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The Most Useful 3-5 Day Backpacking Packing List
Are you planning your first backpacking trip (or your 100th) and looking to get your backpacking packing list sorted? You have come to the right place. I am a super list maker and love sharing my lists with others! After
Hiking & Backpacking the Epic Big Pine Lakes Trail in California
Big Pine Lakes Trail in California is one of the most beautiful hikes you can do in the United States. Whether you are day hiking or backpacking Big Pine Lakes, the view once you reach the glacial lakes will take
Introducing Merino Wool Clothing: The Best Travel Fabric
As you guys all know I am obsessed with merino wool clothing. For the past 2 years I have challenged myself to wear some article of merino wool clothing every single day. In this quest, I have ended up becoming
20 Exciting Stops on a Miami To Key West Drive
One of our favorite vacations in recent years was a Florida Keys road trip. The Miami to Key West drive took us to 3 unique national parks and exploring the beauty up and down the Keys. This trip is filled
Bay Harbor Lodge Key Largo | Terrific Cottages That You Will Love
If you are looking for a unique place to stay on a Florida Keys road trip that is full of character and charm, then you must check out Bay Harbor Lodge Key Largo also known as Coconut Bay Resort Key
15 Informative Tips for Planning a Florida Keys Trip You NEED to Know
A Florida Keys trip is the ultimate holiday for outdoor lovers, adventure seekers and road trip enthusiasts. Having just returned from our own road trip from Key Largo to Key West, we have compiled the best tips to help you
Roadsurfer Camper Van: A Road Trip Companion Families Will Love
It has long been a dream of mine to hit the road and head off into the sunset in my very own campervan. Sadly, I still don’t own one. Instead, I am relegated to renting them when I can. One
Best Hiking Gear for Women Who Love the Outdoors
Are you looking for the best hiking clothing for women? If so, you have come to the right place. I will start off by saying, that hiking gear is not a must have to get out and explore the world.
Ultimate Guide to Planning a Trip to Ireland in 2023
Are you planning a trip to Ireland? If so, you have come to the right place! For the last 20 years I have taken a family trip to Ireland almost on a yearly basis. Because of this, I often get
7 Unique Things to Do at Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco
Heading to Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco? If so, you have come to the right place. After years of touring friends and family around the city, I know all the hot spots and best things to do in Fisherman’s Wharf
13 Affordable But Spectacular Things To Do In Page Arizona
Are you heading to Arizona? If so you must visit the little town that has blown up in recent years. There are so many things to do in Page Arizona that you will need to plan a few days to
Ultimate Guide to the Best Hiking in Los Angeles (2023)
Would you ever have guessed that hiking in Los Angeles is *the* thing to do here? We were so surprised to learn this when we moved here 9 years ago. Traffic, yes. Celebrities, of course. But hiking? Yes! it is
Yosemite in Winter: Everything You Need to Know to Visit California’s Most Popular Park (2023)
Yosemite National Park is one of our favorite places in California to visit in spring and summer. However, visiting Yosemite in winter is even more magical if you are up for the adventure. After tons of visits to Yosemite throughout
Hiking the John Muir Trail: Everything You Need to Know for 2023
More than 1,500 people attempt to walk the entire John Muir Trail every year. A bit more than half of them succeed in a good year, with less than a third making it through in a year with natural challenges
Best Kids Ski Gear for Warmth & Comfort on the Slopes
Coming from Southern California, we are wimps when it comes to the cold. Through our years of ski trips, we have come up with a great list of the best kids ski gear to keep the littles warm and comfortable
The Best Things To Know Before Visiting Saudi Arabia
Have you seen the news that visiting Saudi Arabia is now a possibility for many people in the western world? It is true, the kingdom is now opening its doors to tourism which means a lot more people are planning
20 Popular German Christmas Market Foods Worth Seeking Out
If you are heading to Germany this year for the holiday season Christmas markets, this post is for you as we share all the most popular German Christmas market food you will want to try on your trip. The assortment
The Most Unique German Christmas Markets in Southwest Germany
On my recent visit to Germany I had one goal in mind, check out as many of the unique German Christmas Markets as we could. While many visitors flock to the more well known Christmas markets of Nuremberg or Munich,
9 Beautiful Joshua Tree Hikes For Unforgettable Views
Looking for the best Joshua Tree hikes? You have come to the right place. Joshua Tree National Park in California has become one of our favorite go-to trips – either as a day trip or for a last minute weekend
Yellowstone Itinerary: How to Spend 1-4 Days For First Time Visitors
Are you planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park? If so you have come to the right place. Here we share our ideal Yellowstone itinerary for one to four days. From visiting bubbling mud pots to spewing geysers and wildlife
7 Big Mistakes to Avoid in Planning a Trip to Yellowstone
There is a plethora of information on the web about planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park, but most of it focuses on what you should do and see. But this guide is different. Here I am going to tell