that the state covers over 98,000 square miles of terrain but has only two interstate highways. That leaves a lot of back-road winding along coastal waters, through mossy green mountains and across starkly vivid dessert landscapes. It’s the contrasts of Oregon that make it … Read more

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Side View of Cinerella's Castle at Disney World
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Master the art of the My Disney Experience App with this Step-by-Step Guide

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 18, 2024

The My Disney Experience app for mobile devices and desktop PC takes Walt Disney World vacation planning to a whole new level, but it’s been known for being buggy and hard to understand. As a result, people make mistakes that require calls to Disney customer service to straighten out. The key is to get started … Read more

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