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One Family, Two Coasts

Mother-Daughter Travel Adventurers: Exploring the U.S. Together.

Who Are We?

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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

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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.

Mini Aussie, Kimber, the Oregon canine representatives for Seconds to Go, poses in front of the Painted Hills.
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Watch for Wren and Klancy

Wren and Klancy love joining our Utah adventures and other destinations across the western U.S.!

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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

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Disney Park Hopper vs Park Hopper Plus: Which Ticket is Right for You?

By Kathleen Hesketh | April 18, 2024

Disney World remains one of the top U.S. travel destinations for families and adults alike. It’s a place where nostalgia combines with a fantastical escape to create a magical adventure for all ages. It’s also a travel destination that requires some meticulous pre-travel planning, particularly when purchasing theme park tickets. If you’re feeling a bit … Read more

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Best Hiking Trails in Oregon to Tackle in a Day or Less

By Ali Patton | April 17, 2024

The Pacific Northwest is known for its amazing outdoor activities, and Oregon is no exception. The best Oregon hiking trails feature waterfalls, stunning views, and excitement. Take a journey with us through the beautiful state of Oregon to explore the best places to take a hike. Our Favorite Oregon Hiking Trails Tokatee Falls- Greatest Views … Read more

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Air Museum in McMinnville Oregon Features Legendary One-Flight Plane

By Ali Patton | April 12, 2024

The Air Museum in McMinnville Oregon, called the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum, offers an up close and personal view of planes and space equipment. This museum is perfect for any aviation fanatic, aspiring astronaut, or just plain history buff. The large windowed building also holds one of the most unique planes ever created—the one-flight … Read more

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Lowell National Historic Park: Bringing the Industrial Revolution Back to Life

By Ali Patton | April 11, 2024

A visit to Lowell National Historic Park is a visit back in time to the 19th century during the peak of the Industrial Revolution. Located in the heart of the city of Lowell Massachusetts, Lowell National Historic Park doesn’t provide views of nature and wildlife like other national parks, but rather a deep delve into … Read more

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Don’t Get Goofy in the Heat: Tips for Visiting Disney World in July

By Kathleen Hesketh | April 3, 2024

July in Disney World has been likened to putting a hot wet blanket over your head and walking around all day, but despite the tropical heat, there are some advantages to visiting Disney World in July. For one thing, the peak summer season, once marked by crowds as high as the humidity, seems to be … Read more

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Island Magic: Reviewing the Disney Caribbean Beach Hotel

By Ali Patton | April 1, 2024

If you’re considering waterfront accommodations and a beach vibe for your Disney vacation, you’ll want to read our Disney Caribbean Beach hotel review. Since this resort has a lot of great amenities, we were very excited to give the island vibes a chance. While some things were not quite as we had hoped, we also … Read more

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Is Walt Disney World Animal Kingdom Worth It? Yes, and Here’s Why

By Ali Patton | March 30, 2024

Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom is a member of the Orlando, Florida quartet of theme parks bearing the Disney name. Given its smaller size in relation to other parks, it’s common for guests to wonder if Animal Kingdom is worth it? Should they carve out an entire day to visit this animal-themed oasis or reserve … Read more

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Walt Disney World Character Dining – Complete Guide

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 29, 2024

Walt Disney World charcter dining is a popular way to interact with some of Disney’s most beloved icons. Imagine being visited by Mickey and his pals, Winnie the Pooh or even Disney princesses while dining at Disney World. With the return of the Disney Dining Plan in 2024, character dining promises to be more popular … Read more

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Fort Wetherill Jamestown: Exploring Semi-Secret Tunnels and Other Things You Can’t Imagine

By Ali Patton | March 28, 2024

Abandoned on Rhode Island’s shores, behind overgrown trees, often overlooked, or just plain forgotten, sits Fort Wetherill in Jamestown. Once a proud active fort, Fort Wetherill’s many tunnels and structures are now covered in multicolored graffiti. Fort Wetherill Jamestown’s History In 1855, President Grover appointed the Endicott Board. Made up of members of the Army, … Read more

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Disney Animal Kingdom Planning: 14 Mistakes that Kill the Magic

By Ali Patton | March 28, 2024

For a long time, Animal Kingdom theme park was overlooked as a place to spend a full day and many wondered how to handle Animal Kingdom planning. Guests would wander in after opening, experience a few attractions and leave mid afternoon, forgetting about the reason for the park: the animals. With the addition of Pandora- … Read more

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What Is Memory Maker at Disney World?

By Ali Patton | March 26, 2024

The Disney Memory Maker is a way to receive all Photopass photos taken of you and your group during your trip, including ride photos, but how much will you pay and is the Disney Memory Maker worth it? What is Disney Memory Maker? So, you’ve booked a trip to Walt Disney World? You’ve selected your … Read more

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16 of the Best Oregon Hiking Trails for a Lifetime of Adventures

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 25, 2024

While we aren’t even close to covering every trail, Oregon hiking is one of our favorite activities. As a result, we’ve logged some foot miles and have done some extensive research to fill up our bucket list with future adventures. Below are some of the best Oregon hiking trails we’ve experienced and how we’ll be … Read more

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What’s the Difference Between Disneyland and Disney World: Comparing the World’s 2 Greatest Theme Parks

By Ali Patton | March 25, 2024

If you’ve found yourself asking the age old question, “What is the difference between Disneyland and Disney World?” then you’ve come to the right place. The most straightforward answer is location and timing. Disneyland in California was built first, while Disney World in Florida was a later creation. However, when comparing Disneyland vs Disney World, … Read more

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Why It’s Time to Start Thinking About New England Travel

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 23, 2024

You’ll find a wide range of geography across New England, from the white sand beaches of Rhode Island and the rocky shores of Maine to stony mountain peaks and cascading hills. There is no better place in the country for a road trip, and that’s coming from someone who has logged a lot of miles … Read more

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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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