In today's world where most of us are increasingly "plugged in" and stress levels are higher than ever, it's extremely difficult to truly relax — to unplug, if you will. So it's no surprise that camping and glamping are enjoying an unprecedented moment in the spotlight (and by association, so are camping must haves). After all, camping provides a long list of health and wellness be[...]
With RVs, #vanlife, and general life on the road more popular than ever, self-contained camping (AKA boondocking) no longer means driving around for hours trying to find the perfect spot. Modern-day camping means you can spend the night at incredible wineries, breweries, museums, and farm campsites. If you perked up at the thought of camping at wineries and breweries, first of all, saaa[...]
It's safe to say that after the last couple of years – AKA the years that just never seemed to end – people all over the world are experiencing a collective case of major wanderlust. Fortunately, international borders continue to slowly but steadily reopen. While that's wonderful, it also means that throngs of people are flocking to well-known vacation destinations. Overwater bungal[...]
I'm a national parks geek through and through and I'm always game for camping or hiking. I also enjoy life's finer and more romantic offerings, things like spa treatments and wine tastings. So when we started planning a San Francisco/Wine Country weekend trip for Valentine's Day, I set out to find the most romantic wineries in Napa. With several hundred wineries in the Napa Valley, t[...]
Are you a National Park Annual Pass holder?If not, and you're one of the 327.5 million people who visited a national park last year, you likely spent a substantial amount on admission fees alone.The average cost to enter a U.S. national park is $30 per vehicle, but some parks charge more. Keep in mind, that's just for a single park.If you were, say, road-tripping through Utah and tackling[...]
Big Sky Montana was on my radar for years. So when a friend's 30th birthday trip to Napa Valley was canceled last summer, I knew exactly where to go instead.With unbelievably gorgeous scenery, proximity to multiple national parks, and an endless number of outdoor (read: naturally socially-distanced) things to do in Big Sky Montana, it was the perfect destination.If you've heard of Big Sky,[...]
Arizona is arguably one of the most iconic states, synonymous with the Wild Wild West and the American Southwest. Aside from being stunningly beautiful and richly historic, Arizona is also insanely diverse. Seriously, how many other places can you go from sweating in triple digits in the harsh desert to needing a jacket in the high alpine forest in just two hours?! Regardless of what[...]
Growing up, our dogs always came to the beach and on road trips. They even got their own stockings at Christmas. So it makes perfect sense that as an adult, my dogs became my adventure partners. From camping and family hiking to watching sunsets at the beach, everything is better with a dog. However, not every place necessarily welcomes dogs with open arms. People travel with their pups[...]
Have you ever traveled somewhere and fallen way more in love with it than you expected? That was my experience with South Dakota last fall. I suspect it's not just me, though (right?) — South Dakota is unequivocally, if not largely unexpected, a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurous souls. I don't want to speak for anyone else, but prior to visiting, when I thought of South[...]
In the last couple of years, more people than ever before have discovered the wonders of America's national parks. According to the National Park Service, 15 national parks set visitation records in 2020 alone! I'm thrilled that so many people have a newfound love for The Great Outdoors, but I honestly don't love the crowds. And the traffic. And having to reserve campsites as early as a[...]
