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Camping Made Easy: Gear Recommendations for Car Camping

Camping Made Easy: Gear Recommendations for Car Camping

This post contains affiliate links.Car camping at the Rio Grande Gorge in New Mexico from our Chevy EquinoxEver dreamt of exploring the outdoors but felt intimidated by traditional camping? Car camping offers a great solution! With your car as your basecamp, you can...

Adventure Ready Gifts: Unique Ideas for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Adventure Ready Gifts: Unique Ideas for Outdoor Enthusiasts

This post contains affiliate links.Gator, Nuthin, and Merci backpacking in the Wind River RangeAre you thinking of gifts for someone who loves going on adventures? Whether it's traversing the great outdoors or embarking on exciting journeys, here's our carefully...

The 7 Best Dog Leashes for Hiking and Backpacking

The 7 Best Dog Leashes for Hiking and Backpacking

This post contains affiliate links.Merci overlooking La Rumorosa in MexicoOne of our favorite things to do in the world is to hit the trails with our dog Merci. She is four years old and has over 2,000 trail miles under her collar. She has hiked everywhere from the...

Gift Ideas for Adventure Dog Owners

Gift Ideas for Adventure Dog Owners

This post contains affiliate links.Nuthin and Merci backpacking in the Wind River RangeWhether you're seeking the ideal present for a fellow adventurer or gearing up for your own journeys, these adventure dog gifts are sure to enhance the thrill of exploring the great...

The Ultimate Guide to Flying With a Dog

The Ultimate Guide to Flying With a Dog

This post contains affiliate links.Tori and Penny in their travel kennels being loaded onto the airplane Photo by: @lifeoftheinstagrahams If you're planning on traveling with your dog, it's important to prepare them for the experience of flying. Flying with a dog can...

Flying with Your Dog in Cargo: Essential Items You Need

Flying with Your Dog in Cargo: Essential Items You Need

This post contains affiliate links.Merci in her travel kennelMerci is an avid world traveler. She has flown with us many times domestically and internationally, most of which has been in the cargo hold. The thought of flying with your dog in cargo can be scary. With...

The 5 Best Tents for Backpacking with a Dog

The 5 Best Tents for Backpacking with a Dog

This post contains affiliate links.Gator and Merci backpacking in Colorado on the Continental Divide TrailWhen it comes to planning a backpacking trip with your furry friend, choosing the right tent is essential. Whether you're embarking on a multi-day hike or setting...

How to Choose the Best Dog Food for Backpacking

How to Choose the Best Dog Food for Backpacking

This post contains affiliate links.Nuthin and Merci on a sunrise hike in Oaxaca, MexicoFeeding your dog a high-quality food is important for its everyday health. Backpacking puts enormous stress on our bodies, so it is crucial to consider the impact it has on your dog...

Taking the Ferry in Mexico – La Paz to Mazatlan

Taking the Ferry in Mexico – La Paz to Mazatlan

Merci in La Paz, Baja California SurAfter driving south through Baja, we decided to take a ferry from La Paz to Mazatlán, mainland Mexico, instead of driving north through Baja again. We don’t speak much Spanish and complex transactions like paying taxes and crossing...

10 Tips for Traveling with Your Dog in Nepal

10 Tips for Traveling with Your Dog in Nepal

This post contains affiliate links.Merci bonding with our trekking guideNepal is an exciting place to visit, though it can be a challenging place to bring a dog. Few travel with their dog to Nepal because of the high risk of rabies, unknown import regulations, and...

Overlanding in Baja Mexico: Top 4 Must Visit Beaches

Overlanding in Baja Mexico: Top 4 Must Visit Beaches

We spent a month driving through the beautiful sun-soaked Baja Peninsula. It is a surreal combination of towering mountains, cactus filled deserts, and beautiful turquoise beaches. Baja is the perfect place to explore if you want the laid-back California surfing vibe...

6 Dog Friendly Wineries in Paso Robles, California

6 Dog Friendly Wineries in Paso Robles, California

Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from a vineyard in Paso RoblesIf you like to sip on a little vino with your pooch by your side, Paso Robles, California is the place for you. Paso Robles is located in central California between San Francisco and Los Angeles, a short drive...

Baja Mexico: Go Swimming with Whale Sharks in La Paz

Baja Mexico: Go Swimming with Whale Sharks in La Paz

Swimming with whale sharks in La Paz, MexicoWhale sharks are magnificent creatures. To see them up close is an awe-inspiring experience. Our time with the whales was among our favorite during our month in Baja. Strangely enough, they are neither whales nor sharks....

7 Things to do in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

7 Things to do in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

We were only planning to stay in San Miguel de Allende, the locals call it SMA, for 3 days. As fate would have it, we ended up spending 10. SMA is a fascinating colonial city with cobblestone streets and towering cathedrals. The extensive expat community ensures that...

Baja Mexico: Go Grey Whale Watching in Guerrero Negro

Baja Mexico: Go Grey Whale Watching in Guerrero Negro

Grey whale watching in Guerro NegroWhales are among the most majestic animals on the planet. There are several species of whales that can be spotted off of the Baja Peninsula, but the grey whale is the most common. A relatively small species compared to other whales,...

8 Tips For Flying With Your Dog

8 Tips For Flying With Your Dog

This post contains affiliate links.Merci watching kids play in Oaxaca, MexicoTraveling with your dog takes a lot of planning and preparation. It can be overwhelming researching accurate information, individual airline regulations, import and export regulations, and...

Trekking in Nepal: Annapurna Circuit Packing List

Trekking in Nepal: Annapurna Circuit Packing List

This post contains affiliate links.Nepal is a popular destination for trekking, and for good reason. The Himalayas size and beauty are unmatched anywhere else in the world. Gator and I recently went on a 16-day trek in Nepal on the Annapurna Circuit and brought along...

Trekking the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal: Comprehensive Guide

Trekking the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal: Comprehensive Guide

Gator, Nuthin and Merci at Tilicho LakeTo those who are intrigued by mountains the Himalayas are the holy grail. To walk on them is the experience of a lifetime. The Annapurna Circuit is one of the most accessible long-distance treks in Nepal that can be done without...

16 of the Best Restaurants in Pokhara, Nepal

16 of the Best Restaurants in Pokhara, Nepal

Phewa Lake in Pokhara, Nepal With over 300 options on TripAdvisor picking a restaurant in Pokhara can be a daunting task. To further complicate things, almost every restaurant claims to be a Nepali, Italian, Indian, European, Vegan-Friendly, Vegetarian, Pizza, Burger,...

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