Kristen,
I'll take a look at your blog. We would consider dry camping for one of our stops(2 nights max). We mostly hike, thus making us nature buffs. My wife is interested in Mark Twain's home( name escapes me). I always enjoy Mt. Washington; although hiking Tuckermans inOct can be dicey...maybe take the cog rail. In general the White mtns always please.
No kids, no dog. It's our anniversary. We have a year to plan, so we're starting our research now. Seems like we will need to reserve a few nights in advance during fall foliage.