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Death Valley Photo Spots
I had been wanting to visit Death Valley for a long time, and this year I seized the chance to visit this unique national park (only 2 hours from Las Vegas) on my Nevada roadtrip. You might think that Death Valley is dull and boring (by the name of it); nope, Death Valley National Park […]
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EXPERIENCE FALL COLORS IN THE EASTERN SIERRA, CALIFORNIA
Having experienced fall in all its glory in Maine 3 years ago, I was not expecting to be much impressed by fall colors in Eastern Sierra. But a week spent driving up California 395 from Los Angeles to Mammoth Lakes in the fall changed my mind in a hurry. Majestic mountains, meandering rivers, gorgeous lakes […]
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7-Day Itinerary | Grand Teton-Yellowstone-Glacier National Park Campervan Roadtrip
There’s no better way to see the United States than by taking to the road. Since we started our vanlife we have realized that there is so much of our own country that we have never seen before. Certain US road trip routes are more popular than others; we’ve all heard of Route 66 and […]
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California Campervan Road Trip: Cruising Up Highway 395 from LA to Lake Tahoe
You’ve heard of Route 66. You know about Highway 1. But what about Highway 395? Highway 395 is our family’s favorite roadtrip in California. It is the road that parallels the Eastern Sierra’s and provides access to some of the best hiking, lakes, and hot springs. And the fact that this area is not as well […]
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Wylder Hope Valley Resort:Explore California’s Glamping Scene
There’s just something about camping that always feels nostalgic to most people. It’s outdoors in nature and it’s refreshing. Nowadays you don’t have to “rough it” to experience the great outdoors. Times have changed, and camping has undergone a makeover – the glory of glamping! If you’re unfamiliar with the term, glamping is exactly what […]
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The Cassara Carlsbad Review
Located centrally between San Diego and Los Angeles, the recently unveiled Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is conveniently close to some of Southern California’s top attractions such as Sea World, San Diego Zoo, and Disneyland. This family-friendly/dog-friendly property is overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean and the seasonal Carlsbad Flower Fields. We recently stayed 2 […]
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The Mighty 5: Visiting All Five Of Utah’s National Parks
Utah is home to the famous “Mighty 5” National Parks; each one very unique and different from the next. The five National Parks are: Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands and Arches. I was very lucky to be able to visit all five this summer. And the best way to see these 5 National Parks […]
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An Adventure-Filled Road Trip Itinerary Through Utah and Colorado
Summer is the time to pack the car and hit the open road. And what better place to do so than the adventure-filled mecca of the American Southwest? It can be a little bit challenging to create an itinerary that links the region’s top outdoor destinations in one trip, but with proper planning you can […]
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A 7-Day Utah Campervan Road Trip Itinerary for Pet Lovers
One of #vanlife perks is that we get to choose our own adventure, no pressure – see as many or as few of the sights as we like. Skip some landmarks and make the trip shorter, add some and make it longer – it’s totally up to us. We love cruising along, wind in our […]
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Classic California Campervan Road Trip Itinerary: Cruising PCH from Los Angeles To Carmel
California is considered a campervan paradise for good reasons. The coastal drive from Los Angeles to Carmel is undeniably scenic, boasting waterfalls, beaches, and sand dunes. Big Sur to me was such a mysterious place because after living in LA for many years, I never had a chance to explore this area. I had only ever been […]
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How to Maximize Your Museum of Dream Space Experience
Since it’s often so hectic around the holidays (traffic, crowds,…) and the weather hasn’t been at its best lately, we decided to stay in town, scout out places within LA, and spend time indoors as much as possible. Lucky us, LA is home to some incredible indoor museums and art exhibits. One that’s worth the […]