Northern Washington has some of the most beautiful and diverse trails in the country. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a beginner, there is a…
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The Ultimate Guide to Ambergris Caye, Belize
Read moreIt’s another hot summer for the books in Colorado, sweltering days that have us shaking our heads and wondering if we’ve somehow been transplanted to…
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Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Travel Solo
Read moreI’ll admit, I’m kind of addicted to going on solo adventures. The more I travel solo, the more empowered and confident I become – it’s…
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7 Adventurous Hikes in the Greater Phoenix Area
Read moreWinter/Spring in Arizona is the best. From January – early April, most days are sunny, mild, and not nearly as dry as you would think…
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10 Useful Safety Tips that will Empower Solo Female Travelers
Read moreThe number one question I get asked about van life is, “You travel by yourself?” The next most common question that follows, “Aren’t you scared…
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36 Hours in Crater Lake National Park
Read moreCrater Lake is one of the most unique parks I’ve visited. The result of the eruption of the volcano, Mount Mazama, this lake is 1949…
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8 Pros and Cons of SUVlife
Read moreThis summer I spent two months living out of my Jeep Grand Cherokee and traveling the country. It was vanlife deja vu, except everything was…
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3 Things to Do in Monument Valley
Read moreMost people claim they’ve never heard of Monument Valley, until I show them the picture of Forest Gump point. Then they nod, vaguely remembering the…
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Taking the Roundabout Way
Read more“This is why you brought me here, Lord,” I thought as I stood awestruck on a trail in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. The forest…
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Yurok Loop & Hidden Beach Trail
Read moreOne of the hidden gems I discovered during my time on the coast of Northern California, was the Yurok Loop and Hidden Beach trails. After…
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Mount Shasta – It’s the People Who Make It Magical
Read moreMount Shasta was one of the first stops on my trip and it was here where I really started to connect with other people. My…
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Desert Vibes: 6 Ways to Thrive When Camping in the Desert
Read moreLast week I volunteered for the first time ever at a music festival in the Nevada desert. Originally stationed in a pretty valley covered with…
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Reflections at Lake Tahoe
Read moreI’m right here. I’m here now. These words kept playing over and over in my head as I looked out over the sunlit turquoise waters…
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Olympic National Park – The Ultimate Four Day Itinerary
Read moreOlympic National Park is a magical place. Taking up the northwest corner of Washington state, the park’s 1442 square miles include vibrant rainforests, high alpine…