Why San Antonio? The Case for the Alamo City

Why San Antonio? The Case for the Alamo City

First impressions before we even arrive Benson leads the research session on why San Antonio made the list. Deep history, incredible food, the Riverwalk, the Alamo — the city has everything. The trio shares their initial excitement and each picks the one thing...
Departure Day: Austin in the Rearview Mirror

Departure Day: Austin in the Rearview Mirror

The road begins — and so does the next chapter They load up the car, take one last look at the Austin skyline, and hit the highway. Fenway spots a hawk overhead and calls it a good omen. The I-35 stretches out ahead. San Antonio: 80 miles away. A perfect transitional...
Departure Day: Austin in the Rearview Mirror

Departure Day: Austin in the Rearview Mirror

The road begins — and so does the next chapter They load up the car, take one last look at the Austin skyline, and hit the highway. Fenway spots a hawk overhead and calls it a good omen. The I-35 stretches out ahead. San Antonio: 80 miles away. A perfect transitional...
Night Before Departure: A Restless Evening

Night Before Departure: A Restless Evening

Excitement, nerves, and one missing charger The night before leaving Austin, nobody sleeps well. Fenway keeps rewatching his Austin highlight reel. Shibee triple-checks the car. Benson makes a fourth to-do list. A cozy, relatable post about the anticipation of travel...
Capturing the Journey: Our Photo & Blog Process

Capturing the Journey: Our Photo & Blog Process

How Fenway Fox documents everything A behind-the-scenes look at how the trio captures their adventures. Shibee is the photographer. Benson takes notes on everything. Fenway provides running commentary (usually wrong). The post covers their gear, how they plan content,...
Road Trip Snack Strategy: The Ultimate Guide

Road Trip Snack Strategy: The Ultimate Guide

Fenway’s department — and he takes it seriously Fenway presents a deeply considered snack philosophy: savory-to-sweet ratio, hydration rules, no-crumb-zone items, and gas station survival picks. A crowd-pleasing, funny post packed with actual snack...
Budget Check: How Much Did Austin Cost Us?

Budget Check: How Much Did Austin Cost Us?

An honest look at spending on the road The trio breaks down what they actually spent in Austin — accommodation, food, activities, and yes, the BBQ splurge. A helpful, honest travel finance post that makes the journey feel real and accessible. Benson kept the receipts...
What We’re Leaving Behind (And What We’re Not)

What We’re Leaving Behind (And What We’re Not)

Lessons learned from city #1 Every city teaches you something. Fenway is leaving behind one of his too-many hats (Shibee’s rule). Benson is leaving behind his fear of trying new foods. Shibee is leaving behind a journal she filled during the Austin weeks. A...
Building the Ultimate Road Trip Playlist

Building the Ultimate Road Trip Playlist

Fenway, Shibee & Benson can’t agree on music Fenway wants country. Shibee wants lo-fi. Benson wants to listen to podcasts. The trio’s hilarious negotiation over the road trip playlist — and how they finally compromise on a rotating schedule — plus a...
Road Trip Car Prep: Our Checklist

Road Trip Car Prep: Our Checklist

Getting the vehicle road-trip-ready Before every new city, the trio does a full car prep. Benson handles the mechanical checklist (tire pressure, oil, wipers). Shibee organizes the interior. Fenway is in charge of the snack station and aux cord playlist. A...