Kristina Hernandez

Greenville

Media Consultant and Writer at Freelance

Runner, foodie, Catholic, wife, mom, photog, PR flak, ND fan - not necessarily in that order.

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#1 Hipcamp in North Carolina: Planetarium geodome, amazing overlooks, spa on site, beautiful views

3 weeks ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

Inside: A real parent review of Starlight Hills Campground in Bostic, NC with all the details. Starlight Hills Campground in Bostic, NC, under 90 minutes from Greenville, SC, has been named the #1 Hipcamp in North Carolina for three years running and we just had to figure out why – so we went. Now we know why it’s #1.
WNC is Open: Here’s Where to Have Fun and Support Local Businesses This Summer

1 month ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

The devastation from Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina rages on many months later as small businesses struggle to recover. But this area is indeed open and they are grateful for tourists to come and enjoy the small towns, restaurants, hiking trails, and all the beauty that is Western NC. Here’s where to go. Western NC is open and they need your support. The only place not open to the public is Chimney Rock Village.
Summer Bucket List: Plunge 60 Ft Down Sliding Rock Into a Frigid Pool

1 month ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

Inside: What it’s really like to slide down Sliding Rock in Brevard, NC, plus lots of tips to make it an epic day trip. We did it and now we’re sharing it. If you’ve ever wanted to slide down a huge natural waterslide into the freezing cold water during the heat of summer, Sliding Rock in Pisgah Forest, less than two hours from Greenville, SC, is the place to go.
New Lake Spot Offers Floats & Food Only Minutes from Greenville, SC

1 month ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

Inside: The new Saluda Lake Landing just outside downtown Greenville, SC is now open and offers lots of family-friendly fun. Kristina checked it out and has all the details!Saluda Lake Landing is just seven miles from downtown Greenville, SC and offers lots of great summer fun, including water rentals and a delicious on-site restaurant. They also do several events throughout the summer and into the fall. It’s very much a hidden gem.
Grab the Sand Toys and Beach Blanket for These 23 Mountain Beaches

1 month ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

Can’t decide if you like the beach or the mountains? Have both – just alter those beach expectations a little – with these sandy lake beaches. Greenville, SC offers so many beach options fed by cool, refreshing mountain water. If you’re wondering “where are all the lake beaches near me?” you’ll want to keep reading this list. Everything here is within 2 hours of Greenville. I grew up near the Jersey Shore so I know what a beach should look like.
Relaxation, Fun, and Family Time are Highlights of Compass by Margaritaville in Pigeon Forge, TN

2 months ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

The new Compass by Margaritaville in Pigeon Forge, TN is the latest addition to the brand’s hotels and one you won’t want to miss if you’re heading out that way. It has both indoor and outdoor waterparks, a huge free breakfast, and amazing family suites. Thanks to Compass by Margaritaville for hosting us so we could write this review. All opinions are our own. Any Margaritaville property I’ve ever stayed at has always exceeded my expectations and Compass by Margaritaville is no different.
See Pirates, Mermaids, and Animals at the Pirates Voyage Dinner Show!

2 months ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

Inside: One family visits Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show on vacation in Pigeon Forge, TN, and shares their experience, real review, with tips for a great visit. If cheering on pirates as they perform acrobatic tricks and engage in sword fighting while eating a delicious meal sounds fun, then you’re in for a real treat at the Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee! Kristina took her kids and has the full review.
Have a Unique Adventure at the Red River Gorge, the “Land of the Arches”

2 months ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

Looking for a fun and unique adventure for your family that includes kayaking, hiking, or climbing? The Red River Gorge in Kentucky is the place to go. Ever the adventurer, the Red River Gorge had been on my list of places to visit within driving distance of Greenville, SC for awhile. Some of my hiking friends had been and they loved it so I knew I had to go explore what was so special about this place.
Bucket list: Kayak in a Flooded Mine in the Red River Gorge [Kentucky]

2 months ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

If you’re the adventurous type and always looking for the next amazing thing to do with your family and friends, kayaking in an underground mine in the Red River Gorge in Kentucky should be on your list. KY’s Gorge Underground takes kayaking to the next level—underground. Picture yourself paddling through a flooded limestone mine, surrounded by crystal-clear waters, cool air, and a sense of mystery you just can’t get above ground. No experience needed, and the guides are amazing.
Creating Beauty from Destruction: The New Playscape at Conestee Nature Preserve

2 months ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

Inside: The heartwarming story of how the new Playscape at Conestee Nature Preserve came to be, plus what you can expect when you visit. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on September 27, 2024, driving around (if you could drive around) looked like the Apocalypse. How could anything good come out of such destruction? The new playscape at Conestee Nature Preserve answers that question. How could anything good come from such destruction is a question I often asked myself following Helene.