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Separate Coasts but Traveling Together
We're mother-daughter travel adventurers - Kathleen Hesketh, Ali Patton and Taryn Hesketh-Bingham. Welcome to our coast-to-coast travel site covering the U.S.
As travel agents, we love to travel and to explore new places, but we're also excited to find unique adventures close to home.
The problem is, Kathleen lives in Connecticut, Ali resides in Oregon, and Taryn resides in Utah. 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.
We'll give you a sense for 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.
And, as Disney travel planners we can't help but share our knowledge and experience visiting the world's best theme parks. If you have a Disney travel question, you'll probably find the answer on our site. If you can't find what you're looking, drop us a line at in**@se*********.net . We'll provide you an aswer as soon as we can.
So, now that you know who we are, why not use the site and follow our motto: Get Out. Explore.
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Separate Coasts but Traveling Together
We're mother-daughter travel adventurers - Kathleen Hesketh, Ali Patton and Taryn Hesketh-Bingham. Welcome to our coast-to-coast travel site covering the U.S.
As travel agents, we love to travel and to explore new places, but we're also excited to find unique adventures close to home.
The problem is, Kathleen lives in Connecticut, Ali resides in Oregon, and Taryn resides in Utah. 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.
We'll give you a sense for 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.
And, as Disney travel planners we can't help but share our knowledge and experience visiting the world's best theme parks. If you have a Disney travel question, you'll probably find the answer on our site. If you can't find what you're looking, drop us a line at in**@se*********.net . We'll provide you an aswer as soon as we can.
So, now that you know who we are, why not use the site and follow our motto: Get Out. Explore.
Travel Inspiration | Travel Tips | Travel Destinations
Disney Travel Tips and Tricks
Meet the Seconds to Go 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. Be sure to watch for their adventures on our social media channels.
We hope you enjoy Seconds to Go. Get out and explore somewhere new today.
Watch for Wren and Klancy
Wren and Klancy love joining our Utah adventures and other destinations across the western U.S.!
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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Toketee Falls Trail in Oregon and the Hunt for a Red Toyota
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Fort Hoskins Hiking Trail – Oregon History Hidden in the Valley
Oregon’s Willamette Valley is known for its endless hiking opportunities, many of which are intertwined with rich Oregon history. Fort Hoskins sits nestled into the valley, as a little-known historical secret. If you are planning an Oregon vacation, you may want to add this hidden gem to your list. Fort Hoskins History Originally created to … Read more
Drift Creek Falls Hike- Oregon’s Most Surprising Hike
The Drift Creek Falls hike winds through a dense, damp forest. Ferns carpet the ground, blanketing everything in shades of green. As you walk, the hike may seem to be leading you in endless circles, but soon enough, the forest’s secret is revealed. About Drift Creek Falls Located in Oregon’s Siuslaw National Forest, this 3 … Read more
Starvation Creek Oregon: 4 Forgotten Waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge
Starvation Creek, an Oregon state park located along the Columbia River Gorge, serves as a jumping off point for accessing the paved old highway 30, that is now an Oregon hiking trail for pedestrians. This trailhead also serves as easy access for four different and unique waterfalls, that are all a short walk from the … Read more
Disney Rise of the Resistance Ride: What’s all the Hype?
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How to Connect Someone to Your My Disney Experience Account: Step-by-Step Instructions
If you’re wondering how to link your My Disney Experience account, so you can plan with your friends and family, there is good news. In recent years, Disney has made it easier to connect and share plans. These step-by-step instructions will show you how it’s done. Connecting Someone to Your My Disney Experience Account – … Read more
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival – Not Your Typical Tulip Patch
The Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival is not your grandmother’s tulip patch! This Oregon tulip festival boasts 40 acres of rainbow tulips set against an astounding background of snow-peaked Mount Hood. Beautiful doesn’t even begin to explain the sights here. If you are looking for visiting Oregon in the spring, or live here and are seeking … Read more
Disney World Transportation and Ticket Center, More than Magic Kingdom Parking
If you’re thinking about driving to Disney World or renting a car once you get there, then you need to understand about the Disney World Transportation and Ticket Center. All Disney World Magic Kingdom parking takes place here, but it isn’t only a parking spot for your car. The Transportation and Ticket Center, also known … Read more
Exploring Historic Brooklyn
Seconds to Go would like to thank guest author, Brian Skewes, for sharing his adventures in historic Brooklyn. Historic Brooklyn has a long – and sometimes strange – history. The borough started out as farmland and has come a long way since then. It is now a major center of fashion, art, commerce, and even … Read more
Ghost Towns in Central Oregon or Scam? Real Deal on Shaniko and Antelope
Shaniko and Antelope are 2 American towns often labelled as ghost towns in central Oregon, but are these communities really abandoned relics of the old west or is it all a scam? We set out expecting to find a hollow remnant of what once was while visiting Oregon. Instead, we found something else. Ghost Towns … Read more
Finding the Treacherous Route to Yaquina Falls
Down a sloping, winding, and seemingly abandoned logging road, a small trail appears covered in ferns. Down this “trail,” the adventure to Yaquina Falls really begins. The Pre-Adventure to Yaquina Falls The path to Yaquina Falls was not what I expected it to be, from start to finish. My first time visiting the falls was … Read more
Bonneville Dam Fish Hatchery, Can’t Miss Gem in the Columbia River Gorge
When visiting Oregon and the Columbia River Gorge, it is easy to spend all your time exploring the many waterfalls, like Multnomah Falls, but believe it or not, the Bonneville Dam and Fish Hatchery is a can’t miss quick trip you will not regret. The Bonneville Dam and Fish Hatchery is perfect for all ages, … Read more
How to Link Tickets to My Disney Experience: Step-by-Step Instructions
If you’re a savvy Disney World traveler, you saved yourself time and hassle by purchasing your Disney World theme park tickets through a travel agent and are now wondering how to link tickets to your My Disney Experience account. Luckily, this is one of the easier things to do in My Disney Experience, so we’ll … Read more
Launching a Balsa-Wood Glider when Visiting Astoria Column Oregon
The 125-foot Astoria Column Oregon is a waypoint along the Oregon coast, orienting visitors to the Columbia River navigation and providing scenic views of the surrounding area. Over time, it has become a tradition to launch a balsa wood glider from the top of the tower when visiting the northern Oregon coast. While launching your … Read more
New England Fall Activities, Planning Your Bucket List Destination
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