adventure + sustainable travel
I absolutely love paddle boarding, in fact, I teach people how to paddle board with their dogs part-time. It was my happy place during the pandemic, being out on the water is so therapeutic for me. I also love camping and getting out in nature, …
Mammoth is a great destination in any season, but winter is by far my favorite. Mammoth and the Eastern Sierras are all about getting outdoors, whether it be skiing, snowboarding, hiking or seeking out the best hot springs. Here is my guide to Mammoth and …
When you think of Costa Rica you most likely think of “Pura Vida”, but what exactly is pura vida? Pura Vida translates to pure life, but is more than just a phrase, it’s a way of life. With only a week in Costa Rica, we …
Cambria, CA is located on the central coast of California and is a great spot for a low-key weekend getaway with your dog. The Pacific Coast Highway goes right through Cambria and can be a great stopping point on your road trip too. Cambria will …
Maui is one of the top honeymoon destinations in the world, but it can be quite expensive. Hotel and car rental prices are skyrocketing with the return to travel in Hawaii right now. But there is a way around it, here is my guide to …
We were supposed to go to Death Valley for New Years, but opted to stay home because of the California stay at home order. When things finally opened back up again, we jumped at the chance to go. One of my favorite things about Death …
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are jointly run by the National Park Service. If you have the time, I highly suggest visiting both, you will need at least one day per park. The giant Sequoia trees have to be seen in person to truly …
Joshua Tree National Park has easily become one of my favorite national parks. The landscape is so otherworldly, especially having grown up on the east coast. It’s not exactly what you think of when you think of a desert. I guess I associate deserts with …
Crater Lake was formed 7,700 years ago when Mount Mazama, a volcano, caved in on itself. Precipitation and snow melt have filled the lake over thousands of years. There are no inlets or outlets, which reduces sediment, so the lake is very clear. The surface …
Coronavirus has certainly unfolded a lot of questions about the future of travel, especially with travel being at a standstill right now. When non-essential travel reopens, I predict that we will see people choosing to travel closer to home. Here are my picks for the …